I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested in any
responses since I will be doing something similar at a property of my own.



He wrote,



"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk level to
keep rain water out. Windows are below grade and we don't want the wells to
fill up. The wells are about 42" wide x 22". They are about 2 feet deep.
Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.



Solutions we are considering:



1. Clear plastic bubbles - need source for rectangular bubbles. HD does not
carry.

2. Plexiglass / Lexan flat cover to let light in. Can clear caulk in place.

3. Wood cover with capping slightly raised above well to let light in.



Anyone, have better idea or know source for this shape bubble?"



Thanks.

On Sep 17, 8:43*am, "RogerT" wrote:
I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested in any
responses since I will be doing something similar at a property of my own..

He wrote,

"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk level to
keep rain water out. *Windows are below grade and we don't want the wells to
fill up. *The wells are about 42" wide x 22". *They are about 2 feet deep.
Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.

Solutions we are considering:

1. Clear plastic bubbles - need source for rectangular bubbles. *HD does not
carry.

2. Plexiglass / Lexan flat cover to let light in. *Can clear caulk in place.

3. Wood cover with capping slightly raised above well to let light in.

Anyone, have better idea or know source for this shape bubble?"

Thanks.

Do they have to be removable from the inside for safety exits?? Do
they have to be strong enough for people to walk on - since you said
they are at sidewalk level, not ground level?

hr(bob) wrote:
On Sep 17, 8:43 am, "RogerT" wrote:
I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested
in any responses since I will be doing something similar at a
property of my own.

He wrote,

"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk
level to keep rain water out. Windows are below grade and we don't
want the wells to fill up. The wells are about 42" wide x 22". They
are about 2 feet deep. Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.

Solutions we are considering:

1. Clear plastic bubbles - need source for rectangular bubbles. HD
does not carry.

2. Plexiglass / Lexan flat cover to let light in. Can clear caulk in
place.

3. Wood cover with capping slightly raised above well to let light
in.

Anyone, have better idea or know source for this shape bubble?"

Thanks.

Do they have to be removable from the inside for safety exits??

They don't have to be removable because the windows are not egress windows.
However, I would want them to be able to be pushed out/open or popped off if
needed in an emergency.

Do
they have to be strong enough for people to walk on - since you said
they are at sidewalk level, not ground level?

No, they don't need to be made to walk on since the well covers will be
above the sidewalk level, not flush with the sidewalk.

On Sep 17, 10:13*am, "RogerT" wrote:
hr(bob) wrote:
On Sep 17, 8:43 am, "RogerT" wrote:
I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested
in any responses since I will be doing something similar at a
property of my own.

He wrote,

"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk
level to keep rain water out. Windows are below grade and we don't
want the wells to fill up. The wells are about 42" wide x 22". They
are about 2 feet deep. Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.

Solutions we are considering:

1. Clear plastic bubbles - need source for rectangular bubbles. HD
does not carry.

2. Plexiglass / Lexan flat cover to let light in. Can clear caulk in
place.

3. Wood cover with capping slightly raised above well to let light
in.

Anyone, have better idea or know source for this shape bubble?"

Thanks.
Do they have to be removable from the inside for safety exits??

They don't have to be removable because the windows are not egress windows.
However, I would want them to be able to be pushed out/open or popped off if
needed in an emergency.

*Do
they have to be strong enough for people to walk on - since you said
they are at sidewalk level, not ground level?

No, they don't need to be made to walk on since the well covers will be
above the sidewalk level, not flush with the sidewalk.- Hide quoted text -

- Show quoted text -

I've never seen a rectangular window well or a cover for it. If you
can't find one that fits, you could dig out the window well and
replace it with a typical half round one. That might make it look
better too. A cover will go a long way to keeping water out, but
whether it works totally to keep it from filling with water depends on
other factors too, like grading, runoff from the roof, drainage of the
soil there, etc.

RogerT wrote:

I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested in any
responses since I will be doing something similar at a property of my own.

He wrote,

"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk level to
keep rain water out. Windows are below grade and we don't want the wells to
fill up. The wells are about 42" wide x 22". They are about 2 feet deep.
Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.

