Why NSSA-Certified Storm Shelters Are the Best Choice for Your Home or Business

January 8, 2025

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NSSA Certified Shelters with Stronghold Safe Rooms

The Key to Reliable Storm Protection

When severe weather strikes, the safety of your family or employees hinges on the reliability of your storm shelter. Choosing an NSSA-certified shelter is essential for anyone committed to ensuring maximum storm protection and peace of mind.


What Does NSSA Certification Mean?

The National Storm Shelter Association (NSSA) ensures that certified storm shelters meet stringent standards for safety and durability. This certification includes compliance with:


  • FEMA Guidelines: Meeting FEMA P-361 and P-320 standards for storm and tornado shelters.
  • ICC 500 Standards: Ensuring shelters can withstand debris impact and extreme wind conditions.
  • Testing by the National Wind Institute (NWI): Verifying the shelter's ability to handle EF-5 tornado winds exceeding 250 mph.


Why NSSA Certification Matters

  1. Proven Safety Standards: NSSA-certified shelters are designed to withstand the worst tornadoes and hurricanes.
  2. Peace of Mind: With certification, you know your shelter has passed rigorous testing for wind and debris impact resistance.
  3. Long-Term Value: A certified storm shelter can add value to your home or business property.


Stronghold’s NSSA-Certified Storm Shelters

At Stronghold, every storm shelter we sell is NSSA-certified and includes a quality verification seal and an installation certificate. These features demonstrate our commitment to providing the best storm shelters in Springfield, MO, and beyond.


The Risks of Non-Certified Shelters

Choosing a non-certified shelter might save money upfront, but it could put lives at risk during severe weather. Non-certified shelters often fail to meet critical safety benchmarks, such as debris impact resistance or structural integrity under high winds.


Contact Stronghold Today in Springfield, MO

If you're looking for NSSA-certified storm shelters for sale in Springfield, MO, contact Stronghold today. Our team will design and build a certified shelter that guarantees your safety and peace of mind during any storm.

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