How much does it cost to build a bomb shelter?
How much does it cost to build a bomb shelter?
A basic shelter built to withstand the effects of a nuclear attack will set you back about $2,500 in materials. If you use one of the plans in SFC Carter's Big Book on Surviving a Nuclear Attack, you can build your own shelter for $5,000 to $6,000. A top-notch facility can be built for less than $10,000.
How do you build a nuclear shelter?
To start building the perfect fallout shelter, dig a deep hole in the ground far away from any flammable objects. Place logs or poles across the trench, then cover them with a cloth tarp and at least 18 inches of soil.
How deep does a nuclear shelter have to be?
3 feetAs long as the shelter is buried at least 3 feet underground, it will protect you from the radiation.