Aluminum Window Well Grate
Our aluminum window well grates are made from high-quality, rust-free aluminum, light enough to lift in an emergency, yet strong enough to hold up to 400 pounds. Each grate is custom-fit to your window well!
- Custom-fit for metal window wells, concrete, composite, timber, and landscape block wells
- Rust-free aluminum that is light and easy to remove
- Holds up to 400 pounds of static weight, evenly distributed
- Lets fresh air and natural light reach the basement
- Powder-coat finishes available in grey, black, and custom colors
- Optional escape hatch for easy egress on larger window wells
- Ships anywhere in the continental United States
- Small, diamond‑shaped mesh openings help prevent accidents by keeping feet—both people’s and pets’—from slipping between the steel safety bars found in commonly available bar‑style grates.
- 7-year warranty
High-Quality Aluminum Window Well Grates
A safety window well grate is the right choice when you want an open window covering that lets air move through the well while keeping people and pets from falling in. Window Well Experts makes each aluminum grate to the size of your well and strong enough to withstand foot traffic. Every grate helps keep leaves and debris out of the well and supports up to 400 pounds.
.Aluminum grates are ideal for any type of well, whether it is steel, concrete, timber, plastic or other materials. A full flange option is available for rectangular concrete wells–an attractive continuous flange support for a sleek look. Add a clear polycarbonate top cover if you want easily removable rain and snow protection on top of the grate.
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Why Choose An Aluminum Grate?
A high-quality window well grate gives you the strength of a metal grate without the weight of steel. The open design keeps out large debris, lets natural light and fresh air into the basement, holds up to 400 pounds of foot traffic, and resists corrosion. Diamond‑mesh openings protect against slips and snags, unlike the wide gaps in typical bar grates. Paired with our 7-year warranty, that is peace of mind that few other window well covers offer.
A window well holds back the soil at the foundation of your home and leaves the basement window open to the weather. Many communities and insurance providers increasingly view window well covers as a safety measure, encouraging or requiring them to help reduce the risk of injury from an accidental fall. Open wells can create hazards for children, pets, and even adults who may not see them—especially in low‑light or snow‑covered conditions. By adding a secure cover, homeowners demonstrate a proactive approach to safety, which aligns with the guidelines many municipalities and insurers promote for preventing avoidable accidents.
Measuring Guide
Measuring your wells for a cover isn’t difficult, but if you have questions, please call us. All the information we need for quoting your cover is on the guide linked below.
Product Features
Built for long-term basement safety, airflow, and code compliance.
Rust-Free Aluminum
Lightweight metal that lifts easily in an emergency and never corrodes.
Holds 400 lbs
Safely supports 400 pounds of weight, evenly distributed whether it be foot traffic, snow loads, or a fallen branch.
Fresh Air and Light
Open aluminum mesh keeps the basement bright and well ventilated by simply opening a window. The grate does not need to be removed for fresh air ventilation.
Keeps Debris Out
Our grates have holes approximately 1-½ x ¾” that will keep out large debris.
Powder-Coat Finishes
Grey, black, or custom colors to match your home.
Powder-Coat Finishes
Grey, black, or custom colors to match your home.
Construction material
The small spaces in the diamond mesh pattern are designed to keep both people and pets from getting caught between the wide bars used in many common rebar steel grates.
7-Year Warranty
Covers broken aluminum parts, hinges, locks, and attachment clips under normal use.
We Ship Window Well Covers Nationwide
Aluminum grates from Window Well Experts can be shipped anywhere throughout the continental United States. We ship each one to your home or job site, packed with all the hardware. Installation is simple for most grates; just remove it from the carton and set it in place takes minutes, whether you handle it yourself or hand it to a contractor.
Extreme Durability
If your cover ever fails under normal use, we replace it.
Direct shipping
Anywhere in the continental US, directly to your home or job site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Aluminum grates are rated as a safe walking surface, so a child or adult stepping on one will not fall through. The surface also makes them a good choice for wells in walkways or other spots that see regular foot traffic.
Residential grade supports up to 40 pounds per square foot. Heavy-duty and commercial grates that support more weight per square foot are available for high-traffic situations for an additional cost. Please ask for a quote.
Yes. Oversized egress wells can include a hinged escape hatch so nearly anyone can get out in case of emergency. We place the hatch based on your escape ladder and the way your escape window opens. On most metal wells, the grate is light enough to push aside, so a hatch is usually unnecessary, but it certainly can be done if desired.
Yes. Grates without a hatch can be secured with our grate locks, making it harder for anyone to pull the grate off and reach the basement window.
Both grates are strong, but aluminum will not rust and weighs far less, so it is easier to lift in an emergency. Steel grates are heavier and will stay in place better than lightweight aluminum on smaller wells. Steel is also used for commercial-grade grates for more rigidity. We build grates using both materials, so a Window Well Expert can help you decide which suits your situation best.
Powder coating is an additional cost, an optional finish in grey, black, or a custom color to match your home. It adds a layer of protection against the weather and needs no repainting. Request a quote for current pricing on powder-coated grates.
Yes, all our custom window well covers are made to fit your window well. We make both low-profile and dome-style covers out of steel, aluminum, polycarbonate, or a combination of materials for any type and size of well that will solve most window well problems. Tell us your well size, and a Window Well Expert will help you pick the cover that fits.
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A Top Brand You Can Count On
Window Well Experts has spent decades focused on one thing: covers and grates that last. Our aluminum grates are rust-free, rated to 400 pounds, and backed by a 7-year warranty, so your basement window stays protected for years. And if you ever have a question or need help sizing, customer service from a real expert is a phone call away.
Craig O, Providence, Rhode IslandCraig O
Fits like a glove! Thank you.
P. Youngs, Lansing, MichiganP. Youngs
It took place as expected with an educated and professional organization.
B. Torem, Queens Village, New YorkBarbara Torem
Window Well Experts did an amazing job on my well grate. It fits perfectly, makes the area safe and looks great! I had a few questions during the process and Candi was always available to answer and assist. I would recommend this company to anyone that asks. Well worth the cost.
T. Thompson, Hoffman Estates, IllinoisTim Thompson
The product quality is excellent. I needed custom sized window well covers for my house and Window Well Experts came through!
J. Martins, Stoughton, MassachusettsJoe Martins
Easy installation, and the window well looks nice and clean.
R. Moody, Springfield, IllinoisRoger Moody
very satisfied.
thanks again
roger
A. Cartwright, Crown Point, IndianaAnthony Cartwright
Don’t have to worry about falling in again. They’re perfect
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Tell us the size of your window well, and we will send you a free quote on an aluminum grate built to fit. Contact us or fill out the free estimate form, and a Window Well Expert will get back to you with sizing, pricing, and shipping options.