"Any solar/wind power devices they may have"
Just as a note on this, All home based electrical producers that are connected to the main power grid are set to shut down if the main power should fail. This is a security measure to make sure no electricity is flowing while the line is being fixed. Make sure that its just used as an emergency backup and not as a main energy supply.
I agree with the previous post. Self sufficient energy is important, but I believe that to survive a Zombvasion one must be nomadic. If you do not let the undead horde mass, then it's not as great of a threat and serious fortifications are not needed. This being said, basic fortification skills are most certainly vital. I look forward to seeing if anyone has any interesting disposable fort building skills.
Submitted by MarylandSurvivor on Sun, 10/26/2008 - 15:34.
I've done a lot of prep to fortify my home. I, of course, would love to do more but money is always a factor. While I could ramble on,as I might, about what to do to make your home as secure as you could or everything I personaly have done perhaps I'll just tell you the first few things I did. this may spark some ideas from everyone else that I may not have thought of. Which I shall immediately steal and put into my plan.
First, I purchased enough 3/4 inch plywood and pre-cut it to fit to the outside of every first floor window of my home. Being careful to label each one as to what board went to what window. This took longer than I expected because of the amount of windows and the cost of the lumber, mostly the cost. At 3/4 inch it takes a lot of abuse to break through when it is cut down to window size.
I do not like the iron bar look over my windows and having too see it everyday but I have also purchased a few bars to put up. I don't have enough yet to do the whole first floor but hopefully soon. I have however pre-drilled the holes for the bars and placed the anchors in the wall for the bars I have bought. The wood and bars go up in less that an hour by myself and I won't be alone.
My next purchase will hopefully be steel doors for the two entrances to my house. It's much money for anything worth putting up.
Fencing your property should go without saying. While this may not keep out hordes it will keep out many at once and give you the chance to deal with them as safely as you can. If such a thing as safely can be said about dealing with zombies.
Each set of steps (I only have two) I have pre-cut plywood that fits from the top step strait out to what is the ceiling of the downstairs. making the space where the steps were into a floor. this will buy you time if your first floor is breached and you retreat upstairs. next time you go up your steps think about how difficult it would be to push up on that plywood ceiling.
Each floor ( 2cd and 3rd story) has a chain fire ladder that you can buy from wall mart or wherever, providing an escape if it can be done safely. I'm not advocating staying home and riding the zombie invasion out. You don't know whats going to happen or how it will play out. I just feel it's better to be ready for as much as you can.
Well I like to hear some of what everyone else has done or started or even thought of doing to fortify your home.
Submitted by nerominder on Sat, 11/22/2008 - 00:02.
While we (my fiance and myself) have planned ahead for the securing of the first floor windows, the idea of securing off the staircases hadnt crossed my mind, to which I must say thank you for the idea!
Submitted by Blackfox2381 on Fri, 05/01/2009 - 21:49.
Strangely enough, I can not view the original article unless I hit "Quote".
Would it not be a good idea to board up the outsides of your windows as well as the insides? You don't see too many zombies using crowbars but you do see them beating at the doors and windows. The pushing effect this has can push your nails out if you only board up the insides.
Submitted by farmerbrown on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 00:11.
I agree. Inside and out is best. Both should not be cut to fit, rather cut with at least a one foot overhang. Before we get too into this I must say that urban vs. rural fortification is two completely different worlds!
Submitted by zodiac831 on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 04:12.
What helps is living on 193 acres. All alone at the end of a 1 mile driveway. 2 150 gallon gasoline storage tanks with 2 generators complete with spare parts and tools for repairs does not hurt. Plus a well with a back up hand pump offers some comfort. Did I mention the 12 acre lake full of fish? With medical supplies, food, ammo, police scanner, and way too much other stuff to mention I am ready for the invasion! Bring it on.
Submitted by zodiac831 on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 04:18.
Very true. The wood line is at the shortest point 250 to 300 yards from the main dwelling, so I will have a clear line of sight in all directions thanks to the cameras and an advanced warning system at the main gate... Dogs, lots and lots of dogs! A huge clear area is an advantage on Z day but makes for a real b**** when it is time to mow!!!
Submitted by zodiac831 on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 09:38.
