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When the weather turns, this is where you go

Above-ground storm shelters tested in EF5 tornadoes. Keeping families safe across Oklahoma, Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas for over 25 years.

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We built the tornado shelter we couldn’t find for our family

FamilySAFE came about the way a lot of good ideas do: out of plain old common sense. We’d seen too many underground shelters that were hard to reach – steep steps, heavy hatches, cars parked overhead, and air that turned damp or filled with exhaust fumes. For older folks, kids, or anyone with limited mobility, that’s hard to manage when the sirens start. We wanted something better. So we built it: above-ground, solid steel shelters that are proven to stand against any storm.

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System 1, Inc began their relationship with FamilySAFE in 2009.

Robert Rayl the CEO and President of System 1 Facility Services and Construction was looking for an answer to insure the safety of his family during severe weather. Being a native of Central Kansas and currently residing the past 25 years in Republic, Missouri, Robert fully understood the need for a Storm Shelter. 

While building a home he researched various options and various storm shelter companies. After his research Robert felt FamilySAFE was the hands down choice for his family. FamilySAFE had the quality, the experience, the expertise and no doubt had completed adequate testing prior to going to market.

Just a few years after owning a FamilySAFE, Robert was looking for ways to expand the System 1 business in Missouri and other surrounding States. Due to his belief in the FamilySAFE product, his resources to manage the business, as well as the obvious need for others in the area, he reached out to FamilySAFE to see if there would be an opportunity to perhaps become a distributor of the FamilySAFE product.

The rest is History. The companies came together to bring “Peace of Mind” to thousands of families across Missouri, Kansas and Arkansas.

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Pioneers in above-ground storm shelters

Back in 1998, we partnered with Texas Tech University to design and engineer the first above-ground steel storm shelter of its kind. More than 30,000 installations later, our shelters have stood through 16 historic tornadoes without a single failure, or a single complaint to the BBB. As founding members of the NSSA and ATSA, we helped shape the very codes and standards that still define storm-tested safety today. We’ve seen what storms can do, and we want more families to feel that peace of mind whenever bad weather rolls in.

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Certified storm shelters for homes, schools, and businesses

We build and install above-ground shelters for all kinds of spaces: single-family homes, schools, workplaces, and new construction. Every shelter meets FEMA and Texas Tech standards and is installed by trained professionals. We keep several sizes in stock and work with you to choose what fits best.

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Residential Storm Shelters

Bring dependable storm protection into your home. A solid, above-ground safe room that’s easy to reach and trusted by families across the Midwest.

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Commercial Storm Shelters

We design and install shelters large enough for teams, students, or the whole community so everyone has a place to gather in storm season.

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New Construction Storm Shelters

Planning a new home or facility? We’ll work with your builder so the storm shelter fits neatly into the plan and is ready when the doors open.

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Tested by tornadoes, trusted by families

When EF5 tornadoes struck, families sheltered inside their FamilySAFE rooms and walked out unharmed. Each story is a reminder of what tested protection really means.

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We know we will have peace of mind...

We had thought about purchasing a storm shelter for several years and just prior to the tornado hitting Joplin MO, we ordered our shelter from FamilySAFE. Going forward as we continue to see the severe storms that frequent the Ozarks, we know we will have peace of mind. Robert Rayl and his team did an excellent job in a very timely manner. I am recommending FamilySAFE to my friends and neighbors.

Professional Installation, Professional Results

We purchased one of these units a few years ago. Great quality, fit and finish. Installation crew arrived when they said they would and was very professional in all aspects.

Feel much more secure knowing we have this shelter as the spring storm season arrives.”

Storm Hit. We Were Ready.

Good investment. Our house was hit today east of Strafford and we heard it coming and got in our shelter by Family Safe

Eight Years of Peace of Mind

Because of the tornado here in Joplin 8 years ago today we made a great decision. You installed our saferoom in spring of 2012 and it has given us such peace of mind over the last 7 years. Thank you

Perfectly Safe When It Counted

I want to say a big thank you for the shelter. We had to use it for the first time last night, and we felt perfectly safe during the tornado warnings. What a relief!

Excellence From Start to Finish

Everyone I worked with, from shopping, ordering and delivery were knowledgeable and friendly. I had to reschedule delivery twice due to construction delays, and they were very understanding.

Quick Action, Real Results

Time between order and delivery was only 1 week. Very impressive!

