When it feels like the world is becoming more unstable and dangerous, a place to escape the dangers of nuclear, chemical, or biological warfare begins to make sense. So, in 2024, people are increasingly turning to Atomic shelter manufacturers to protect against atomic radiation.
Althoughan underground shelter may seem like the best solution, there are however a few things to consider before planning your installation.
How to choose your type of shelter?
First of all, it is important that your “bunker” is suitable to deal with a possible situation in which there is atomic radiation. To do this, we offer you two different solutions which are:
- a redevelopment of an existing area in your home (ideally in the basement);
- or installation of a bunker kit below ground level
The choice between these two variants will depend on the configuration of your home and the nature of your floor. In some cases, it is also possible to design an anti-atomic space at ground level. However, this configuration will have a higher construction cost.
Before making your choice, take advantage services of our engineers who will be able to advise you as best as possible according to your budget and the layout of the premises.
What budget to protect yourself from atomic radiation
If you are open to DIY, the cheapest underground shelters cost around CHF 20,000.- with the shipping container solution. But this will leave you with a bare configuration that will then require you to do your own excavations and installations. In addition, the container solution will probably not include a sufficient level of shielding to prevent radiation from entering. Our teams have often found that a homemade solution ultimately ends up being more expensive. than a turnkey solution delivered and installed by a specialist.
A complete installation from 50,000.- is possible!
A bunker kit A standard underground shelter equipped with a kitchen, a bathroom, several beds and NBC protection (nuclear, biological and chemical) is possible from 50,000.-. Prices therefore vary depending on the size and nature of the premises. In addition, equipment such as a vault, an upper layout or several emergency escape hatches, can also increase the price of your bunker.
For luxury bunkers, there is no price limit. These shelters can be built as underground luxury homes, with swimming pool and play areas!
The key points of good protection in the event of a nuclear, biological or chemical attack
The first certain thing is that the best place to protect yourself will be underground! Then, the different points set out below will increase your level of protection.
The best materials to protect against atomic radiation:
No big surprises, concrete and steel are the best materials to protect you from radiation. To achieve maximum protection, when building your fallout shelter, we accumulate the following materials:
- steel for the manufacture of the main carcass;
- a concrete slab on top for radiation protection and below for stability;
- covering the excavation with a layer of very dense sand and then earth;
When the shelter is made in an existing home the carcass will not necessarily be made using steel. In this case, the thickness of reinforced concrete will be greater.
Suitable air filtration equipment:
The only viable solution to properly filter the air is an NBC filter (nuclear, radiological, biological and chemical). This is equipment specially developed for use in nuclear shelters. The latter uses a sophisticated filtration system (HEPA) and a manual operation system when there is no more electricity.
Protect yourself from atomic radiation individually:
In addition to the protection zone, it will also be important to have with a minimum of equipment for the occupants of the shelter. The essentials are: a decontamination area in the shelter (isolated shower), anti-particle suits (PVC), different types of protective masks (particles, chemical and/or biological).
Our conclusion to protect ourselves from atomic radiation
As you will have understood, below ground level in a suitably constructed bunker, you will be protected. atomic radiation. However, as we have seen, it is also important to provide additional equipment to be able to then leave and move freely from your fallout shelter. This could even allow you to live several months in your bunker.
By requesting the services of Swiss Bunker, you benefit from comprehensive advice for your protection and that of your loved ones. Moreover, before embarking on the installation of a bunker, it is always recommended to draw up a situation report. The best method is that of risk management. Our experts therefore plan with you a comprehensive approach to your situation. Then, they advise you free of charge before proposing a solution.