Ugghhh...tell me about it, it takes me pretty much a whole day to mow my lawn, I've got about 18 acres. Fortunately we usually don't do all of it in one day though.
Submitted by captainrads on Sat, 05/02/2009 - 11:39.
"Any solar/wind power devices they may have"
Just as a note on this, All home based electrical producers that are connected to the main power grid are set to shut down if the main power should fail. This is a security measure to make sure no electricity is flowing while the line is being fixed. Make sure that its just used as an emergency backup and not as a main energy supply.
I agree with the previous post. Self sufficient energy is important, but I believe that to survive a Zombvasion one must be nomadic. If you do not let the undead horde mass, then it's not as great of a threat and serious fortifications are not needed. This being said, basic fortification skills are most certainly vital. I look forward to seeing if anyone has any interesting disposable fort building skills.
I've done a lot of prep to fortify my home. I, of course, would love to do more but money is always a factor. While I could ramble on,as I might, about what to do to make your home as secure as you could or everything I personaly have done perhaps I'll just tell you the first few things I did. this may spark some ideas from everyone else that I may not have thought of. Which I shall immediately steal and put into my plan.
First, I purchased enough 3/4 inch plywood and pre-cut it to fit to the outside of every first floor window of my home. Being careful to label each one as to what board went to what window. This took longer than I expected because of the amount of windows and the cost of the lumber, mostly the cost. At 3/4 inch it takes a lot of abuse to break through when it is cut down to window size.
I do not like the iron bar look over my windows and having too see it everyday but I have also purchased a few bars to put up. I don't have enough yet to do the whole first floor but hopefully soon. I have however pre-drilled the holes for the bars and placed the anchors in the wall for the bars I have bought. The wood and bars go up in less that an hour by myself and I won't be alone.
My next purchase will hopefully be steel doors for the two entrances to my house. It's much money for anything worth putting up.
Fencing your property should go without saying. While this may not keep out hordes it will keep out many at once and give you the chance to deal with them as safely as you can. If such a thing as safely can be said about dealing with zombies.
Each set of steps (I only have two) I have pre-cut plywood that fits from the top step strait out to what is the ceiling of the downstairs. making the space where the steps were into a floor. this will buy you time if your first floor is breached and you retreat upstairs. next time you go up your steps think about how difficult it would be to push up on that plywood ceiling.
Each floor ( 2cd and 3rd story) has a chain fire ladder that you can buy from wall mart or wherever, providing an escape if it can be done safely. I'm not advocating staying home and riding the zombie invasion out. You don't know whats going to happen or how it will play out. I just feel it's better to be ready for as much as you can.
Well I like to hear some of what everyone else has done or started or even thought of doing to fortify your home.
While we (my fiance and myself) have planned ahead for the securing of the first floor windows, the idea of securing off the staircases hadnt crossed my mind, to which I must say thank you for the idea!
Strangely enough, I can not view the original article unless I hit "Quote".
Would it not be a good idea to board up the outsides of your windows as well as the insides? You don't see too many zombies using crowbars but you do see them beating at the doors and windows. The pushing effect this has can push your nails out if you only board up the insides.
I agree. Inside and out is best. Both should not be cut to fit, rather cut with at least a one foot overhang. Before we get too into this I must say that urban vs. rural fortification is two completely different worlds!
What helps is living on 193 acres. All alone at the end of a 1 mile driveway. 2 150 gallon gasoline storage tanks with 2 generators complete with spare parts and tools for repairs does not hurt. Plus a well with a back up hand pump offers some comfort. Did I mention the 12 acre lake full of fish? With medical supplies, food, ammo, police scanner, and way too much other stuff to mention I am ready for the invasion! Bring it on.
Damn Zodiac, you'll be surviving in style and comfort, but be wary of those who may wish to take it from you.
Very true. The wood line is at the shortest point 250 to 300 yards from the main dwelling, so I will have a clear line of sight in all directions thanks to the cameras and an advanced warning system at the main gate... Dogs, lots and lots of dogs! A huge clear area is an advantage on Z day but makes for a real b**** when it is time to mow!!!
Ugghhh...tell me about it, it takes me pretty much a whole day to mow my lawn, I've got about 18 acres. Fortunately we usually don't do all of it in one day though.