Casement Windows

Other Projects for DIYers from The Family Handyman:

1. 
   How to Plan Egress Windows

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   Egress windows provide emergency exits in case of fire. We tell you how big they should be and where you need them in your home. If your existing windows aren't big enough, consider remodeling to include them.
2. 
   How to Install Basement Windows and Satisfy Egress Codes

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   We'll show you all the how-to steps you need to install a basement egress window, from cutting a hole in the basement wall to framing the opening to setting the window. Doing the project yourself can save you more than $4,000. The egress window will not only allow natural sunlight to enter your dark basement, it will provide a safe escape route for you and your family during a fire or other home emergency.
3. 
   How to Repair Old Windows

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   Learn how to fix common casement window problems. Free up a sticking window, replace a broken crank operator or sagging hinge, even replace an entire sash. Repairs are simple, and a lot cheaper than replacing the whole window.
4. 
   Hard to Open Windows

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   If you have hard to open casement windows , follow these simple steps and make your windows crank open and shut like they did when they were new.