Everything we have on storm shelters — what fails, why, what it costs, and which of it you can handle without calling anyone.

Any age of home

• Choosing between in-garage and in-ground
• Registering the shelter with the city
• Anchoring on an existing slab
• Door that opens outward under debris
• Certification standards
• Ventilation and how long you can stay
• Keeping supplies in the shelter
• Retrofit into a finished basement or interior room

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