In-ground Safety Shelter

27/10/2026

Tornadoes don’t check the map before they form. 🌪️

Two EF1 tornadoes were confirmed in northern Arizona this month — another reminder that severe weather can strike well outside the areas traditionally associated with “Tornado Alley.”

Our latest article takes a closer look at why tornadoes can happen in unexpected places, what homeowners should know about severe-weather preparedness, and why where you live shouldn’t be your only measure of tornado risk.

If you’ve ever thought, “We don’t really get tornadoes here,” this one is worth a read.

👉 https://www.grangeriss.com/tornadoes-outside-tornado-alley/

When most Americans think about tornadoes, they picture Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, or other states traditionally associated with Tornado Alley. But tornadoes are not confined to one region of the United States. From the mountains of Arizona to the Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast, tornadoes can devel...

22/09/2026

Where do you go when a tornado warning is issued—and your building doesn't have a designated storm shelter?

New NOAA-funded research from the University of Missouri will examine the tornado sheltering challenges faced by people living in apartments and multifamily housing, including access to safe shelter, preparedness planning and the barriers residents may face during severe weather.

It's an important area of tornado-safety research. For people living without a basement or designated shelter, identifying the safest available option before severe weather arrives can make a critical difference.

We're looking forward to seeing what this research finds and how it may help communities improve tornado preparedness and shelter access.

🌪️ Read more about the research from the University of Missouri below.

The $126,000 NOAA grant will fund research into tornado shelter access and preparedness among apartment residents in the southeastern United States.

09/09/2026

Choosing a tornado shelter is about more than comparing size and price.

Before hiring a tornado shelter contractor, homeowners should verify who manufactures the shelter, what testing and documentation support the claims, how the shelter will be installed, and who will stand behind it after installation.

We put together 8 important things every homeowner should verify before signing a contract or paying a deposit.

https://www.grangeriss.com/before-you-hire-tornado-shelter-contractor/

Before hiring a tornado shelter contractor, homeowners should understand the product, installation, documentation and company behind it. Choosing a tornado shelter or storm shelter involves more than comparing sizes and prices. Homeowners also need to understand who manufactured the shelter, who wil...

26/08/2026

🌪️ What should you do during a tornado warning if your home DOESN’T have a basement?

“Go to the basement” is familiar tornado-safety advice—but millions of Americans live in homes without one.

And there’s another important distinction homeowners should understand:

🏠 A sturdy site-built home without a basement and a mobile or manufactured home require different tornado plans.

In our newest Granger ISS homeowner resource, we cover:

• Where to shelter in a sturdy home without a basement
• Why mobile and manufactured homes require a different plan
• What apartment residents should consider
• Why you shouldn't wait until you see a tornado to act
• Tornado Watch vs. Tornado Warning
• Why vehicles and highway overpasses aren't good shelter plans
• How to build your family's tornado plan BEFORE severe weather arrives
• When a residential tornado shelter may become part of that plan

The most important takeaway?

Know where you're going before the weather turns dangerous.

👉 Read the complete homeowner guide:
https://www.grangeriss.com/tornado-warning-no-basement/

Please share this with someone who lives in a home without a basement—especially friends or family living in a mobile or manufactured home.

Homes without basements still need a tornado plan. Identify the safest available shelter location before severe weather arrives. When a tornado warning is issued, one of the most familiar pieces of safety advice is to “go to the basement.” But what if your home doesn't have one? Millions of Amer...

25/08/2026

Thinking about buying a tornado shelter? Before you make that decision, there are a few important questions worth asking.

How was the shelter tested? Who manufactures it? What does the warranty actually cover? Who handles the installation? And what should you know before comparing one shelter to another?

We put together **15 questions every homeowner should ask before buying a tornado shelter** to help families make a more informed decision before signing a contract.

Whether you’re just beginning your research or already comparing shelters and installers, this guide is a good place to start.

👉 Read the full guide here:

Buying a tornado shelter is different from buying almost anything else for your home. You are not simply comparing price, appearance or convenience. You are choosing a product that may someday be called upon to protect your family during one of nature's most violent events. That makes the questions....

21/08/2026

🌪️ **Texas Homeowners: Considering a Tornado Shelter? Check for Rebates BEFORE You Install.**

Some Texas homeowners may currently be eligible for residential **tornado shelter and storm shelter rebate programs** that can reimburse **50% of qualifying costs, up to $3,000**.

But there’s an important catch:

⚠️ **In some programs, you must apply and receive approval BEFORE your storm shelter is installed.**

Granger ISS has put together a new homeowner resource covering programs in:

📍 19 West Central Texas counties
📍 Grayson County
📍 Cooke County

The guide explains the programs, links directly to official sources, discusses important eligibility considerations, and covers questions homeowners should ask before purchasing a tornado shelter.

We’ve also included our **FREE Tornado Shelter Buyer’s Checklist** to help homeowners compare shelters, manufacturers, installers and quotes.

👉 **Read the Texas Tornado Shelter Rebate Guide:**
https://www.grangeriss.com/texas-tornado-shelter-rebates/

Know the requirements. Ask the right questions. Make an informed decision **before you buy.**

*Program availability, funding and eligibility requirements can change. Always verify current information directly with the agency administering the rebate program.*

https://www.grangeriss.com/texas-tornado-shelter-rebates/

19/08/2026

Buying a tornado shelter is a major decision, and homeowners deserve clear answers before they spend thousands of dollars on something intended to protect their family.

We put together a free guide covering 15 questions every homeowner should ask before buying a tornado shelter — including questions about the manufacturer, testing, installation, warranty, materials and long-term support.

No matter which shelter you’re considering, these are questions worth asking.

Read the Buyer’s Guide:

Buying a tornado shelter is different from buying almost anything else for your home. You are not simply comparing price, appearance or convenience. You are choosing a product that may someday be called upon to protect your family during one of nature's most violent events. That makes the questions....

14/08/2026

There's a big difference between someone who sells storm shelters and a company that actually manufactures them....

A storm shelter should reduce your anxiety — not create $9,300 worth of it.

This Oklahoma homeowner's story is an unfortunate reminder that when you're purchasing something intended to protect your family, you're not just buying a product. You're placing a tremendous amount of trust in the people selling and installing it.

Before purchasing any tornado shelter, ask questions. Who manufactures it? How long have they been in business? What testing has been performed? What warranty actually backs the product? Who is responsible for the installation? And most importantly — will that company still be there when you need them?

Granger Plastics has manufactured the Granger ISS Tornado Shelter for more than two decades. We believe the company standing behind your storm shelter should be every bit as dependable as the shelter itself.

Do your homework. Ask questions. Your family's safety deserves it.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/paid-9-300-storm-shelter-231700389.html

Oklahoma homeowner Dylan Teachman paid $9,300 cash for a storm shelter that never got built. So he lured the contractor back with a fake patio job—and had deputies waiting. Now Marek faces charges as ...

29/05/2026

Michigan Safe Room Program Offers Tornado and Storm Shelter Savings for Families!

Michigan usually sees 13 to 16 tornadoes annually, but 2026 has already exceeded that total as Tornado Alley expands farther into the Midwest.

12/03/2026

It is definitely that time of the year. Mother Nature doesn't discriminate. Where will your family go when there's an imminent tornado threat? Learn more about providing your family near absolute protection at www.grangeriss.com

Seems to be that time of the year again. In-ground Safety Shelter's are in high demand. Learn more about America's leading Underground Tornado Shelter innovation at www.grangeriss.com