Inland Flooding: What Homeowners Should Know
There are a variety of weather conditions that contribute to inland flooding. Review the basics below so homeowners are flood prepared.
Most commonly, people think of flooding as mainly a coastal issue. However, inland flooding throughout communities stemming from rivers, lakes and more is becoming just as frequent as flood events along the coasts.
As a home buyer and homeowner there are aspects of inland flooding that you should consistently prepare for. Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the world and can result in tens of thousands of dollars in damage to your home.
Here at Garrison Flood Control, our goal is to be a complete flood protection resource for you and your property. Equipping yourself with not just the protective solutions but the knowledge and efficiency is our mission that we take pride in. Check out the impact that inland flooding has on communities and homeowners. Then see how Garrison Flood provides the best solutions to always protect against the dangers of inland flooding.
INLAND FLOODING: THE BASICS
All throughout inland communities, drainage is built directly into the infrastructure. However, when the water level on land exceeds the capacity of existing drainage, inland flooding will occur.
There are a variety of weather conditions that directly contribute to inland flooding. Most notably, consistent heavy rainfall has the ability to significantly impact inland communities. Additionally, failing infrastructure such as dam bursts and end of season melting snow can wreak havoc on homes when it comes to flooding events.
Certain infrastructural factors increase the risk of flooding events. For instance, urban communities usually build with more paved surfaces. The increase in concrete construction and foundation work naturally alters the effectiveness of drainage systems. Pairing that with the increased home development within flood plains, increasing storm events are now bringing frequent inland flood threats across the United States.
INLAND FLOODING: THE EFFECT ON HOMEOWNERSHIP
While lakefront property is something many homebuyers seek out, it does provide a significant risk of inland flooding to your prospective home. According to the FEMA Historical Flood Costs, just one inch of floodwater can result in up to $25,000 in home damage repairs.
The increase in frequency of inland flooding events needs to be at the top of your mind when considering purchasing a home. Certain areas classify themselves from a low-risk up to a high-risk of flooding events. Consulting official flood maps allows you to make the most informed decision.
Finally, one of the most important factors to consider and keep in mind when purchasing a home in an area at risk of inland flooding is flood insurance. As of right now, the only official way to secure standalone flood insurance is through the United States Government. When residing in an official flood plain, there are Government policies that cover inland flood events.
Most home buyers think their standard homeowner insurance policy will cover all relevant flood damage repairs. While that is possible, it is not always a guarantee. Be sure to thoroughly consult your home insurance policy to see what kind of protection you have.
INLAND FLOODING: HOW TO STAY PROTECTED
Preparing for potential inland flooding is paramount to keeping your home protected. In the past, traditional flood control solutions such as sandbags line the perimeters of homes. However, as the frequency and severity of flood events increases, traditional methods are not sustainable.
Allowing for early prevention will always put you in the best possible position to succeed against the dangers of flooding. Garrison Flood Control provides the most innovative and effective flood mitigation solutions available. From small to large, Garrison has solutions that can fit all of your flood protection needs.
When preparing, consider these Garrison solutions below!
MAYIM™ MODULAR FLOOD BARRIER
The Mayim™ Flood Control Barrier is an easy to deploy flood control system. If you are looking for a durable, efficient and lengthy system of protection for your building or facility, the Mayim™ Flood Barrier is the solution.
Protect against heavy rains, severe storms, swelling rivers and flash floods by deploying your Mayim water diversion and flood control barriers.
With our simple insert and lock connection system, Mayim flood barrier panels connect seamlessly to create a complete flood protection system. Gain the ability to quickly deploy a durable flood wall that is built specifically for active flood threats. Achieve protection heights of 20 and 30 inches to handle a variety of flood levels.
The Mayim is perfect for flood and emergency response, property management, home and office perimeters, loading dock and warehouse entryways and much more. Having a strong, significant solution that is easily deployable can save tens of thousands of dollars in flood damage repairs. The Mayim provides that solution!
GUPPY™ WATER FILLED FLOOD TUBES
The Guppy™ Water Filled Flood Tube provides an easy and effective water barrier that will help protect against dangerous flooding. Use these water filled dams to redirect water and to prevent flood damage at homes, offices, tents, factories and municipal buildings.
Each water filled flood control tube becomes heavy with water when filled, creating a durable berm that protects against rising floodwaters. This solution provides you with a simple and reusable setup so that you are always ready for whenever you face a flood threat.
Guppy™ is perfect for protecting driveways and entryways. Also achieve significant redirection of harmful spills and leaks. They are available in 6”, 12” and 24” diameters as well as 10ft, 25ft, 50ft and 100ft lengths. Once finished, Guppy™ easily drains, rolls up and stores to be reused over and over again, whenever a flood threat arises.
MINNOW™ WATER ACTIVATED GEL-FILLED FLOOD BAGS
The Minnow™️ Water Activated Gel Filled Flood Bags offers compact storage, incredible water absorption, and a no-mess clean up after a flood.
Unlike sandbags, which must be filled and deployed using a large crew, the Minnow sandbag alternative contains a super absorbent gel, which absorbs water and inflates, creating a durable flood barrier against rising water and flooding. Because Minnow is water activated, Minnow bags are stored flat, ready to be transported quickly to the flood site. Flood bags only swell when exposed to water. In less than 5 minutes when exposing them to water, these sandless sandbags will swell and gel into a significant sandbag alternative.
In a world where time is valuable when reacting to a flood, these bags are a must have tool in your emergency plan.
Having access to convenient and effective flood protection solutions puts you in the best possible position to succeed against incoming flood threats.
Are you looking to prepare for potential inland flooding? Garrison is here to help. We are always here to help you find the best products that fit your protection needs. Feel free to contact us and we can start immediately.
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.
If you would like additional information about Garrison Flood Control Systems, please call 929-299-2099 or email sales@garrisonflood.com.