Window wells are those metal or plastic corrugated 1/2 rings (in older houses concrete and brick boxes were used) that go against houses where basement windows are located.

They enable the ground/grading to be built up (as talked about last week) while maintaining clearance around window.

Typically the proper way to install a "Window well" is as follows:

1. Install deep enough to allow ground in well to be at least 4"-6" below sill of window.
2. Line bottom of well with gravel (preferred).
3. Seal both sides of well to house.
4. Secure proper domes over wells to keep unwanted entry of water, snow or any other debris.
5. Grade/ground should not go above top lip of well (if necessary double wells may be needed).
6. Check wells and covers periodically for condition.

This is a key item to the prevention/minimizing of water/moisture into basements.

Tune in next week for "Gutters/Downspouts".