How important is putting in an egress window for bedroom vs. other fire safety and preventive measures?
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Egress window are usually use or required in basements
Most modern houses (last 50 years ) should have large enough windows to get out of.well
As long as existing windows open and are big enough to get through . I just get the ladder if needed. Invest in good fire /smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors so you at least get a early (hopefully) warning. An follow a plan of escape.
The new tilt wash windows . Most that have upper sash that tilts in for cleaning can be removed in hurry. My Andersons I put in my wife who is $'10" tall and 90 lbs Can get them out no problem. But please check you local codes.
We have both but you need an exit from a closed off area. YOu can use one of those portable ladders and put under the bed and make sure the window is open if you are above the ground floor.
every house needs to have escape paths ... and ground floor bedrooms really need a window that one can escape through ...
2nd story need escape ladders like rope or chain or a roof you can get out on and then take to a lower level and slide down
The egress window is required by some building codes. If you don't have one, and are required to have one, you should consult your building or fire department to see if they are willing to consider alternatives.
Alternatives to consider might include fire system. complete smoke detection system, doors to block the area from other areas in the house, door or opening to another room that has an egress window.
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