Big Bags USA

When your community is faced with impending floods, trust Big Bags USA® for protection. Losses from floods can be minimized or prevented with the use of our rapid deployed flood barrier systems. Our fast, stress-free system replaces 750 traditional sandbags and can be setup and filled in place by just 2 men in less than 10 minutes. That's 200 times faster than regular sandbags! Our Flood Barrier Systems One flood barrier system is 36" wide, 15' long and 40" tall. Our systems can handle the highest demands at a fraction of the costs normally associated with rapid deployed systems. Not only are the systems easy to lengthen and stack, but they can form to all types of terrain without the need for trenching or leveling. They use just half the amount of sand used in a traditional sandbag wall built to the same height. The Big Bags USA® system is made with 6mm thick polypropylene, made with the highest UV resistant polymers available. They are field tested and prove...

While the majority of people have homeowners insurance, many fail to realize the importance of flood insurance. The same goes for business owners and their insurance. Flood insurance is a separate policy that only covers damage associated with flooding. Flooding can happen anywhere, whether you live near a body of water or inland. Keep reading to learn more about flood insurance and the risks of not having it. Flood Insurance Basics  As with any other insurance policy, it's important to know exactly what your policy covers. Many circumstances can cause water damage to your home, but only in the event of actual flooding leading to/causing other issues, will it be covered by flood insurance. Be sure to talk to your local agent to make sure you understand exactly what types of situations are covered and what ones aren't. Flood insurance rates don't differ from company to company; rates depend on the date and type of construction of your home, along with your area's ...

Investing in Big Bags USA® flood barrier systems for your community is one of the best things you can do to mitigate flood damages. In today's blog, we answer some of the most common questions we hear from prospective and current customers. 1. What is Big Bags USA®? Big Bags USA® is a flood barrier system made of 5 large polypropylene sandbags that opens like an accordion. It is 15 foot long and 40 inches tall. When open, they easily stand on their own ready to be filled by machinery such as skid steers or front-end loaders; you can even use a cement mixer with a slurry of sand and water. The systems can effectively be used most anywhere. The flexible design of no rigid bottom structure allows the Big Bags USA® sandbags to conform to any sub-surface, making a water-tight seal.   2. How Do You Fill the System? The equipment used depends on the location and kind of deployment you're doing. If you're deploying on the side of a roadway during a flood, a...

As we dive into the new year, we can expect some winter weather across the country. The 2017 Winter Outlook from The Weather Company shows that a weak La Niña may bring colder temperatures to the East and dry conditions to the South. However, this winter may end up warmer than average overall. Compared to last winter, we can expect more precipitation in the northern states and less in the South. Photo From: Weather.com La Niña and El Niño  Last year, El Niño was an important factor in the winter forecast, but this year there's a good chance of a weak La Niña playing a role. However, the warm northeastern Pacific sea surface temperatures, a lack of background blocking and lingering warmth from El Niño also need to be considered. In the last three winters in the central and eastern U.S., there has not been a high-latitude blocking, which locks in Arctic Air. This blocking is not expected this winter either. While we may experience a warmer-than-average winter, there will s...