Houses are now built on land which would previously allowed water drainage. The Association Of British Insurers is increasingly worried about such change, especially with Government plans for a further 3 million homes to be added to the housing stock. And not only is flooding likely to happen more frequently, but the effects could be worse. For the homeowner this may have serious effects. If your home is built on a floodplain, the cost of insuring the bricks and mortar could become astronomical.
Increased water has many immediate effects in the event of flooding.
Carpets, walls and belongings become saturated and useless and serious damage can be inflicted onto the foundations of a property. Floodwater is dirty and can be dangerous to the health if not dealt with properly. It is quite likely that temporary flood defence may become a common feature in garden shed. The type of protection available includes installing watertight door and window guards. These are temporary measures that can be fitted within seconds of a flood warning.