Residential Articles

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…

The Top Tornado Shelter Companies of 2024

If you’re looking for a tornado shelter company in your area, it can be hard to know who to call. After all, you have choices. Should you go with a regional supplier or one with a more national presence? You can always roll the dice and Google this information, but there is probably no comprehensive,…

The Importance of Tornado Shelter Maintenance

In the heart of storm season, your home tornado shelter is like a silent guardian, ready to protect you and your loved ones from nature’s fiercest winds. It’s not just a structure; it’s a haven of safety in the tumult of a storm. But, like a guardian, it needs care and attention to perform its…

The Faraday Cage Effect and Tornado Shelters

There’s a lot of fear around tornadoes and staying protected – and for good reason. We’ve all seen the pictures of entire towns decimated by tornadoes. At Survive-A-Storm, we’re in the business of protecting people. Our tornado shelters are constructed using sturdy steel and tested to withstand the high winds and powerful force of an…

Tornado Preparation: Safety Before, During & After a Storm

Being home during a tornado threat is not for the faint of heart. The sky turns dark quickly, which can make your home’s interior darker, even during the day. The wind picks up speed, and you may hear sounds you don’t normally hear: the rafters of your home creaking, branches scraping the house, the gusting…

The Importance of Anchors with Tornado Shelters

The threat of tornadoes is a constant reminder of nature’s unpredictable power. We understand the worry that comes with sheltering from a powerful tornado. We see this fear present in the questions asked by those who wonder how we can possibly anchor down something above ground against an EF5 tornado.The answer is in the science…

Safe and Sound: Exploring the Types of Residential Tornado Shelters

As the sun sets on a quiet suburban neighborhood, families gather in their homes in relative comfort and security. Inside, children play in the living room, parents prepare the evening meal, and the world outside is a distant concern. It’s a testament to the peace that a safe home can offer. But, there’s also an…

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…

National Storm Shelter Association Provides Tornado Shelter Oversight

This post was created in November 2013, but has been updated in 2023 for accuracy and to reflect current details. The National Storm Shelter Association (NSSA) was formed in 2001 with the idea of protecting people from tornadoes and other disasters by ensuring that their members produce and sell the highest quality storm shelters possible. The…

2022 in Tornadoes – A Look at the “Worst”

Your past 12 months are likely full of ups and downs. Looking back at 2022, many people will size up the events in their lives and the significant accomplishments or setbacks. The purpose might be to set an intention for the coming year or to figure out what we want to accomplish.At Survive-A-Storm, we’d like…

Above Ground Storm Shelters Are Safe

The statement in the headline of this post is correct, despite the belief of many that the best place to be in a tornado is underground. In fact, it has been known for some time that above-ground storm shelters are a safe and cost-effective storm shelter solution for homeowners to survive an EF5 tornado.According to a research paper…

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