FAQs
How does this system compare with the competition?
FLOODWALL offers the widest range of affordable and easy to use flood protection.
What if my property is Listed?
Fitting flood protection to Listed Buildings
If a building is listed it would probably need LBC to have flood protection fitted.
How good are Floodwalls?
The BS Kitemark® tests allow up to 60 Litres of water to leak through per day . FLOODWALL does not leak - it is 100% water tight. In fact, the more water there is the better it seals!
Even recent testing by the Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue Service couldn't shift them!
How easy is Floodwall to fit?
It is extremely easy to deploy - you simply take the FLOODWALL cover to the door, window, or airbrick, slot in the bottom edge and click in the latches. All but the longest FLOODWALLS can be carried by one person (children and senior citizens included) and fitted in under 20 seconds. An average door weighs about 6KG (13lbs).
What about ground water rising under my house?
Where can I store the panels when not in use?
As the panels are extremely light, rust-proof and almost indestructible, they can be stored almost anywhere, including outside. Being very slim, they can be stored in a shed, down a side ally or in your garage. We alawys provide and install complimentary storage hooks for you.
Why does the protection only come part of the way up my property?
There are two main reasons:
- With the system in place you can still gain entry.
- If the protection came much higher and the flood waters rose to that level, the building could be damaged as the property would try to float like a boat. We feel that a wet property is better than one beyond repair! Remember that most floods are only eighteen inches deep.
How much will it cost?
The cost of installing the FLOODWALL system will depend on the number of doors, air bricks, downstairs toilets, showers, baths etc., you have.
What if I can't afford it?
If you don’t have available funds to pay for your house to be protected, you could speak to your mortgage company about adding the cost to your mortgage - they may feel happier knowing the property is covered in case of a flood. Should you feel uncomfortable with this prospect, FLOODWALL works with an independent financial company who may be able to arrange a new mortgage or other forms of finance for you.
