How to Safeguard Your Home Against Flood Damage
Floods are one of the most common and costly natural disasters in the United States. According to the National Flood Insurance Program, floods cause an average of $6 billion in damage each year.
There are several things you can do to safeguard your home against flood damage.
Elevate your home. If you live in a floodplain, consider elevating your home. This will help to protect your home from floodwaters.
Install a sump pump. A sump pump will help to remove water from your basement or crawlspace if it floods.
Seal your windows and doors. Make sure your windows and doors are properly sealed to help keep water out.
These are just a few of the things you can do to safeguard your home against flood damage. For more information, please visit the following links:
https://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/pages/about/preventing_damage.jsp
https://www.ready.gov/floods
https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/20130726-1555-25045-0160/protect_your_property_from_flood_damage.pdf