Experience That Exceeds Everything

They offered to have it delivered 2 days after officially agreeing on the purchase, I was the one who wasn’t prepared to receive it that quickly. They are prompt, efficient, knowledgeable and friendly. The experience and quality so far is a 10/10 for me!

Find a FamilySAFE storm shelter near you

We serve customers across Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas. All of our shelters are made locally in Owasso, Oklahoma. Use our map or contact us to connect with a dealer near you.

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Coverage

  • St. Louis & Northern States
  • Jeremy Law
  • Phone: 618-340-2377

Why folks choose our above-ground storm shelters

Shelters built with incredible craftsmanship, tested by nature, and trusted by families who’ve weathered the worst of it.

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Proven strength

More than 16 of our shelters have taken direct hits from EF4 and EF5 tornadoes without a single failure.

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Easy to reach & exit

Step inside without climbing stairs. Doors open inward so you’re never trapped, no matter what’s outside.

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Quick installation

Most installs take less than one hour, often within a week of ordering, so protection’s in place before the next front moves in.

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Local craftsmanship

Each unit’s crafted in our Oklahoma shop by certified welders who build like someone’s life depends on it, because it does.

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Accessible options

Need extra space or an ADA door? We’ve got options so everyone in the family can easily get to safety.

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Relocation support

If you move, we can move the shelter too; a one-time job to keep you covered wherever you land.

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For pricing and installation details, send us a message. We’ll respond promptly with a brochure, a full price list, and friendly help from our team.

  • (1-4) for 3’x5′
  • (1-4) for 3’5 x 5′
  • (1-4) for 4’x4′
  • (1-6) for 4’x6′
  • (1-8) for 4’x8′
  • (1-9) for 6’x6′
  • (1-12) for 6’x8′
  • (1-16) for 8’x8′
  • 20+ for 8’x10 and 8’x12′.

Custom sizes upon special request.

  • Heavy 3/16″ steel walls and welded safety cage design
  • Flush roof vent for HVAC ducting
  • Door venting for clean airflow
  • Locking Safe-T door with triple deadbolts
  • Optional 36″ ADA door
  • Installation in as little as 1 hour
  • Built-in electrical box and interior lighting options

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Have a few questions?

After more than 25 years and 30,000 shelters installed, we’ve learned what folks want to know most. If you don’t see your answer here, just reach out – we’re glad to help.

We’ve seen the challenges underground shelters create: steep steps, heavy hatches, damp air, and exhaust fumes from garages. Our above-ground tornado shelters are easy to reach, stay dry, and use inward-swinging doors so you’re never trapped, even if debris lands outside.

Prices vary based on size, door options, and accessibility features. To get an exact quote, reach out to our team for a full pricing sheet. We’ll send everything you need, including photos, measurements, and current above-ground storm shelter prices for your area.

Every FamilySAFE storm shelter is built by hand in our Oklahoma facility. Certified welders handle every step, from cutting and framing to finishing and inspection. Nothing is outsourced. We take pride in knowing exactly how each shelter is made and who made it.

Most above-ground storm shelters are installed in under an hour. Depending on the season, delivery is usually available within a week. Every unit is anchored and finished by trained installers using professional HILTI anchoring systems for long-term stability.

While our home base for above-ground storm shelters is in Springfield, Missouri, our network of dealers serves families across the country

Yes. Our shelters have taken direct hits from EF4 and EF5 tornadoes more than a dozen times, and every one remained structurally sound. To date, no FamilySAFE storm shelter has ever failed or trapped anyone inside.

We offer several sizes, from smaller 4×4 units for families to larger 8×12 models for schools or offices. Each one is designed for the number of occupants you expect, with sturdy benches, ventilation, and reinforced steel construction.

Yes. Every FamilySAFE storm shelter meets or exceeds FEMA and ICC-500 standards for above-ground storm protection. Each unit is fully engineered, complete with stamped drawings and verified testing through Texas Tech University.

Most homeowners choose a garage, but our shelters can be installed almost anywhere there’s a solid concrete slab, as long as it meets FEMA specifications. If you’re not sure about the best spot, we’ll take a look at your space and recommend what works best.

No. If lightning strikes your shelter, the electricity travels safely down the outside walls and into the ground through the anchoring system; it never enters the interior. It works on the same scientific principle that protects people sitting in a car during a storm, called the Faraday Principle.