As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

The typical range for egress window costs is $2,621 to $5,662 with a national average of $4,129. Egress window cost factors include labor and permits, window size and type, frame material, and ...

There are so many good reasons to remodel your basement -- more usable room, additional privacy, increased resale value, and energy efficiency, to name just a few. The best part is that basement ...

In homes and commercial buildings, the importance of egress windows is becoming increasingly clear. In homes, the increased use of basements is putting the occupants at risk for basement leaks, and ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Know how much space you are working with. This is particularly important regarding height: Many local regulations on turning a basement into a livable area require that the basement be at least 7 feet ...