Añadido: May 17, 2008
De: kmbctv
Duración: 1:52
Several area construction companies are now making tornadoes part of their building plans. Norma and Bob McDaniel survived an F-5 tornado 17 years ago in rural Oklahoma. "I went to open the door to our bedroom and it just sucked it out of my hands," said Bob McDaniel. When they moved into Cardinal Woods West, a brand new subdivision in Blue Springs, the couple said they felt safe for once. KMBC's Bev Chapman reported that is because the new homes are built to withstand the worst. The homes look like any other modern design, but these homes are built like a basement from bottom to top with insulated concrete. "Basically, we pour it full of concrete. We leave cut outs for windows and doors and have very strong walls, very energy efficient," said Greg Andachter of Landmark Builders. "Because it's concrete from ceiling up to the rafters, it's able to withstand storms up to 260 mph," said Angela Shadduck of Weichert Realtors. While it adds between $10,000 to $17,000 to the cost of the home, real estate agents said there are savings. "When you factor in heating and cooling, insurance and security, that's pretty nominal," Shadduck said. There are cheaper alternatives. Kenny Reasbeck, of Warrensburg, sells storm shelters from around $5,500. Chapman reported that they are popular in mobile home communities and neighborhoods where there are no basements.
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