The plastic covers, mentioned by Ms. Kirkness, do keep debris from filling these areas and prevent rain from entering the well. Their only drawback is blockage of air to the basement windows. The ...

Q: When there is a heavy rain, the window wells on one side of my house fill with water, then the water seeps into my basement. Is there a solution for this? A: Rain water, snow and leaves can often ...

Avoid digging yourself in a hole this season, and dig out your window well! 7 Can Help you, along with Thrasher Foundation Repair, avoid basement flooding. Shane McClintic from Thrasher recommends ...

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Window wells for basement windows are good for keeping the soil away from openings in the foundation walls while still allowing for proper drainage and for natural sunlight to make its way into the ...

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