Question 1

Where are SafeHuts™ manufactured?

Accepted Answer

SafeHuts™ are manufactured in the USA at the Duffy Electric Boat factory in Adelanto, California.

Question 2

Are SafeHuts™ intended to be permanent homeless housing?

Accepted Answer

No, SafeHuts™ are interim bridge housing that provides a humane and safe structure for homeless living on the streets or in tents.

Question 3

What material are SafeHuts™ made of?

Accepted Answer

All elements (floor, walls and roof) are made of vacuum infused fiberglass.

Question 4

Other temporary homeless shelters are made of plywood, drywall and wood studs.  Why is fiberglass a better material for temporary homeless shelters?"

Accepted Answer

Fiberglass construction is nearly indestructible.  It lasts for decades and is maintenance free. Other materials are subject to mold and degrade with humidity, water and weather. If damaged by a resident fiberglass is easily repaired.

Question 5

Can SafeHuts™ catch fire and burn?

Accepted Answer

Fiberglass can withstand high temperatures, with its average melting point being 540 degrees Celsius (1104 degrees Fahrenheit).  Another crucial property of fiberglass is its fire resistance.  It will melt, not catch fire, and it prevents fire from traveling through it, reducing the spread to adjacent units.

Question 6

How big are SafeHuts™?

Accepted Answer

We have one 80 square foot home, exceeding California's 70 square foot minimum.

Question 7

Are SafeHuts™ easily sanitized?

Accepted Answer

Yes, unlike other organic materials viruses don’t live long on fiberglass.  SafeHuts™ can be sanitized with CDC approved disinfectants and dried in 10 minutes.

Question 8

How many homeless can live in a SafeHuts™ village?

Accepted Answer

A one-acre village can accommodate approximately 100 homeless individuals including sanitation, open-space and social service facilities.

Question 9

Are SafeHuts™ weatherproof?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SafeHuts™ are weatherproof.  99% of all recreational boats in the U.S. are made from fiberglass due to the high strength to weight ratio and its inherent ability to repel water, mold, and rot making SafeHuts™ weatherproof and almost maintenance free and indestructible.

Question 10

Can SafeHuts™ withstand extreme climates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SafeHuts™ are weatherproof.  They are custom manufactured with patent pending foam sandwich panelized walls and roof using resin infused GRP for a variety of R-Factor insulation ratings.  Hot and cold climates require thicker insulation in the panels to maintain a comfortable interior temperature.

Question 11

Can SafeHuts™ be used in cold climates with snow?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because the insulation in SafeHuts™ provides rigidity the units withstand snow loads.

Question 12

Do SafeHuts™ require a foundation?

Accepted Answer

No.  SafeHuts™ can be placed on any surface including dirt, gravel, concrete, asphalt or wood.  If the installation requires, we offer adjustable leveling hardware making it a breeze to secure and level.

Question 13

How much do SafeHuts™ weigh?

Accepted Answer

A one-bed SafeHuts™ weighs 650 pounds.

Question 14

Are SafeHuts™ safe in high wind areas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SafeHuts™ have the option of tie-down load anchors on all four corners for maximum safety in high wind events.

Question 15

How are SafeHuts™ assembled?

Accepted Answer

SafeHuts™ have two separate fiberglass panels that easily bolt together with two people in two hours.

Question 16

Can SafeHuts™ be dismantled and reassembled?

Accepted Answer

Yes, SafeHuts™ are easily dismantled, reassembled and relocated multiple times.

Question 17

Do SafeHuts™ have power?

Accepted Answer

Yes, power is run to each unit for HVAC unit, lighting, and USB ports.

Question 18

Do SafeHuts™ have shelving, cabinets and furniture?"

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is possible to add these items to SafeHuts™.  We are a full-service boat building facility with custom manufacturing capability.

Question 19

Do SafeHuts™ need to be painted?

Accepted Answer

No.  SafeHuts™ exterior surface is manufactured to resemble wood grain to give a soft and calming look and feel.  Uniquely, we apply the highest quality UV inhibited gel coat material that protects from sun damage and eliminates the need for paint.

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