Top Alternatives to Using Sandbags

4/5/2022 (Permalink)

Inflatable flood dams are interesting because they use water to prevent flooding.

When you expect a flood in Lafayette, LA, you might automatically think of using a sand bag to stop floodwaters from creeping into your business. This might not be your best solution, but there are plenty of alternatives.

Why Seek an Alternative?

Sandbags have many issues when it comes to preventing water from creeping in and the need for water damage remediation. Some of these issues are:

• Weight
  
• Difficulty storing
  
• May become environmental hazards
  
  

When you use them for flood prevention, storage, setup and disposal are all cumbersome. They also are not the best way to prevent flood damage.

Transportable Flood Fence

These barriers keep the water out by encircling whatever you need to be protected. You can encircle your entire business if you need to. They are harder to prepare than the more traditional sand bag. Unfortunately, this solution is not practical if you have a small area like a doorway or your business is part of a strip complex. They also can be fairly costly.

Poly Tube Flood Barriers

These work on a similar concept as sandbags do. They consist of a long tube that can be filled with any heavy substance, including sand. You then stretch the tube across something as small as a doorway or as large as a bay door. This is a type of dam that can be lengthened or shortened to suit your needs. You just fill it as high as you need it and then put it into place. The only problem comes in when it is at full length. It can be difficult to move on your own.

Inflatable Dams

Inflatable flood dams are interesting because they use water to prevent flooding. You lay it out and fill it up. Unfortunately, this type can be cost-prohibitive if you are trying to cover a large area. Still, if you have a large area that floods frequently, it might just be worth it.
Consider these solutions to protect yourself. You don't need the hassle of filling a sandbag to prevent floodwaters from entering your business.