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Flooding is a dangerous event that can happen without warning, making it essential that you have flood preparation plans in place before the threat arises. Keeping this in mind,  Big Bags USA  developed a rapid deployment barrier system that is suited to  deploy at record speeds with minimal manpower.  Providing communities prone to flooding with a reliable source of flood mitigation. Rapid Deployment Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system s are ground conforming and therefore have the ability to be deployed on terrain that is uneven or unleveled with negligible preparations. The protective flood barrier system is well suited for corner and curved deployments. The systems are stackable directly on top of each other two systems tall, for higher stacking the pyramid method is advised. In environments that are unreachable with standard equipment, Big Bags USA flood barrier systems are liftable for safe and effective deployment using our spreader bar. Necessary equ...

Investing in a   flood barrier system   is an important decision. You want to ensure you've found the right product for all of your   flood protection   needs. Here at   Big Bags USA , know our system is the right for your business's specific needs. You may still have a few questions about our flood barrier system. See some FAQ's we answered below: Where can the Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system effectively be used? The systems can effectively be used almost 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.  Thus, wherever a protective flood barrier is needed, on tops of levees, in the streets, surrounding a building, on sides of hills, or over sewers, Big Bags USA sandbags can adapt to the topography. Can Big Bags USA be placed on top of levees?  Yes, for every layer you will go up, you would want an extra layer on the bottom, similar to a py...

F looding can cause a considerable amount of damage and affect millions of people worldwide. We may not be able to prevent flooding, but we can prepare for the worst to save your business. The most successful way to prepare is by stocking up on the  best flood barriers on the market.  The second best way to prepare is to understand what to do and what NOT to do after a flood has occurred.  Ignoring the Flood Stage Warnings Even if you don’t live in a direct flood plain, knowing what is happening to the areas around you can be incredibly important. In many cases, flooding can reach the neighboring communities well before the flood has reached its peak. If you even live close to a river or body of water, you will want to know what is happening during the storms. Using Electricity While most people know it is not a good idea to mix electricity and water, sometimes it is hard to tell if a line is dead. Do not stand in water and attempt to remove electrical wires. Even if you ...

At Big Bags USA, we specialize in flood barriers for areas all around the country. We have gone to many numerous locations to help communities set them up, and prepare for the impending disaster. While our  flood barriers  can stand on their own, having some accessories can certainly make the process faster and/or easier for your team. If you are planning on using Big Bags USA flood barriers to protect your home, business, or community from the next flood incident, here is a quick overview of our additional products - if you need them, now is a great time to stock up. First: Meet Our Flood Barriers Before we get into the accessories, we wanted to give you a brief overview of our flood barrier systems. They are a five bag polypropylene flood barrier system. A single system measures 15 feet in length, by 36 inches wide, and 40 inches high. A single person can carry, place, and deploy the system in a few minutes. The system boasts a 10 mil impermeable water-side coupled with the ...

  Unexpected floods can be caused by snow, excessive rain, thunderstorms, and many other natural causes. It can quickly happen and catch your business by surprise. It is important to keep in mind a few key flood control practices to keep you and your business as safe as possible. No building is completely waterproof, so it is necessary to have your ducks in a row if you are in a flood zone. Be sure to stock up on  Big Bags USA flood-control systems.  There are a variety of flood control products offered based on the nature of the flood. We will deploy based on your needs with a quick call to  Bigs Bags USA . Read on for a checklist of actions to take if your business or building floods. 1)  Shut Down all Utilities . Immediately turn off electricity and gas lines to your building. Also, shut off the water. If you are unsure where these are located, call your service provider.  2)  Contact Your Insurance . You should call your insurance company right awa...

While Big Bags USA is known for our flood barrier and flood control systems, our  sandbags  work well as  construction barriers , serving as an essential tool that construction companies can utilize to increase productivity, save money, and efficiently  dewater a project site . The Big Bags barrier system is also a state of the art  water diversion  tool that can offer assistance to government municipalities in need of flood control systems. If your company or municipality is in need of innovative solutions to dewatering or floodwater control, read on to learn more about our barrier systems!  Dewatering Made Simple Big Bags USA heavy-duty  construction barriers  provide a re-usable alternative to sheet pile cofferdams, sandbag barriers, water barriers, single FIBC bags, super sacks, and aqua dams. One system (comprised of 5 individual bags connected to one another) is 15’ long, 36” wide, and 40” tall. One, five bag system, can be placed ...

Floodwaters can't be stopped, but they can be diverted. This is where BIG BAGS USA® comes in. We have engineered the   best protective flood barrier systems on the market   today and our team of highly skilled technicians is available at a moment's notice to help you prepare for flooding in your area. Wonder why we are the best in the business? Well continue reading our blog and we'll lay out why BIG BAGS USA® should be your trusted source for  flood barrier and mitigation systems in the US . About our Barrier Systems BIG BAGS USA® protective flood barrier systems consist of five, one-cubic-yard sandbags. The dimensions of the system are 40” in height, 36” in width, and 180” in length. The lightweight expandable accordion-like, sandbags flood barrier enables one laborer to easily move the systems into position while using a minimum of storage. Every individual one cubic yard sandbag is comprised of a woven high strength Polypropylene. Our polypropylene sandbags ...