Small generators use less fuel and take up less space, and you can usually get by with running them only a few hours a day.
BUILDING A SAFEROOM INSTALL
For example, you can move several key circuits to a subpanel (refrigerator, a few lights a few receptacles, etc.) and install a manual interlock that allow you to run that subpanel off a small generator. Some folks go with a whole house generator option and automatic cutover (expensive), but there are simpler choices.
When you design your electrical system, take a look at options for connecting an emergency generator. In this relatively sealed room, candles or lanterns might not be a good choice if power goes off and you lose fresh air from your HVAC. LED lights are low current draw, but there is a limit to how long they last. If you lose main water pressure you can gravity feed from the jugs and have what you need for drinking and washing up.Īlso figure out what you are going to do for lighting if you have to spend several hours in this room. While building the shelter walls I would also consider where you might be able to add support for a water reservoir up high on the wall, even if its just a shelf for five gallon jugs. You don't need a large emergency access, but it should be big enough for everyone to crawl out.
If your house is completely destroyed and the stairs collapse, you may need to exit some other way than the basement stairs. I would also add an an external emergency access door on the foundation wall on one side. I would include the bathroom in the storm shelter, since it takes very little time before bathrooms are needed, especially if everyone is jittery about a storm.
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