Flood

Identify which indoor items to raise or remove

  Indentify which indoor items you will raise or remove If you have adequate warning that your property could be inundated by floodwaters, you have a few options. Find out whether your ...

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Check your house insurance is adequate

  Check your house insurance is adequate and covers all types of flood damage. Many factors determine the risk of flood for your area, including floodplain shape, slope, and storage capacity. ...

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Move loose items to higher ground

  Move loose items in yard or on deck to higher ground Ideally any items in your yard such as outdoor furniture, boats, caravans, bikes, ornaments, pot plants, gas tanks, drums, market umbrellas, ...

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Check that all windows and doors close securely

  In order to prevent torrential rain entering and damaging your house, check that all external windows and doors close and lock properly. If you have to leave your home, because floodwaters threaten, ...

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Consider floor coverings resilient to floods

  Consider installing alternatives to carpet floor coverings, such as slate, terracotta or ceramic tiles with removable rugs. In most cases, acrylic, or wool floor carpets don't tolerate floodwater immersion. Carpets ...

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Use water-resilient building materials

  Because you live in a flood-prone area, investing in water resistant materials makes good sense. Whether you are renovating by choice or rebuilding after flood damage, consider retrofitting ...

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Install meter box and power points above ground

  Install electrical meter box and power points well above ground level Whether renovating or repairing, consider the location of your meter boxes, electrical switches and power points. ...

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Anchor water tanks to prevent floatation

  Anchor water tanks to ground to prevent floatation. Rainwater tanks are a great addition to any property and enable self-sufficiency and water security. A significant flood event could ...

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Reinforce garage walls with work benches

  Reinforce garage walls with work benches to prevent buckling. Your garage contains many valuable items that are essential for maintaining your home and property, not to mention your cars. Lawn ...

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Know how to turn off power, water and gas

  Know where and how to turn off mains power, water, gas and solar power. To enable fast action in an emergency, draw a map of your property and clearly mark the location of your electrical switchboard, ...

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