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Life Lift Systems on Shark Tank

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Life Lift Systems makes a tornado shelter system for homes. It is aimed at households in storm-prone areas that want a dedicated safe space during severe weather without relocating far from the house.

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⏱ Life Lift Systems in 30 seconds

  1. The ask$550K for 15%Valued at $3.67M
  2. In the tankDeal: $550K for 25%With Mark
  3. After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
  4. TodayClosedThe company rebranded as Vortex Vaults and went out of business; by 2…

Life Lift Systems Shark Tank deal

Asked for
$550,000 for 15%
Asking valuation
$3.67M
Result
Deal
Final deal
$550,000 for 25%
Deal valuation
$2.2M
Founders
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From
OK
Aired
Jan 27, 2019
Asked
$3.67M
Got
$2.2M

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The pitch

The founders from OK pitched Life Lift Systems in Shark Tank Season 10, Episode 13 (aired Jan 27, 2019). They asked for $550,000 in exchange for 15% equity, valuing the business at $3.67M. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Mark Cuban: $550,000 for 25%. That put the final valuation at $2.2M, 40% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Life Lift Systems after Shark Tank?

Out of business

Life Lift Systems appears to be out of business (The company rebranded as Vortex Vaults and went out of business; by 2023 its website and social media were dark, and in May 2025 NBC 5 reported it could not be reached.).

Sources (3)
  1. housedigest.com/1359013/whatever-happened-storm-shelter-bed-by-life-lift-syst…
  2. sharktankblog.com/business/life-lift-systems
  3. nbcdfw.com/news/nbc-5-responds/consumer-struggles-to-reach-safe-room-company/…
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Frequently asked questions

Did Life Lift Systems get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Life Lift Systems got a deal with Mark Cuban for $550,000 and 25% equity.

Which Shark invested in Life Lift Systems?

Mark Cuban invested in Life Lift Systems on Season 10 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Life Lift Systems still in business?

Life Lift Systems appears to be out of business (The company rebranded as Vortex Vaults and went out of business; by 2023 its website and social media were dark, and in May 2025 NBC 5 reported it could not be reached.).

What season and episode was Life Lift Systems on Shark Tank?

Life Lift Systems appeared in Season 10, Episode 13, which first aired on January 27, 2019.

Where can I buy Life Lift Systems?

Search for Life Lift Systems on Amazon or major retailers; availability varies.

What was Life Lift Systems's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Life Lift Systems at $3,666,667 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $2,200,000.

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