If you live in an area that is prone to flooding, you might consider adding a garage flood vent to your property to provide protection from floodwater. Residential garage flood vents allow water to flow out of garages in the event of a heavy storm or severe flooding. Adding residential garage flood vents can be a simple and cost-effective way to reduce the risks of water damage caused to your home, vehicles, or anything else you store in your garage.
How They Operate
Residential garage flood vents operate automatically as floodwaters rise to a specific level around your garage and property. Once the floodwater has reached this level, the vent will automatically open and allow the water to flow through to equalize the water pressure in and outside the garage. The vents will then open again to let the water out of the garage to prevent any standing water from damaging the inside of the garage.
Additional Benefits
In addition to the obvious benefit of protecting your garage from water damage, residential garage flood vents can offer a few other key advantages. For instance, they can effectively protect the foundation of your home by relieving the floodwater pressure on your foundation during a flood. You might also enjoy lower insurance premiums when you mention you had these vents in place as an extra preventative measure during a flood.
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