Quonset Storm Shelter

Commercial Quonset Storm Shelter

Custom Pricing

Protects 25-200+ employees • Quarter-inch steel construction • Crane-installed foundations

Top tornado protection without affecting your home’s curb appeal or yard design.

Our Quonset-style above-ground commercial tornado shelters are engineered to meet any capacity requirement. These portable storm shelters are prefabricated from quarter-inch cold rolled steel and crane-set onto massive steel-reinforced concrete foundations. Choose single units or side-by-side configurations with connecting walkways.

Commercial Quonset Storm Shelter Features

Quarter-inch cold rolled steel construction with commercial-grade systems designed for business environments. Prefabricated at our factory and crane-installed for maximum structural integrity.

FEMA P-361 and ICC-500 compliant • EF-5 tornado protection (250+ MPH winds) • NSSA certified

Quarter-Inch Steel Construction
Prefabricated from quarter-inch cold rolled steel for maximum durability and EF-5 wind resistance.
50 AMP Electrical System
50 AMP panel box with battery backup provides reliable power for lighting and ventilation during extended occupancy.
Forced Ventilation System
Electrical-powered fan with vent shrouds provides crossflow ventilation for comfortable occupancy during storms.
Triple-Locking Door System
Commercial-grade single-lever door latch with padlock protection for secure facility access.
Side-by-Side Connectors
Connecting walkways between units create unified occupancy areas and easier emergency management.
Solar Battery Backup
Solar panel kits available for extended power independence during prolonged severe weather events.

Size & Pricing

Single and side-by-side Quonset configurations provide flexible capacity scaling for any Tennessee business requirement.

Configuration: Single Quonset
Width: 10-foot wide
Capacity Range: 25-80 people
Foundation: Steel-reinforced concrete
Applications: Small to medium facilities / Cost-effective, faster installation, minimal disruption

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Configuration: Side-by-Side Quonset
Width: Two 10-foot units
Capacity Range: 200+ people
Foundation: Dual foundation system
Applications:Large facilities, campuses Connecting walkway, unified occupancy management / Multi-Unit Complex Multiple connected units 200+ people Custom foundation design Industrial, educational Unlimited capacity, distributed egress, campus coverage

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Configuration: Multi-Unit Complex
Width: Multiple connected units
Capacity Range: 50-160+ people
Foundation: Custom foundation design
Applications: Industrial, educational / Unlimited capacity, distributed egress, campus coverage

Configuration
Width

Capacity Range
Foundation
Applications
Single Quonset
10-foot wide
25-80 people
Steel-reinforced concrete
Small to medium facilities
Cost-effective, faster installation, minimal disruption
Side-by-Side Quonset
Two 10-foot units
50-160+ people
Dual foundation system
Large facilities, campuses
Connecting walkway, unified occupancy management
Multi-Unit Complex
Multiple connected units
200+ people
Custom foundation design
Industrial, educational
Unlimited capacity, distributed egress, campus coverage

Trusted by Industry Leaders

When Fortune 500 and Fortune 100 companies need to protect employees from tornadoes, they choose Survive-A-Storm shelters installed by certified professionals like Wolcott.
Manufacturing & Industrial:

Walmart • Toyota • Mercedes-Benz • Kia Motors • U.S. Steel • 3M • Siemens • Procter & Gamble • Schlumberger

Government & Military

U.S. Army • U.S. Air Force • U.S. Navy • Local Governments Nationwide

Education & Community
School districts, local governments, and churches across America rely on our shelters to protect students, community members, and congregations from 250 MPH EF-5 tornado winds.

Proven Track Record

The largest underground commercial shelter installation on a single property worldwide – demonstrating our capability to handle Tennessee’s most demanding commercial requirements.

Installation & Foundation Requirements

Commercial Quonset shelters require professional crane installation onto engineered concrete foundations. Our Tennessee crews handle all foundation and installation coordination.

Foundation:

Massive steel-reinforced concrete foundation engineered for local soil conditions

Installation:

Professional crane-set placement with certified rigging and anchoring

Timeline:

Installation typically completes in 1-2 days after foundation curing

Coordination:

Scheduling managed around business operations to minimize disruption

Quonset Storm Shelter Pricing & Assessment

Commercial Quonset shelter pricing averages approximately $1,500 per occupant, with final costs determined by capacity requirements, site conditions, and configuration complexity.

Pricing Factors:

  • Total occupancy capacity required
  • Single vs multi-unit configuration
  • Site preparation and foundation requirements
  • Electrical and ventilation specifications
  • Tennessee permit and compliance coordination

Delivery & Installation Timeline

Commercial Quonset projects typically complete within 6-8 weeks from engineering approval to operational status, including foundation work and installation.
  • Engineering & Permits: 3-4 weeks for drawings and Tennessee approvals
  • Foundation Work: 1-2 weeks including concrete curing time
  • Shelter Installation: 1-2 days crane installation and final inspection
  • Project Coordination: Managed around business operations schedule

Warranty Registration

Our storm shelters include manufacturer warranty registration through Survive-A-Storm. Warranty terms, registration process, and coverage details handled directly with the manufacturer.

Which Underground Storm Shelter Is Best For Your Family?

Estate Series (Yard Installation)

Best for: Families with adequate yard space, larger capacity needs, preserving garage functionality

  • Install anywhere in yard or field area
  • No garage floor modifications required
  • Larger capacity options (10-16 people)
  • Complete concealment with landscape restoration
  • Industrial-grade corrosion protection
GarageCube (Garage Installation)

Best for: Limited yard space, convenient indoor access, dual-purpose usage

  • Install directly in garage floor
  • Quick access from inside home
  • Drive-over capability with quarter-inch lid
  • Can double as mechanics pit
  • Flush installation preserves garage space

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20′ x 6′ underground shelter • Small businesses and communities • Rapid installation

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