Panelized Storm Shelter Articles

How Tornado Shelters Boost Home Resale Value: ROI Explained Simply

You’ve probably wondered whether installing a tornado shelter is just an expense or an actual investment. The short answer is that it depends entirely on where you live and what type of shelter you choose. In tornado-prone regions, shelters can add thousands to your home’s value and help it sell faster. In low-risk areas, you…

Survive-A-Storm Shelters at IBS 2026: Protection Meets Innovation in Orlando

The 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) returns to Orlando, Florida, February 17-19, bringing together more than 70,000 building professionals and 1,700+ exhibitors for North America’s largest residential construction event. This year’s show promises to showcase the latest innovations in home building, from cutting-edge technology to essential safety solutions. About IBS 2026 IBS 2026 is…

Protect Clients with the Homebuilder Program from Survive-A-Storm

As a homebuilder, one of your key priorities is ensuring that your clients are satisfied with their new homes and safe in the face of severe weather. Tornadoes, especially in Tornado Alley, can pose a significant threat to homes and families. That’s where Survive-A-Storm’s Homebuilder and Dealer Wholesale Program comes in, offering a cost-effective solution…

Above Ground Tornado Shelters and Relocation: What If I Move or Buy a New Home?

According to the US Census Bureau, in 2022, approximately 27.1 million people—about 8.4% of the U.S. population—moved to a new home, highlighting how the days of buying a house and staying in it for decades are becoming less common. With so many people on the move, it’s no surprise that a frequent question about our…

When Installing an Above-Ground Residential Tornado Shelter Makes Sense

Tornadoes are unpredictable and if you’re not prepared the results could be devastating – injuries to you and your family, or even death. The best way to stay safe during a tornado is inside a tornado shelter. Installing a tornado shelter at your home requires a lot of consideration and careful planning. We’ve covered the intricacies…

A Tornado Shelter In Garage: Why It Works Best

Last Updated: July 28, 2016 We have the opportunity to talk to, meet with, and help thousands of people across the nation. Whether we are installing a community safe room for a school, or military base or some giant corporation, or whether we are installing a family shelter, we love our customers and we really appreciate…

Choose the Right Tornado Shelter for Your Family

There is no doubt that tornadoes are one of the most destructive natural disasters. They can strike with little warning, and the damage they can cause is devastating. As a result, it’s essential for families to have a safe place to go in the event of a tornado.Choosing the right tornado shelter for your family…

Above Ground Storm Shelters: To Bolt or Not to Bolt, That is the Question

Last Updated: July 28, 2016 Many people are uncertain about whether or not above ground storm shelters are a good choice for their home.  And if they do decide on an above ground tornado safe room, should they get one that bolts together, or one that is welded?  That seems to be the biggest debate, and…

Above Ground Safe Room: Right Choice?

The decision that often causes the most confusion is whether you should use an above ground storm shelter or an underground storm shelter.  There are many options in the ever-evolving world of storm preparedness and storm shelters. Here at Survive-A-Storm we manufacture both above and underground storm shelters, and we believe both types are equally safe…