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David

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Feb 8, 2008, 8:42:08 AM2/8/08
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I live in Jackson Tenn were we just had a big Tornado.
I'm looking at a Concrete Storm Shelter for $2,400 vs. Steel Shelter
for $7,000 the same size.
I was told by the steel people that the Concrete will leak through over
time.

What is the scoop on that.. Any sites telling me the difference>
Dave
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Joe

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Feb 9, 2008, 1:45:51 PM2/9/08
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"David" <ra...@usit.net> wrote in message
news:13qon1h...@corp.supernews.com...

Concrete does let water and air seep through... But it's generally not a
huge problem. Either system will outlast you. If needed, you can install a
dry well at the bottom of the shelter or a hand operated sump pump if you
are really worried about being flooded in the shelter... Otherwise,
moisture isn't a huge problem. Just keep it well ventilated.

I work with steel all day. I'd choose steel myself, but that's because I'd
build it myself.

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David

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Feb 11, 2008, 7:38:58 AM2/11/08
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The steel is double the cost. No more being in there I'm going with the
concrete.
Ha!! I work in a steel mill, merchant bar and rebar..

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