Shelter In A Day | Disaster Relief House FAQs
Shelter In A Day's disaster relief house is ideal for those displaced by natural disasters, such as hurricanes, earthquake or floods. Our eco-friendly shelters provide safe and secure homes that are termite, water and rust resistant. Shelter In A Day's disaster relief home can be easily erected in one day without tools or electricity.
Our test model disaster relief house (recent picture above) has withstood harsh Florida's elements for more than two years beautifully.
Our test model disaster relief house (recent picture above) has withstood harsh Florida's elements for more than two years beautifully.
How do I put together a home without tools or electricity?
![]() Shelter In A Day’s new patented Tool Free Joint reinvents a simple carpenter style joint with a locking peg that is very easy to assemble.
Simply use the included wooden hammer and merely tap these secure pegs into place. |
How long does it take to build a shelter?
![]() Shelters In A Day's disaster relief housing can be built in less than one day without tools or electricity.
We built one in 3 hours using only muscle power. Watch this quick video and witness, how easy Shelter In A Day is to construct. |
Can shelters be used for long-term use?
![]() Absolutely!
Shelters are safe and secure and come equipped with lockable doors and windows. All shelters are also borate treated for termite and fire resistance and waterproof. The wood fiber material can be favorably compared to solid wood, only stronger and will last as long as it’s taken care of. |
What if I want furnishings for the shelter?
![]() Shelter In A Day’s same patented Tool Free Joint is also used to craft Terrapeg eco-friendly furniture.
With more than 30 attractive designs, Terrapeg’s appealing and durable, green furniture offers everything needed to furnish a shelter. |
What color is the shelter?
![]() Shelters are a natural caramel wood color but can be easily painted to suit your needs.
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Is the Shelter really patented?
![]() Yup you bet it is!
Shelter in a Day has received a Patent from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This Patent, introducing a new way to build using GREEN fiberboard materials and using our easy to assemble Tool Free Joint, has profound implications for Disaster Relief, Eco-Friendly, immediate and affordable housing needs worldwide. |
How much does Shelter In A Day cost?

A base model 12’ x 12’ shelter (144 sq. ft.) is $4,990 USD. All hardware is included to build an entire shelter including doors, windows and combination door locks.
Shipping information is 4’ x 8’ x 3' on a pallet. Approximately 3,000 pounds.
Add 4’ to the length (12’ x 16’) is an additional $950 USD. Shipping information is 4’ x 8’ x 42” on a pallet and an additional 600 pounds.
A paintable membrane roof is $100 USD and a typical steel or canvas roof is about $300.
Earth-anchor type tie-downs start at $100 for a 12’ x 12’ shelter.
All prices are FOB our facility near Ft. Myers, Florida.
Shipping information is 4’ x 8’ x 3' on a pallet. Approximately 3,000 pounds.
Add 4’ to the length (12’ x 16’) is an additional $950 USD. Shipping information is 4’ x 8’ x 42” on a pallet and an additional 600 pounds.
A paintable membrane roof is $100 USD and a typical steel or canvas roof is about $300.
Earth-anchor type tie-downs start at $100 for a 12’ x 12’ shelter.
All prices are FOB our facility near Ft. Myers, Florida.
To learn more about how Shelter In A Day came to be, visit our About or read our Disaster Relief Housing Blog for the latest news and tips.
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