The SMART VENT BLOG

Hurricanes, winter storms and snowmelt are common (but often overlooked) causes of flooding & New land development can increase flood risk, especially if the construction changes natural runoff paths.

http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/pages/flood_facts.jsp

Just an inch of water can cause costly damage to your property & Flash floods often bring walls of water 10 to 20 feet high.

http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/pages/flood_facts.jsp

Floods and flash floods happen in all 50 states & Most homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage.

http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/pages/flood_facts.jsp

A car can easily be carried away by just two feet of floodwater.

http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/pages/flood_facts.jsp

When your community participates in the Community Rating System (CRS), you can qualify for an insurance premium discount of up to 45%. Read more about CRS Ratings by clicking here.