Egress Windows in Reston, VA

Planned Community, Unplanned Basements

Reston's townhome clusters and 1970s colonials were planned down to the streetlights — but their basements got the same small sliders as everywhere else. As Reston families finish basements for bedrooms, the egress rule applies the same as anywhere: 5.7 square feet of clear opening, sill within 44 inches of the floor, code-sized well with a ladder. One note for Reston: if your community has a design review board or HOA, check their exterior alteration rules before we dig — we will work within whatever they require.

Townhome Wells Need Planning

Reston townhomes often have limited rear-yard space, and the well needs its 36 inches of projection plus room to dig. End units are usually straightforward; interior units take more planning around patios, fences, and shared grading. We have done plenty of both and will tell you on the free visit exactly what fits.

The Bedroom Math in Reston

A legal basement bedroom in Reston's market is real money — it changes the bedroom count on the listing. The egress window is the project that makes the count honest. Call (301) 679-9193 for a free written estimate in Reston.