Littleton, Colorado
Window Well Replacement in Littleton, CO
Water sitting in a basement window well rarely fixes itself. Denver Window Wells handles window well replacement in Littleton, about 9 miles south of Denver, swapping failing wells for Boman Kemp, Rockwell or custom timber wells installed to code, with drains that actually drain.
What Pushes Littleton Window Wells Past Their Prime
Littleton is the Arapahoe County seat, and it lies within the Front Range corridor where the Colorado Geological Survey maps swelling soils from Fort Collins to Pueblo. Bentonite clays like these can swell up to 20 percent when wet. A window well sits right in that soil, so every wet and dry spell pushes and pulls on it until the well bends, cracks or separates from the house. At that point, window well replacement is the real fix.
Water is the other half of the story. Chatfield Reservoir, built for flood control, sits near Littleton, and Arapahoe County was among the counties covered by the September 2013 floods. Heavy rain, spring snow and freeze-thaw cycles all send water toward low spots, and a window well is a low spot right next to your basement.
Well full of water
Water that pools in the well for days after a storm means the drain underneath has failed.
Crumbling or rusted edges
The top lip or bottom edge of the well is flaking, rusting or breaking apart in places.
Stains below the window
Water marks on the basement wall under the window show water is getting past the well.
Hard to climb out
A bedroom window you couldn't easily escape through in an emergency needs an egress upgrade and larger well.
Window Well Replacement Options in Littleton
Here's what we install, and where each option makes the most sense for Littleton homes.
Boman Kemp Window Wells
Boman Kemp wells are a heavy-duty replacement for rusted or bent metal wells and hold their shape against shifting clay soil.
Boman Kemp window wells
Rockwell Window Wells
Rockwell stone-look composite wells give the basement window area a natural stone appearance that fits in with established yards and landscaping.
Rockwell window wells
Timber Window Wells
Custom timber wells can be built to any size, which helps with wide windows, tiered landscaping or wells that need extra depth.
Timber window wells
Window Well Sump Pumps
A window well sump pump or new drain connection keeps heavy storm water from pooling against basement windows and seeping inside.
Window well sump pumps
Egress Window Installation
Enlarging a basement opening for an egress window needs a permit in Littleton, and we take care of that along with the window and well.
Egress window installation
Covers, Grates and Locks
Covers, grates and locking hardware keep debris and snow out, add security and help prevent falls into deep window wells.
Window well coversLittleton Codes and Permits for Window Projects
Littleton builds to the 2024 International Residential Code. Enlarging a structural opening, such as cutting a bigger basement opening for an egress window, requires a permit. We take care of that permit and the planning behind it, and every well we install is built to code.
An egress project usually means a new, larger well too, so we size the well and add a ladder or steps where needed. The goal is a basement bedroom you can actually get out of, with a well that drains properly.
For a simple replacement that doesn't change the window opening, we confirm the city's requirements for your address during your free estimate and build them into the plan. You'll know exactly what's needed, and what isn't, before we start any work.
Local Notes
Storms, Snowmelt and Flood History Around Littleton
Chatfield Reservoir was built for flood control, and the 2013 floods reached Arapahoe County. Big storms are a reminder that water finds the lowest path into a home, and basement window wells are often that path. A properly drained well with a fitted cover sends water away instead of letting it collect against the glass.
Spring is a good time to walk around your house and check every well. Clear out leaves and debris, look for gaps at the foundation and make sure water drains within a day of rain. If you find problems, we can replace the well, rebuild the drain or add a sump pump.
Littleton at a Glance
- CountyArapahoe (county seat)
- Building code2024 IRC
- PermitsRequired for enlarged structural openings
- Distance from DenverAbout 9 miles south
- Flood controlChatfield Reservoir
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.
2
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.
Common Questions from Littleton Homeowners
Do I need a permit for an egress window in Littleton?
Littleton requires a permit to enlarge a structural opening, which is what most egress window projects involve. We take care of the permit, the planning and the installation, all to code.
Do I need a permit to replace a window well in Littleton?
If the window opening stays the same, we confirm the requirements for your address during the estimate. If the project enlarges the opening, a permit is required and we handle it.
Why does my window well fill with water?
Common causes are a gravel base or drain clogged with soil and debris, or a well that has separated from the foundation. A missing cover makes it worse by letting snow and rain pile in. We can fix the drain, add a sump pump or replace the well.
Which window well is right for my home?
It depends on the window, the yard and the look you want. Boman Kemp wells are a durable, low-maintenance standard, Rockwell wells add a stone look, and custom timber suits unusual sizes. We'll recommend the best fit during your free estimate.
Schedule Window Well Replacement in Littleton
Call (720) 675-9339 for a free estimate. Financing is available on approved credit.
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