Egress Window

Last week I showed you the hole that was dug to get ready for the egress window to be placed in a downstairs bedroom. We were praying that the weather would stay clear so it could be put in, and it did.
Here's how it went.

Early Wednesday morning several trucks arrived.

One man was downstairs preparing to hang plastic and protect the room while the hole was cut.

Two men were outside getting this cement saw in place to prepare to cut the hole.

Starting the cut

The hole is done

This is the shell that is ready to put into the ground, around the new opening.

And here it is, in place.  There is a grate on top and when done it will also have clear cover to protect it from leaves and small animals getting in.

This lets lots more light into the room.

The window opens completely and there is a ladder, so if there was ever a fire, people could get out safely. The window can also be opened normally to let in fresh air.
Bob will be doing more work down here. The window needs to be trimmed out and then we will be painting the room. 

Here's the finished product outside.  A little more dirt needs to be moved and grass needs to be planted.  After all this, Bob says he's sick of dirt.  :)  
I'm thankful for all the work he did, and am happy to have a safe, legal bedroom downstairs!