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Storm Shelters have long been used in homes for the sole purpose of providing protection from damage due to hurricanes and tornados. A storm shelter or storm basement is typically an underground shelter designed specifically to shelter the residents from strong, destructive winds, hail, and rainfall. The most popular model of this shelter is the galvanized steel building which is constructed from an insulated steel framing to protect any building materials stored within it from the elements. Some models are designed with an attached roof, while others are constructed as per the building's size and with a simple roof covering. This type of shelter has many advantages and is used in both rural and urban areas. These include:
The benefits of using storm shelters includes the ability to survive even during the worst of storms. They can also save you a lot of money because they do not have to be rebuilt after the damage is done. Another benefit is that you do not need a permit to construct such a shelter. An underground shelter is considered to be 'permanent' after construction. Another advantage of the structure is that you can keep the structure safe even if it is constantly exposed to extreme temperatures. You do not need to worry about the elements being able to reach the building.
Storm shelters can be built in a variety of ways depending on your needs and the local climate. One way to build a storm shelter is to dig a huge hole in the ground several meters deep and then set up a metal framework as the foundation. This framework is connected to several poles and other things such as beams which form the walls of the storm shelters. Another option to make a storm shelter strong enough is to install reinforced steel around the perimeter to reinforce any weak points.
The other option to make storm shelters strong is to use galvanized steel. This can be placed in a hole and then bolted down. The other option is to have the poles and beams of the structure reinforced with steel. The best solution would be to surround the yard shelters with steel so that they are more durable.
Storm shelters can be made to order. There are many companies that specialise in making these structures and can easily tailor one to suit your particular needs. One thing to keep in mind when making underground storm shelters is the possibility of having flying debris land directly on them. If this is the case then it is imperative that you place nets over the shelters to protect them from being damaged.
Many people prefer to use the metal or steel underground storm shelters because they are less likely to be destroyed by flying debris. However, this is not necessarily the case with wooden or other in-ground structures. Wooden structures are also likely to be destroyed by the flying debris. This means that in situations where you cannot immediately relocate your family to a safer place an in-ground storm shelter could prove to be more convenient.
An advantage that both of these structures have been the fact that they are more waterproof. It is very easy to take down an in-ground structure to storm shelters cannot be dunked or washed away by heavy rain. Although the latter two options may seem preferable in situations where there is no immediate threat of water damage but it should be noted that if a tornado strikes and damage the roofs of the storm shelters then they could collapse.
Steel may be more expensive than wood, but many companies feel that the added cost is justified due to the fact that steel storm shelters are extremely sturdy. Another advantage of the steel structure is that they are more likely to last for a longer period of time than other types of structures. In the end, your preference will be influenced by your budget. Metal may be more expensive than wood, but if you want to be able to erect your own shelters then steel may be the better option for you. There are many companies that specialize in constructing these structures and you can find the right one for your home by looking online.