The most common materials used in storm shelters
are fiberglass and steel, but not all offer the same level of safety and durability.
Fiberglass Storm Shelters
Fiberglass shelters are lightweight, inexpensive, and can technically last hundreds of years. However, they are not without serious issues.
Over time, fiberglass can crack, leak, and develop mold due to ground shifts and temperature changes. These spider cracks compromise structural integrity and shorten the lifespan of the unit.
Perhaps the most alarming concern is buoyancy. In several reported cases, fiberglass shelters have floated out of the ground due to underground water pressure.
A terrifying situation during storm season when you need that shelter the most.
Steel Storm Shelters
Our clients often ask why we don’t offer fiberglass shelters. The answer is simple: safety and performance.
Steel is the most reliable material when it comes to protecting lives during extreme weather events. Our steel safe rooms are designed to meet FEMA standards and tested to resist EF-5 tornadoes. Unlike fiberglass, they won’t crack, leak, or float.
In the storm shelter industry, materials matter.
When your family’s life is at stake, choosing a STEEL STORM SHELTER is not just a BETTER OPTION, it’s the RIGHT ONE.
