Case Study: Hammerhead™️ High End Homeowner - Fort Myers, Florida
CLIENT:
A high end homeowner located in Florida reached out to our team of flood specialists at Garrison™️ Flood Control looking for a durable flood mitigation system that could be deployed on his property in the event of flooding.
The client’s home is nestled on the canal in Fort Myers, where tidal surges related to hurricanes are likely, and flooding events in general are a common occurrence.
CHALLENGE:
In September of 2022, Hurricane Ian directly impacted a significant portion of the Fort Myers area. Hurricane Ian made landfall in Fort Myers as a Category 4 hurricane.
The storm brought with it extreme 150 mph winds, a 15-foot storm surge, major flash flooding and heavy rainfall.
The damage was widespread, with thousands of homes and businesses destroyed or displaced. The total cost of the damage from Hurricane Ian is estimated to be over $100 Billion, making it the third costliest hurricane on record in the United States (National Hurricane Service).
The flood damage that occurred from Hurricane Ian resulted in the client’s displacement from his home for over 8 months, while his contractor completed costly renovations and repairs as a direct result from storm flooding. The client did not want to go through the pain, cost and dislocation that comes with loss of use of one’s home and decided to put in flood protection systems to prevent future flood damage and property losses.
Throughout his search for flood protection, the homeowner investigated multiple flood control companies for the most effective flood barriers for his needs, and required a flood control system that could be easily deployed at entryways, as well as easily removable whenever they are not in use. The critical factor in finding the ideal solution was a system that offered heavy duty protection against future storm surges, hurricanes and flood events.
The client chose the Hammerhead™️ Aluminum Flood Log System from Garrison Flood Control for the system’s durability, effectiveness, proven results and strong positive reviews.
GOAL:
Our team established specific objectives to safeguard the entrances and doorways on the ground floor of the client's home. This included fortifying the garage, front door, and back sliders to effectively combat the potential damage caused by aggressive storm surges that accompany severe weather conditions. We aimed to provide a flood and water resilient system capable of withstanding strong winds, potential debris, and a storm surge measuring 4-5ft.
SOLUTION:
Based on the homeowners flood protection needs, Garrison Flood Control provided the Hammerhead Aluminum Flood Plank System. Hammerhead is a robust flood protection system that utilizes durable 6063 T-5 aluminum flood logs that fit easily into U-Channel posts.
A neoprene seal between planks and within the U-channel prevents leakage. Planks are tightened down within the U-Channel using a series of stainless steel bolts. Once deployed, Hammerhead provides a durable flood wall that protects against water, debris and hurricane force winds. Because planks are approximately 2 lbs. per linear foot, even longer sections can be handled and deployed by an individual homeowner.
Each entryway was measured by the client’s contractor and Garrison provided custom-sized flood logs to fit the exact dimensions of the home’s various openings.
The local contractor, a high-end builder in the Ft. Meyers area, who previously worked on the home’s renovations and original construction, installed the Hammerhead™ Flood Plank System across all of the openings that were susceptible to potential flooding. The back door entryway, due to its longer length, required a Center Post to provide additional stability and strength against the expected hydrostatic pressures from incoming storm surges. This Center Post was made temporary, using drop in anchor bolts and baseplates.
SUMMARY:
A high-end homeowner residing in the beautiful coastal city of Fort Myers, Florida, was seeking an exceptionally resilient and long-lasting flood barrier system to safeguard their valuable property from the recurring threats of flooding that emerge with the arrival of the hurricane season. Situated on a serene and picturesque canal, this property frequently falls victim to the undesirable consequences brought forth by the frequent flooding events that have become an unfortunate norm in the region.
In September 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall in Fort Myers as a Category 4 hurricane. The storm caused widespread damage, including flooding which displaced the homeowner for several months. Once he completed significant renovations on his home, he decided to outfit the home with a Hammerhead Flood Protection System to mitigate future damage. The homeowner wanted a system that was easy to deploy and remove, but also offered heavy-duty protection against potential future storm surges and flood events.
Garrison Flood Control provided the homeowner with the Hammerhead Aluminum Flood Plank system. The utilization of aluminum planks that could be installed and removed with ease while simultaneously offering durable flood protection solved the various homeowner requirements.
The local contractor, who previously worked on the home's renovations post-Hurricane Ian, installed the Hammerhead flood log system at each vulnerable ground floor entryway and back patio.
This convenient and highly protective flood solution is an ideal choice for homeowners residing in flood-prone areas, storefronts, warehouses, power stations, public works, municipalities and more. With installation complete, this homeowner can now rest assured that his property is well-guarded against all types of flooding risks.
TAKEAWAYS:
Hammerhead flood logs are made of durable 6063 T-5 Aluminum with a tensile strength that can help defend against the force of hurricane storm surges and wind.
Strength: 6063-T5 aluminum has a high tensile strength, which means it can withstand a lot of force without breaking. This makes it ideal for use to defend against the force of common storm surges.
Lightweight: 6063-T5 aluminum is much lighter than steel, which makes it easier to transport and install. The aluminum flood planks take up minimal space while providing a quick and easy deployment process.The aluminum flood planks are compact, lightweight and take up minimal space while providing a quick and easy deployment process.
Corrosion Resistance: 6063-T5 aluminum is resistant to corrosion, because floodwater can be contaminated with salt, mud, and other corrosive materials, but 6063-T5 aluminum will not corrode in these conditions.
Removal of planks and center posts allows entryways to remain accessible when not in use.
Hammerhead is capable of fitting a variety of entryways with different lengths, heights and threshold types.
Center Posts can be installed for longer flood barrier runs, to handle the hydrostatic pressures associated with oncoming hurricanes, storm surges and flash flooding.
For more information on the Hammerhead™️ Aluminum Flood Plank Barriers, feel free to contact us directly!
*Installation services available by our flood technical solutions team in Florida.
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Garrison™ Flood Control is a New York-based manufacturer and distributor of a complete line of flood control products. Garrison products contain, divert, and re-route water away from valuable property, equipment, infrastructure, and facilities and help prevent flood damage due to rising water levels.
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