Westminster, Colorado
Window Well Replacement in Westminster, CO
Westminster's population jumped from under 1,700 in 1950 to nearly 14,000 by 1960, and plenty of basements from those years still sit behind their first window wells. Denver Window Wells handles window well replacement in Westminster with stronger wells, working drainage and covers, installed to code by a licensed and insured crew.
What Wears Out Westminster Window Wells
After World War II, returning veterans and new jobs north and west of Denver turned Westminster's orchards into neighborhoods. The city grew to 19,512 people by 1970 and passed 50,000 by 1980, so homes here span several decades of construction. A window well from any of those years can rust, crack or lean away from the house, and window well replacement in Westminster gives the basement window a sound, solid frame again.
Soil is a big part of the story. The Colorado Geological Survey calls expansive soil Colorado's most significant geologic hazard, and some clays swell up to 20 percent when wet. That swelling presses on well walls every time spring storms or snowmelt soak the yard. Add freeze-thaw cycles through the winter, and seams open, drains clog and wells drift out of place.
Bowed or leaning walls
The well bulges inward or tilts away from the foundation instead of standing straight against it.
Standing water after storms
Water sits in the bottom of the well for hours after rain because the drain can't keep up.
Thin, flaking metal
Corrosion has left the steel paper-thin or full of pinholes, especially along the lower edge.
No easy way out
A deep well has no ladder or steps, which makes the basement window hard to use as an exit.
Window Well Replacement Choices for Westminster Homes
Westminster homes range from postwar builds to much newer ones, so we match the well to the window, the yard and how you use the basement.
Boman Kemp Window Wells
Boman Kemp wells are a sturdy, clean-looking swap for the rusted steel wells found on many older Westminster homes, and they hold back soil well.
Boman Kemp window wells
Rockwell Window Wells
Rockwell composite wells have a stone-look face, so a finished Westminster basement gets a nicer view than plain metal and gravel.
Rockwell window wells
Timber Window Wells
Custom timber wells work for wide openings and sloped yards, giving Westminster homeowners a terraced, natural look with more light below grade.
Timber window wells
Window Well Sump Pumps
If water keeps pooling in a well after storms or snowmelt, a window well sump pump or better drainage moves it away before it reaches the window.
Window well sump pumps
Egress Window Installation
Turning a Westminster basement into a bedroom? We install egress windows and matching wells to code and take care of planning and permits.
Egress window installation
Covers, Grates and Locks
Covers, grates and locks keep snow, leaves, kids and pets out of the well, and ladders make deeper egress wells easier to climb out of.
Window well coversWestminster Permits: Same-Size Windows vs. Bigger Openings
Westminster's residential permit list draws a clear line for windows. Replacing a window with one of the same size does not need a building permit. Adding a window or door, or making a window or door opening bigger or smaller, does. Remodels and basement finishes need a permit too, so a new basement bedroom with an egress window falls on the permit side.
The city has used the 2021 International Codes, including the 2021 International Residential Code, since June 1, 2024, with local amendments. Westminster also asks homeowners to contact its Planning Division before any exterior alteration, because Planning approval may be required for some projects on your property.
The city notes that its permit list isn't complete, and every project is a little different. During your free estimate, we'll look at the work planned for your home and confirm with Westminster what your window well replacement or egress project needs. We take care of planning and permits for our work.
Around Westminster
Two Counties, One City, and Front Range Weather
Westminster sits in western Adams County and northeastern Jefferson County, about 9 miles north-northwest of the State Capitol in Denver. Its building permits come from the City of Westminster itself. Standley Lake, built between 1909 and 1919, still supplies drinking water to Westminster, Northglenn and Thornton.
Both of Westminster's counties were among the areas hit by the September 2013 floods, a reminder of how much water a heavy storm can send toward a basement window. A well that drains properly, paired with a cover that keeps out snow and debris, gives your basement a better chance when the next big storm rolls through.
Westminster at a Glance
- CountiesAdams and Jefferson
- Building code2021 International Codes, in effect since June 1, 2024
- Window permitsNot needed for same-size replacement; needed for new or resized openings
- Postwar growth1,686 residents in 1950, 13,850 by 1960
- Distance from DenverAbout 9 miles NNW of the State Capitol
How Window Well Replacement Works
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Free estimate
Call or send photos of your wells. We measure, check drainage and talk through options and pricing.
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Planning and permits
We take care of planning and any permits your project needs before work starts.
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Remove and replace
We dig out the old well, set the new one to your foundation and add gravel for drainage.
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Finish and clean up
Covers, ladders or grates go on, and we backfill and clean up so your yard looks finished.
Westminster Window Well Replacement: Your Questions Answered
Does Westminster require a permit to enlarge a basement window for egress?
Yes. Westminster's permit list says increasing or decreasing a window or door size needs a building permit, and basement finishes need one as well. When we install an egress window, we take care of planning and permits.
Who do I contact at the City of Westminster about permits?
The Building Division handles residential permits and can be reached at 303-658-2075. For exterior changes, the city asks you to check with the Planning Division at 303-658-2092 first. If you hire us, we handle those conversations for our work.
What kind of window well should I choose for my basement?
It depends on the window size, how deep the well is and how the space below is used. Boman Kemp wells are a durable everyday choice, Rockwell wells look like stone, and custom timber wells suit wide or terraced spots. We'll walk you through the options at your estimate.
Can you fix a window well that fills with water?
Often, yes. Water usually builds up when the drain is clogged or missing. We can improve the drainage, add a window well sump pump where it makes sense, and install a cover to cut down on snow and debris.
Let's Plan Your Westminster Window Well Replacement
Call (720) 675-9339 for a free estimate from a licensed and insured team. Financing is available on approved credit.
Serving Westminster and Nearby Cities
We also replace window wells in these communities near Westminster.