Window Well Repair
Leaking window wells are one of the most common causes of basement flooding in Chicago. A-Proseal fixes window well drainage, installs new wells and covers, and stops water from pouring into your basement.
Window Wells Are a Top Source of Basement Flooding
Window wells let natural light into your basement, but they also create a direct path for water to get in. When a window well fills up with rain, snowmelt, or runoff, that water has nowhere to go but through your basement window. A single heavy Chicago storm can dump enough water to overwhelm a poorly drained well in minutes.
Many Chicago homes have old, rusted window wells with clogged or missing drains. Over time, leaves, dirt, and debris fill the bottom of the well and block any drainage that was there. The well pulls away from the house, creating gaps where soil and water pour in. Without a proper cover, every rainstorm becomes a risk.
A-Proseal fixes all of these problems. We replace damaged wells, install proper drainage that connects to your interior drain tile or sump pump, and add covers that keep rain and debris out. Every window well we install is built to handle Chicago weather and keep your basement dry for years.
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Signs Your Window Wells Need Repair
Catch these problems early before the next big storm sends water into your basement.
How We Fix Window Wells in Chicago
Inspection and Assessment
We check every window well around your home. We look at the condition of the well itself, test the drainage, check for gaps between the well and your foundation, and inspect the window seal. You get a full report and a plan to fix everything.
Well and Drain Installation
We replace damaged wells with new, heavy-duty units that fit tight against your foundation. We dig out the old gravel, install a proper drain that connects to your drain tile or sump system, and fill the well with clean stone for fast drainage.
Cover and Final Seal
We install a clear, strong cover that keeps rain, snow, leaves, and debris out while still letting light into your basement. We seal the well to your foundation wall and test the drain to make sure water flows out properly. Your window wells are protected.
What You Get With Our Window Well Repair
New Window Well Installation
We replace old, rusted, or cracked wells with brand new galvanized steel or composite wells that are built to last through decades of Chicago weather without corroding.
Window Well Drainage
Every well we install gets a proper drain at the bottom. We connect it to your existing drain tile or sump pump system so water never sits in the well and pushes against your window.
Clear Window Well Covers
Our covers let natural light into your basement while keeping rain, snow, and debris out. They are strong enough to walk on and easy to open from inside for emergency egress.
Foundation Seal
We seal the gap between the well and your foundation wall with waterproof caulk and flashing. This stops soil and water from washing into the well behind the liner.
Clean Gravel Fill
We pack each well with clean, washed gravel that allows water to drain quickly to the bottom. No more dirt, mud, or clogged drainage slowing things down.
Written Warranty
Every window well installation comes with a written warranty. If anything we installed ever has a problem, we come back and make it right at no extra cost to you.
Why Chicago Homeowners Trust A-Proseal
Window well problems lead to basement flooding fast. You need a team that gets it right the first time so you never have to worry again.
Window Well Questions Chicago Homeowners Ask
The most common reason is a clogged or missing drain at the bottom of the well. When water cannot drain away, it fills up the well and pushes against your basement window. Gaps between the well and the foundation also let water seep in. A broken or missing cover lets rain pour directly into the well.
Yes. A cover keeps rain, snow, leaves, and animals out of your window well. Without one, the well fills up with debris that clogs the drain. Chicago gets enough rain and snow to overwhelm an uncovered well multiple times per year. A good cover is one of the easiest ways to prevent basement flooding.
Most window well repairs take just a few hours per well. If we are replacing the well, installing drainage, and adding a cover, it usually takes half a day for two or three wells. Larger jobs can take a full day. Our team works fast and cleans up before we leave.
Absolutely. The covers we install are made of clear, strong polycarbonate. They let natural light pass through so your basement stays bright. They also hold up to heavy snow loads and can support the weight of a person, which is important for homes with egress windows.
Yes, that is the best setup. We connect the drain at the bottom of your window well to your interior drain tile system, which feeds into your sump pump. This means any water that reaches the well is automatically pumped out and away from your foundation. It is the most reliable way to keep water from building up.
This is a common problem in older Chicago homes. When the well separates from the foundation, soil and water wash into the gap and flood the well. We remove the old well, install a new one tight against the wall, and seal the connection with waterproof materials so it stays locked in place.
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