Spring weather often exacerbates flooding as a result of rainstorms and snowmelt. This year, the U.S. Midwest has been hit particularly hard.
Three months ago, the area was suffering from drought conditions that had lasted through the summer. Today, heavy rainfall, as much as eight inches a week in some areas, has led to rivers overflowing their banks.
Here’s a report from CBS News on the flooding:
Whether your home is subject to annual spring flooding or not, flood vents can be a great way to protect your home from structural damage should flooding occur. Flood vents allow floodwater to flow through your home rather than around it, and this helps equalize water forces between the inside and outside of your home. As a result, your home’s structural integrity is less likely to be compromised.
At Flood Solutions, we’ve been designing and manufacturing flood vents for years. All our flood vents are FEMA compliant and made of extruded or cast aluminum, guaranteed not to rust or rot. For more information about installing FEMA compliant flood vents in your home, contact Flood Solutions.
