An egress window can help improve a home's safety, as it is large enough to climb out of during house fires. These types of windows are most commonly installed in the bedroom or basement. The minimum width of the opening should be at least 20 inches and 24 inches for height.
What amazing story: we decided to replace set of windows (6) and balcony door (huge!), after 15 years of cold winters and hot summers in our house (were commercial grade windows, poor quality). Got from friend recommendation for Omega Universal...
We went with 2 windows upgrade (double glass) crank style and super happy with the end result. No more windows glass fogging up during cold freezing day and no more drafting at night. We also notice less noise coming through...