by Leslie | Mar 18, 2015 | Severe Weather Safety Tips Blog
We recently had someone pose this question: I have a basement. Won’t it keep me safe and protect me from getting hurt by a tornado? Do I really need a tornado storm shelter? Don’t count on it. There are all kinds of risks involved with being below ground...
by Leslie | Mar 9, 2015 | Storm Shelter Comparisons Blog
Storm shelters are a very good investment if they are built correctly and follow FEMA’S (Federal Emergency Management Agency’s) specifications. The specifications were created to give you and your loved ones near absolute protection from tornadoes,...
by Leslie | Mar 9, 2015 | Tips from a Safe Room Professional Blog
Unlike hurricanes, tornadoes don’t give you days notice of when they will hit. It is critical that an emergency plan is developed between you and your family if a tornado strikes. Make sure everyone in your family knows what to do when a tornado warning sounds....
by Leslie | Feb 16, 2015 | Storm Shelter Comparisons Blog
We recently had someone ask us, “Why are stores like Lowe’s and Home Depot selling tornado shelters? Big box stores and other home improvement stores seem to be pushing them but are they good ones? Do these stores have knowledgeable sales people to help...
by Leslie | Feb 5, 2015 | Choosing Your Safe Room Site Blog
Q: I have a ceramic tile floor inside my home and want to have a tornado storm shelter installed on top of it. I want a bolt together above ground steel safe room. Can this be done? A: Great question! As long as your tile floor has a standard reinforced slab...