Western New York Egress Window

1,000+

Installations
Since 2008

Drainage-Focused

Drainage-Focused
Process

5 Foundation Types

5 Foundation Types
Supported

EPA RRP

EPA RRP
Certified

4.8

Google
Rating

Certified

Professional Egress Installation in Western New York

Professional
Egress Installation in Western New York

JustEgress, part of Alta Bella Casa, serves homeowners in Rochester and Buffalo. We specialize in basement egress systems.

Our

Partners

Built for Homeowners Who Want Their Basement Done Right

We Work Best With Clients Who Value:

Proper permits and inspections

Proper permits and inspections

Drainage done correctly

Drainage done correctly

Professional excavation and cleanup

Professional excavation and cleanup

Proper permits and inspections

Clear communication and defined scope

Long-term-protection-instead-of-shortcuts

Long-term protection instead of shortcuts

Built for Homeowners Who Want Their Basement Done Right

We Work Best With Clients Who Value:

  • Proper permits and inspections
  • Drainage done correctly
  • Professional excavation and cleanup
  • Clear communication and defined scope
  • Long-term protection instead of shortcuts

What our customers say about us

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William Straight
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Frank and his team have been super communicative and efficient through the whole process of adding an egress window and revamping the sump drainage. The work was done well and looks great! The soil settled pretty heavily around the window after completion and they are coming back to refill this week. Very happy with the whole process.
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Andrew Thomas
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I cannot say enough good things about Frank and his team. The work is outstanding, the personnel respect all aspects of the project, including any effected neighboring properties, and Frank communicated every step of the project as clearly as I needed. I would recommend this company to anyone and everyone.
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Mike Seelig
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Had an egress window installed. Alta Bella was very professional, efficient and very high quality. Communication throughout the process was great and the task was done as they explained and we ended up with a great window with very little disruption or damage to the outside. Very highly recommended.
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Adam Onderdonk
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JustEgress did an exceptional job on our egress window. They were professional and transparent during the entire process. I would recommend them to anyone that desires a seamless experience.
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Karen Wilson
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Very professional and efficient installation. They definitely kow hwat they are doing
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Tyler PLETEN
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Incredibly thorough and honest in their assessments and pricing
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Zachary Gibbs
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They installed my egress window and were very quick and efficient. Frank is extremely knowledgeable and helped me through the process. I will be working with them for other projects in the future!
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Jason Condon
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I had an egress window installed in my 1960s built home. Frank and Rob did an awesome job and the process was streamlined and easy from the first call with them. It is so refreshing to work with a company that has systems in place and is highly organized and professional. Their price was significantly below their competitor who also specializes in egress windows because the other company was requiring extensive work to run the drain to my sump pit. The competitor's egress window alone was 20% more. I highly recommend JustEgress.

4 Steps to
Code Compliant Egress

Steps

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Discovery Consultation

Discovery Consultation

Discuss your project goals, challenges, and budget with our team.

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Project Evaluation

Project Evaluation

We assess your property through photos, video consultation, or an on-site visit.

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Planning & Approval

Planning & Approval

Review your solution, pricing, and installation plan before proceeding.

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Installation & Final Walkthrough

Installation & Final Walkthrough

Our experienced team completes the work and reviews the finished project with you.

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The Team

Meet the Team Behind JustEgress

Founder & President

Frank Miccoli

Frank Miccoli founded Alta Bella Casa in 2006, specializing in egress installations since 2008. He has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 12 years in high-tech and automotive industries. Today, his experience shapes the JustEgress process, aiming to save lives.

Fleet & Facilities Manager

Rob Hamilton

Rob Hamilton manages fleet, equipment, and facilities operations for Alta Bella Casa and JustEgress.
With a background in diesel mechanics, automotive systems, and renewable energy, Rob ensures every truck, trailer, excavator, and machine is field-ready every morning.

FAQs

You Have Questions.
We Have Clear Answers.

No. The groundwater already exists around your foundation. A professionally installed egress system gives that water a controlled path away from your basement. Every JustEgress installation includes drainage integration tied directly into the foundation drainage system — this is not an optional upgrade. Improperly drained wells are one of the most common reasons homeowners experience pooling water, freeze-thaw damage, foundation deterioration, and leaks around basement windows.

Under New York State Residential Building Code, habitable space includes finished areas where people live, sleep, work, or regularly spend time. This may include:

  • Basement bedrooms
  • Home offices
  • Playrooms
  • Teen hangout spaces
  • In-law suites
  • Finished recreational spaces

Laundry rooms, utility rooms, and storage spaces are generally not considered habitable space.

New York State Residential Building Code Section R310 states: “Basements, habitable attics, and every sleeping room shall have not less than one operable emergency escape and rescue opening.” Basement bedrooms require their own code-compliant egress opening. Requirements generally include:

  • Minimum 5.7 square feet clear opening
  • Minimum 20-inch net clear width
  • Window sill no higher than 44 inches from finished floor
  • Operable without tools
  • In-law suites
  • Properly drained window well system

Specific requirements may vary by municipality.

Yes. Under New York State Residential Building Code Section R310, every sleeping room requires its own operable emergency escape and rescue opening.

Most unfinished basement installations are completed in a single day. Finished basement projects generally follow a four-day process:

  • Day 1 — Interior containment and wall exposure
  • Day 2 — Excavation, cutting, drainage, and installation
  • Day 3 — Framing, insulation, and drywall work
  • Day 4 — Finish trim, drywall finishing, and final cleanup

Yes. JustEgress handles permit coordination and inspection scheduling as part of the installation process.

Yes. We regularly install egress systems in:

  • Poured concrete foundations
  • Block foundations
  • Superior Walls
  • Field stone and rubble foundations
  • ICF foundations

Western New York has some of the most challenging foundation and soil conditions in the country, and we have been working in those conditions since 2008.

We use professional Alturna Mats and precision-sized excavation equipment to minimize impact to lawns and landscaping. We do not use plywood sheets as ground protection. Complete cleanup is part of every project.

Yes. Many homeowners begin with a guided photo estimate or secure LiveSwitch virtual consultation. Every proposal includes a personalized Loom video review where Frank walks through the site conditions, installation plan, and recommended system.

Service Areas

Proudly Serving Western New York

Geneva

Canandaigua

Batavia

Lewiston

Clay

Western New York

Orchard Park

Finger Lakes Region

Geneva

Canandaigua

Orchard Park

Finger Lakes Region

Batavia

Batavia

Clay

Western New York

Careers

Tired of Working for Outfits That Cut Corners? So Are We.

Who We’re Looking For

  • Laborers ready to learn a specialty trade
  • Excavator and equipment operators
  • Drivers comfortable with truck and trailer operation
  • Experienced installers
  • People who show up on time and take pride in precise work
Why Work With JustEgress?


  • Defined systems and documented processes
  • Most projects completed start-to-finish in a single day
  • Well-maintained equipment and field-ready fleet
  • Small experienced crew where your work matters
  • Technically interesting projects across Western New York
  • Home every night
  • Real craftsmanship and meaningful work