STORM & TORNADO SHELTERS | PA & NJ
Storm Shelter Installations
Hunkerdown, your premier provider of Tornado Shelters and Safe Rooms, continues to serve Montgomery County, Bucks County, and neighboring counties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The Aboveground Shelter, recognized for its F5 tornado resistance rating validated at the Texas Tech Wind Science Lab, is engineered for safety. With third-party approval from engineers and acknowledgment by the American Tornado Shelter Association (ATSA), this shelter prioritizes security. Crafted with 1/4″ grade 50 steel, it not only withstands severe tornadoes but also serves as a Gun Safe Room, offering protection against handguns and shotguns. Choose Hunkerdown for a shelter that doubles as a Panic Room, ensuring your safety in any situation.
- Endures F5 tornadoes with certified resilience
- Rigorously tested at the National Wind Institute (NWI)
- Complies with FEMA 321/360 and ICC 500 standards
- Constructed from sturdy 1/4” steel material
- Equipped with 1” locking pins and a continuous 1” hinge
- Features robust 3/4” diameter grade 5 bolts
- Boasts a resilient powder coat finish for enhanced durability
- Includes ventilation hoods for optimal air circulation
- Adopts a modular bolt-together design for flexibility
- Anchors securely to concrete slabs for stability
- Incorporates an electrical ground stud for safety
- Above-ground shelter design ensures protection against flooding
- ATSA listed for quality assurance
- Third-party engineering certified to meet industry standards
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- FEMA 320 Taking Shelter From the Storm
- FEMA 361 Design and Construction for Community Safe Rooms
- ICC 500 Standard for Design and Construction of Storm Shelters
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)
- International Building Code (IBC)
- American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM)
- ANSI A117.1
National Electrical Code (NEC) (When optional electrical items are required) - Texas Tech University Test for Debris impact
- Certified Structural PE design approval.
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safe rooms | PA & NJ
Safe Room Installations
This folding safe shelter stands as an innovative, space-efficient storm/tornado shelter that can be neatly folded within 19 inches of a wall when not in use. When the need arises, it swiftly deploys in just a few seconds, offering a secure refuge from storms and capable of withstanding up to an F-5 rated tornado.
- Endures F5 tornadoes with certified resilience
- Rigorously tested at the National Wind Institute (NWI)
- Complies with FEMA 321/360 and ICC 500 standards
- Constructed from sturdy 1/4” steel material
- Equipped with 1” locking pins and a continuous 1” hinge
- Features robust 3/4” diameter grade 5 bolts
- Boasts a resilient powder coat finish for enhanced durability
- Includes ventilation hoods for optimal air circulation
- Adopts a modular bolt-together design for flexibility
- Anchors securely to concrete slabs for stability
- Incorporates an electrical ground stud for safety
- Above-ground shelter design ensures protection against flooding
- ATSA listed for quality assurance
- Third-party engineering certified to meet industry standards
Reach out to us today and secure your quote now!
- FEMA 320 Taking Shelter From the Storm
- FEMA 361 Design and Construction for Community Safe Rooms
- ICC 500 Standard for Design and Construction of Storm Shelters
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)
- International Building Code (IBC)
- American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM)
- ANSI A117.1
National Electrical Code (NEC) (When optional electrical items are required) - Texas Tech University Test for Debris impact
- Certified Structural PE design approval.
Reach out to us today and secure your quote now!
panic rooms | PA & NJ
This safe room, panic room, and storm shelter cleverly fits into corners with a swing door customizable for left or right openings, optimizing space usage. Unlike subterranean options, this above-ground unit mitigates the risk of drowning during heavy rains. Anchoring securely to a concrete slab using heavy-duty anchors resistant to a remarkable 45,000 lbs lifting force—a crucial feature for tornado-prone areas—it is crafted from high-grade quarter-inch thick steel. Engineered with structural supports, it provides robust protection against falling or airborne hazards, including trees, roofs, bricks, blocks, and other substantial debris, making it an ideal choice for residents in Bucks County, PA, Montgomery County, PA, and the surrounding counties of PA and NJ.
- Endures F5 tornadoes with certified resilience
- Rigorously tested at the National Wind Institute (NWI)
- Complies with FEMA 321/360 and ICC 500 standards
- Constructed from sturdy 1/4” steel material
- Equipped with 1” locking pins and a continuous 1” hinge
- Features robust 3/4” diameter grade 5 bolts
- Boasts a resilient powder coat finish for enhanced durability
- Includes ventilation hoods for optimal air circulation
- Adopts a modular bolt-together design for flexibility
- Anchors securely to concrete slabs for stability
- Incorporates an electrical ground stud for safety
- Above-ground shelter design ensures protection against flooding
- ATSA listed for quality assurance
- Third-party engineering certified to meet industry standards
Reach out to us today and secure your quote now!
- FEMA 320 Taking Shelter From the Storm
- FEMA 361 Design and Construction for Community Safe Rooms
- ICC 500 Standard for Design and Construction of Storm Shelters
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- ADA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)
- International Building Code (IBC)
- American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM)
- ANSI A117.1
National Electrical Code (NEC) (When optional electrical items are required) - Texas Tech University Test for Debris impact
- Certified Structural PE design approval.
Reach out to us today and secure your quote now!
Hunkerdown continues to provide storm rooms, safe rooms, and tornado shelters across PA & NJ.
These shelters are meticulously crafted to endure the harshest weather conditions, including tornadoes, while offering a comfortable and secure haven for you and your loved ones. These shelters are purposefully engineered to be positioned above ground, ensuring easy access and convenient residential placement. In addition, these safe rooms offer dual-tier protection against armed intruders. The standard units, both folding and stationary, are crafted from 1/4” thick steel, delivering NIJ Level IIIA protection against handguns and shotguns – accounting for 90% of violent crimes, as per a Bureau of Justice Statistics Special Report.