Know how to Protect Your Home Against Flooding?

Flooding occurs as a result of overflow of water from water bodies like a lake, river, or ocean, wherein the water escapes from its usual boundaries.

It may occur as a result of accumulation of rainwater on a saturated ground. In a river, flood may also occur when the water flow rate go beyond the capacity of the river channel.

It happens mainly at bends or meanders in the waterway. Flood often causes damage to homes and businesses.

If you want to protect your home from floods then you have to take some protective measures. You have to construct your house keeping in mind some safety parameters.

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Here are few precautions which can be taken before and during the flood-prone season. These precautions can protect your house and family from natural disasters.

1.       Roof Protection:

Leaky roof is very annoying. It can wet the floor and your furniture and can cause potential slips. You can speak to a roofing specialist who can insert rubber underlays under your roofing tiles or sheets.

This can serve as a waterproof barrier and can keep rain out.

2.       Fix leaks immediately:

Leaky roof and foundation crack allows water to get into your home. It can weaken the structure and provide a perfect habitat for mold.

When you observe wet spots on the ceiling or cracks in the foundation, fix them immediately. Check that roofing shingle is secure.

3.       Clear gutters and drains:

Choked gutters and water passages indicate that surplus rainwater cannot flow away freely. Keep gutters and drainage systems clean to carry water away from your home.

Check storm drains on your street. It is necessary because leaves and debris can block them and can cause water accumulation.

4.       Proper water flow:

You have to study the water flow patterns around your home. You can check whether the area seems to be clayey or it has large puddles of water.

This is an important thing to note and consider. In this way, before flooding has a chance you can plan accordingly.

5.       Close foundation cracks:

It can be done with mortar and masonry caulk or hydraulic cement. It expands and completely fills the gap and costs you only a few rupees.

Do not patch solely with mortar or cement as cracks develop again. Be sure to investigate other solutions for issues like wet basements in case water is a recurring problem.

6.       Flood insurance:

Most home insurance plans also do not cover floods. Sometimes you may require an added flood protection policy.

When you first move into your house and you came to know that your area is prone to flood, it can be a good idea to consider flood insurance.

Reason being, any damage caused by the disaster, is covered by your insurance company.

7.       Anchor your fuel tanks:

Unanchored tanks may rupture, float, and release fuel.

When the power sources of system units (furnaces and water heaters) get disabled and the units get cooled, you can also wrap them in waterproof tarps to minimize water damage.

8.       Install French drains:

A French drain can collect water in your yard and redirects it safely away from your house. Floods are a common challenge that many home owners may face at one time or another.

Therefore by creating good drainage system around your home, moving valuables out of water’s way and keeping your home in good repair, you can stop or eliminate potential flood damage.

9.       Prevent sewer backup:

You can also install septic line check valves or sewer, which let waste flow only one way. Plan to spend some money and install them.

You can otherwise do it by yourself and ensure that sewage can’t back up into the standing water in your home.

10.   Move expensive items to a safer location:

You can move all your expensive items to a safer location. If possible lift your water pumps and furnaces to a height of 12 inches above the highest known flood level for your area.

11.   Take action:

If heavy rains hit and flooding have not been avoided, do not get panic. Take an action. Bad flooding might mean there is water inside your house.

Immediately shut off your electricity from the main power source and shift all rugs, furniture and other valuables to higher levels to prevent electrocution and property damage.

12.   Flood evacuation plan:

Way before the flood, assemble a flood kit  i.e. flashlight, passport or ID proof, money, clothes, handy phone numbers and come to an agreement with your family with an emergency exit plan so that you can quickly grab what is required and head out before things get worse.

13.   Invest in a battery-powered sump pump:

This device pumps water out of your home and it can be an excellent defence against flooding unless they are powered by electricity and the power is out. Battery-powered sump pump is a reasonably priced solution.

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