READY FOR SPRING??

Snow storm just rolled through the Midwest and has not even melted yet. And you may not be thinking of spring, but planning ahead is your best defense to flooding. Preparing for spring flooding now could have a huge impact on how successful your flood mitigation efforts are when spring arrives. At Big Bags USA, we understand the critical nature of flooding and the need to protect ourselves from it. 


 
Evaluate Your Level of Risk

While it's true that some areas of the country are more prone to flooding, no state is totally exempt from flooding. It can occur in several ways, by weather, snowmelt, or man-made structures failing, but is no less dangerous. With such an underlying risk, it's important to have flood preparation plans in place to mitigate damages and save lives should a flood occur.

Check Your Insurance Policy

Typical homeowner's insurance doesn't provide flood coverage. So, it's important that after you analyze your risk for flooding, that you review your insurance policies to ensure that you are protected in the event of a flooding catastrophe. Asking your local insurance agent can be greatly beneficial for establishing the right flood insurance policy for your needs

Take Inventory

This is the time of year when many people reflect on their past year and make resolutions for the future. it's also a time where many clean out clutter to start fresh. This makes for the prime opportunity to take a thorough inventory of your valuables. This way you have a documented list of everything that needs to be replaced. Which can be very handy when it comes time to file your insurance claim. Saving receipts for anything of major value is also recommended.

Do You Have an Emergency Plan?

When flooding occurs it rarely ever give you enough time to react. This is why be proactive and having proper flood mitigation plans in place is essential for protecting you and your home during a flood. The bare basic emergency plan should have designated evacuation routes and an emergency kit full of medicine, food, water, and other survival tools. Be sure to build a list of emergency contact information for your insurance agent, employer, and family.
Contact Big Bags USA.


At Big Bags USA, it is our mission to help you meet your flood preparedness needs and to provide you with the utmost in flood protection barriers. Our Big Bags barrier system has made the Top-10 Flood Barriers list and provides rapid flood protection at a reduced price and manpower required than other barrier systems on the market. If you're in need of assistance establishing a flood mitigation plan or protecting your community from flooding, we encourage you to contact us.

MADE IN THE USA ~ 100% Manufactured in Missouri ~ BUY AMERICAN  

If you have an immediate need for our systems or have any questions for us, please call us toll-free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.


ALWAYS READY TO HELP LOCAL, STATE, & FEDERAL AGENCIES ... BE PREPARED!

 

Location: Osage Beach, MO 65065, USA

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