Preparing for a flood

Is your home at risk?

Within the last few months of 2009, the UK had experienced widespread storms producing gale force winds, torrential down pours and localised flooding in both coastal and inshore locations. The summer floods of 2007, contributed toward making 2007, the wettest year since records began. Therefore, most people living and working in the UK will need to develop a greater understanding of how to cope with the potential risk of severe storms and floods. All homeowners should be aware of how adverse weather might affect them, their loved ones and their property.

It's important to make a preliminary assessment of whether your home is at risk of flooding, and if so, to what extent.

Risk assessment
Discover if you live in a high risk location.

How water gets into your home
Water can find its way into your home through lots of different ways.

Be prepared
Don't wait for a flood to happen.

How to stop water entering your property
Protect your home in a variety of ways.

Reducing the damage
Measures to follow if your home remains vulnerable.