Are basement windows a safety hazard?
In general, egress windows are not a safety hazard. The window itself locks securely, like any other window in your home, to deter break-ins. (By the way, security experts say most burglars enter homes through front, back or garage doors.) Covers and metal grates are available to cover window wells and guard against falls. Building codes require covers for wells that are 16 inches or more deep within 3 feet of a sidewalk or patio.