Solutions we are considering:

1. Clear plastic bubbles - need source for rectangular bubbles. HD does not
carry.

2. Plexiglass / Lexan flat cover to let light in. Can clear caulk in place.

3. Wood cover with capping slightly raised above well to let light in.

Anyone, have better idea or know source for this shape bubble?"

Thanks.

Check out:

http://www.maccourt.com/products/windowwells.html

As far as where to buy, you may have to order online or ask a local
store for a special order. For example, the Maccourt window well cover
4425R is rectangular 44" x 25" and is available thru Ace Hardwa

http://www.acehardwareoutlet.com/Pro...px?SKU=5358825

http://www.acehardwareoutlet.com/Pro...px?SKU=5358825

"RogerT" wrote in message
...
I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested in any
responses since I will be doing something similar at a property of my own.



He wrote,



"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk level
to keep rain water out. Windows are below grade and we don't want the
wells to fill up. The wells are about 42" wide x 22". They are about 2
feet deep. Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.



Solutions we are considering:



1. Clear plastic bubbles - need source for rectangular bubbles. HD does
not carry.

2. Plexiglass / Lexan flat cover to let light in. Can clear caulk in
place.

3. Wood cover with capping slightly raised above well to let light in.



Anyone, have better idea or know source for this shape bubble?"



Thanks.



You owe me $250 for doing your homework, aka "google".

http://www.redi-exit.com/window-well-covers.html

Google revealed a host of other options.

RogerT wrote:

I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested
in any
responses since I will be doing something similar at a property of
my own.



He wrote,



"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk
level
to
keep rain water out. Windows are below grade and we don't want the
wells
to
fill up. The wells are about 42" wide x 22". They are about 2 feet
deep.
Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.



Solutions we are considering:



1. Clear plastic bubbles - need source for rectangular bubbles. HD
does
not carry.

2. Plexiglass / Lexan flat cover to let light in. Can clear caulk
in
place.

3. Wood cover with capping slightly raised above well to let light
in.



Anyone, have better idea or know source for this shape bubble?"



Thanks.

In the past I have used Plexiglas covers on a frame that slightly
tilts away from the building to let water drain. You may want to
remove them for cleaning at times.
--
LSMFT

"Erma1ina" wrote in message
...
RogerT wrote:

I am posting this for someone else, but I would also be interested in any
responses since I will be doing something similar at a property of my
own.

He wrote,

"Need some suggestions on how to cover two window wells at sidewalk level
to
keep rain water out. Windows are below grade and we don't want the wells
to
fill up. The wells are about 42" wide x 22". They are about 2 feet
deep.
Cannot pipe wells since no sump system inside.

Check out:

http://www.maccourt.com/products/windowwells.html

As far as where to buy, you may have to order online or ask a local
store for a special order. For example, the Maccourt window well cover
4425R is rectangular 44" x 25" and is available thru Ace Hardwa

http://www.acehardwareoutlet.com/Pro...px?SKU=5358825

http://www.acehardwareoutlet.com/Pro...px?SKU=5358825

Thanks for the links. I passed them on to my friend and am checking them
out for myself.

"JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message
...


You owe me $250 for doing your homework, aka "google".

http://www.redi-exit.com/window-well-covers.html

Google revealed a host of other options.

Thanks for the link. Very interesting, and it includes a lot of other
information on related items.

Your $250 check is in the mail.

On 9/18/2010 7:40 PM, RogerT wrote:
"JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message
...


You owe me $250 for doing your homework, aka "google".

http://www.redi-exit.com/window-well-covers.html

Google revealed a host of other options.

Thanks for the link. Very interesting, and it includes a lot of other
information on related items.

Your $250 check is in the mail.
But will you respect him in the morning?

--
aem sends...

"aemeijers" wrote in message
...
On 9/18/2010 7:40 PM, RogerT wrote:
"JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message
...


You owe me $250 for doing your homework, aka "google".

http://www.redi-exit.com/window-well-covers.html

Google revealed a host of other options.

Thanks for the link. Very interesting, and it includes a lot of other
information on related items.

Your $250 check is in the mail.
But will you respect him in the morning?

He won't even be there when he wakes.