Basement Egress Windows in Orleans, MA
Mussato Building Group installs basement egress windows in Orleans, MA. We are a family-owned general contractor founded in 2004, with more than 100 projects completed and a 5.0 rating from 21 Google reviews. Our base in South Yarmouth is about 16 miles away, and we work across Orleans Village, East Orleans, and South Orleans.
- Family-owned since 2004
- Licensed + insured in MA
- 100+ projects completed
- 5.0 stars from 21 Google reviews
- BBB accredited
Egress windows in Orleans
Orleans is where the Lower Cape meets the Outer Cape, with water on the bay, on Pleasant Bay, and on the ocean at Nauset Beach.
An egress window is usually what makes a basement bedroom legal. Most Orleans homes are on septic systems. On septic, the new bedroom also needs the Orleans Board of Health to confirm the system can carry it under Title 5, so we check that before we cut the foundation.
Near the bay, Pleasant Bay, and the ocean, groundwater and heavy rain are the main risks for a new window well. We build the drainage at the bottom of the well and grade the soil around it so water moves away from the opening.
In the Old King’s Highway district of Orleans along Route 6A, an egress window on a side of the house that can be seen from the street can need a certificate from the Orleans Old King’s Highway committee. We place the window where it works for the room and for the review.
“As the General Manager of Pretty Picky Properties I’ve had the pleasure of working with Joe and his team for nearly 10 years. Joe’s carpentry skills are unmatched. He’s always respectful, finishes on time, priced well, and transparent from start to finish. You will not regret hiring Mussato Building Group.”
Egress window permits in Orleans
We prepare the drawings, file the applications, and schedule the inspections. Here is what a project like this usually needs:
- Building permit from the Orleans Building Department for the foundation cut and the new opening.
- Review by the Orleans Board of Health under Title 5 if the window is for a new bedroom on a septic system.
- Flood-zone review if the house sits in a FEMA flood zone.
- An Old King’s Highway certificate if the new opening can be seen from a public way in the historic district.
- Code check of the opening, sill height, and well
- Foundation cut for the new opening
- Egress window set, flashed, and sealed
- Window well with ladder or steps where needed
- Drainage at the bottom of the well
- Interior framing, insulation, and trim around the window
- Replacement of small basement windows
- Building permit and inspection
Basement Egress Windows in Orleans: FAQ
Do I need a permit for an egress window in Orleans?
Yes. Cutting a foundation wall is structural work, so the Orleans Building Department issues a building permit and inspects the opening. We handle it.
Do you install egress windows in Orleans Village and East Orleans?
Yes. We install basement egress windows all over Orleans, including Orleans Village, East Orleans, and South Orleans. Our base in South Yarmouth is about 16 miles away.
What size does the egress window need to be?
At least 5.7 square feet of clear opening, at least 24 inches of clear height and 20 inches of clear width, with the sill no more than 44 inches above the floor.
Does a basement bedroom in Orleans need anything else?
Enough ceiling height, and septic or sewer capacity for the extra bedroom. Most Orleans homes are on septic systems.
More in and around Orleans
- Basement Egress Windows in Eastham, MAEastham, North Eastham
- Basement Egress Windows in Brewster, MAWest Brewster, Brewster Village, East Brewster
- Basement Egress Windows in Chatham, MAChatham Village, North Chatham, South Chatham
- Deck Builder in Orleans, MANew decks, deck replacement, stairs, and railings
- Deck Replacement in Orleans, MATear-out and rebuild of old, soft, or unsafe decks
- Basement Finishing in Orleans, MAMedia rooms, gyms, bars, guest suites, and egress windows
- Basement Remodeling in Orleans, MADated or damp finished basements rebuilt from the foundation in
- Bathroom Remodeling in Orleans, MATile showers, tubs, vanities, and powder rooms
- Kitchen Remodeling in Orleans, MALayouts, islands, custom cabinetry, and counters
- ADU Builder in Orleans, MADetached guest cottages, in-law suites, and garage conversions
- Basement Egress Windows in Barnstable County, MAAll 15 towns of the county
- Basement Egress Windows on Cape CodThe whole Cape, from Bourne to Provincetown
- Water in the Basement? Fix It Before You Finish ItGuide
- Adding a Bathroom in Your BasementGuide
Tell Us About Your Project
© 2026 Mussato Building Group Inc. All rights reserved. Yarmouth, MA, Serving Cape Cod.