Christmas is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and spreading joy. However, for homeowners in flood prone areas it can also be a time of anxiety as heavy rains and winter storms increase the risk of flooding. Over five million properties in the UK are at risk of flooding, with flood damage costs reaching a staggering 1.1 billion pounds annually. To ensure that your holiday season remains merry and bright, it’s necessary to have robust flood defences in place. One of the most effective solutions is flood fencing, and we can provide installation of this for your premises here at Stormguard Floodplan. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of flood fencing for protecting your home during the Christmas season and beyond.
Flood fencing is a powerful flood defence system that combines sturdy PVC fencing with patented flood seals. The PVC boards and posts offer substantial protection against the lateral force generated by floodwaters. They are installed by being dug into the ground, ensuring maximum strength. The boards are then sealed with watertight insulation to prevent water from seeping through gaps in the fencing. Tests have shown that this system is highly resilient, capable of withstanding floodwaters up to 1.8 meters in height.
When you invest in flood fencing, you’re investing in the long term protection of your home. This system comes with a 10 year guarantee, assuring you that it will remain as effective as the day it was installed. Even exposure to floodwaters won’t deteriorate the fencing. It’s designed to be a low-maintenance solution.
Flood fencing doesn’t just offer protection, it also enhances the aesthetic appeal of your property. You can choose from a range of colours to complement your outdoor surroundings and the masonry of surrounding buildings, ensuring that your flood defence system blends seamlessly with your home’s appearance.
Flood fencing isn’t just for residential use. It’s equally valuable for commercial properties. The system can be easily deployed when required, minimising the need for extensive storage space compared to sandbags. This makes flood defence for commercial properties more efficient and convenient.
To learn more about our flood fencing, as well as our other flood defence systems, contact us today on 01260 289 089, or email info@floodplan.co.uk.