Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Window Well Replacement in Highlands Ranch, CO
The first Highlands Ranch homes went up in 1981, so the earliest houses are now more than four decades old. Denver Window Wells handles window well replacement in Highlands Ranch, from planning around HRCA review to installing Boman Kemp, Rockwell or custom timber wells to code.
Why Highlands Ranch Window Wells Wear Out
The first homes in Highlands Ranch were built in 1981, so the oldest window wells in the community have been holding back soil for more than 40 years. Even newer wells face the same daily load. Galvanized steel rusts at the base, plastic turns brittle in the sun, and anchors loosen until the well tips away from the foundation and lets dirt and water in. That's when window well replacement makes sense.
Douglas County ground is part of the problem. The Colorado Geological Survey has documented heaving bedrock in the county, and expansive clays are common across the Front Range. When snowmelt and spring storms soak that ground and freeze-thaw cycles follow, it swells, shrinks and shifts, pushing on well walls season after season.
Original builder wells
Thin, plain metal wells that came with the house may be rusting where they meet the gravel.
Well tilting outward
The top of the well leans away from the house, opening a gap that slowly fills with soil.
Moisture on the glass
Condensation or dampness on the inside of a basement window often means water sits against it outside.
No ladder in a deep well
A deep egress well without a ladder or steps can make escaping a basement bedroom difficult.
Window Well Replacement for Highlands Ranch Homes
We help you choose a well that suits your home, your basement plans and your HRCA review.
Boman Kemp Window Wells
Boman Kemp wells are a clean, durable upgrade from original builder wells and come in sizes that work for both standard and egress windows.
Boman Kemp window wells
Rockwell Window Wells
Rockwell stone-look composite wells blend with landscaping and stone accents, a good option when you want the well to look like part of the yard.
Rockwell window wells
Timber Window Wells
Custom timber wells handle unusual sizes or tiered designs and give a warm, natural look along patios and garden beds.
Timber window wells
Window Well Sump Pumps
A window well sump pump or upgraded drain keeps water moving away when heavy spring storms overwhelm the gravel base.
Window well sump pumps
Egress Window Installation
Egress windows give a finished basement a safe way out, and Douglas County building plans must clearly label egress windows and window wells.
Egress window installation
Covers, Grates and Locks
Covers, grates and locks keep snow and debris out, protect kids and pets from falls and add security to basement windows.
Window well coversDouglas County Codes and HRCA Review in Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch is unincorporated Douglas County, so county building rules apply. The county's 2024 International Residential Code took effect July 1, 2026, and building plans must clearly label egress windows and window wells. We prepare that planning and take care of the permits for egress projects.
Exterior changes also go through the Highlands Ranch Community Association. The HRCA's Architectural Review covers all exterior improvements, so a new well style, cover or egress window may need approval before installation. We can provide product details to include with your request.
We don't assume anything about permits for a simple well swap. During your free estimate, we confirm the county requirements for your address and remind you about HRCA review, so both are sorted out before work starts. No surprises halfway through the job.
Community Notes
HRCA Review, Finished Basements and Front Range Weather
Because the HRCA reviews all exterior improvements, it pays to plan your window well project early. Choose a style, gather product information and submit your request before you schedule the install. Stone-look Rockwell wells and custom timber wells are two ways to make a well look like part of the landscaping instead of a hole in the yard.
Highlands Ranch is about 13 miles south of Denver, and it gets the same snowmelt, spring storms and freeze-thaw swings as the rest of the Front Range. Finished basements raise the stakes, since a single overflowing well can soak carpet and drywall. A solid well, a clear drain and a fitted cover keep that water outside.
Highlands Ranch at a Glance
- CountyDouglas (unincorporated)
- Building code2024 IRC, effective July 1, 2026
- Exterior changesHRCA Architectural Review
- First homes1981
- Distance from DenverAbout 13 miles south
How Window Well Replacement Works
1
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.
3
Remove and replace
We dig out the old well, set the new one to your foundation and add gravel for drainage.
4
Finish and clean up
Covers, ladders or grates go on, and we backfill and clean up so your yard looks finished.
Window Well Replacement FAQs for Highlands Ranch
Do I need HRCA approval to replace a window well in Highlands Ranch?
The HRCA's Architectural Review covers all exterior improvements, so check with the association before you change a well, cover or egress window. We can provide product details and specs for your request. Once it's approved, we schedule the install.
Whose building rules apply in Highlands Ranch?
Highlands Ranch is unincorporated, so Douglas County building rules apply. The county uses the 2024 International Residential Code as of July 1, 2026. We take care of permits for egress projects and confirm requirements for any well replacement during the estimate.
Can you add an egress window to my Highlands Ranch basement?
Yes. We install the egress window and a matching well, with a ladder or steps when the depth calls for one. Douglas County plans must label egress windows and wells, and we handle that planning.
How do I know if my original wells need replacing?
Look for rust at the base, gaps at the foundation, soil inside the well or water that doesn't drain. If you see any of these, replacement is usually the long-term fix. We'll take a look during a free estimate.
Get Started on Window Well Replacement in Highlands Ranch
Call (720) 675-9339 or request a free estimate, and we'll help you plan around county and HRCA requirements.
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