How to Choose a Storm Shelter / Tornado Safe Room Install Pro in Oklahoma City, OK

Hiring the right contractor saves money, time, and rework. Use this checklist before signing.

Five questions to ask

1. Are you licensed and insured in OK? — Ask for license number and certificate of insurance.
2. How long have you been doing storm shelter / tornado safe room install specifically? — General contractors are not the same as specialists.
3. What warranty do you offer? — A real warranty in writing, not a verbal promise.
4. Can you show me recent local references? — Names + phone numbers in Oklahoma City, OK.
5. Will the quote be fixed-price or time-and-materials? — Fixed-price protects you from scope creep.

Red flags to walk away from

• No physical address or local phone number
• Pressure to sign immediately or pay full upfront
• Cash-only or no written contract
• No license number on the proposal
• Bid that's 30%+ below every other bid — they're cutting corners

What to verify before signing

• State contractor license is current (search the OK licensing board)
• Liability insurance covers at least $1M
• Workers' compensation if any crew is involved
• Recent reviews on Google with replies (a real business engages)