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Using Our Flood Barriers at Your Construction Site!

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When people think of the Big Bags USA® brand, they typically think of   flood barriers   or flood preparedness and mitigation plans. And while that is a large part of Big Bag USA, our barriers also function just as well as providing innovative solutions to the common needs of construction job sites. We're here today to provide some insight into the Big Bags USA system and how our bags work wonders as   construction barriers . Read on to learn more about these game-changing barrier systems. Why Use Our Construction Barrier Systems?  Big Bags USA construction barriers are rated for over 2,200 hours of direct sunlight. Our sand-filled demonstration barriers displayed outside of the factory remain uncompromised after 10 years of exposure to the elements. The heavy-duty construction, combined with the best UV protection available, allows the bags to reused on multiple cofferdam projects. All contractors with excavators, front end loaders, and cranes should consider contac...

Our Rapidly Deployed Flood System

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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 . We're here today to tell you all about our rapidly deploying flood barriers. Rapid Deployment Big Bags USA protective flood barrier systems 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 ...

Problems We Can Help Solve

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When it comes to flood diversion, we are the experts! Our flood barrier system can help solve a lot of water diversion solutions, and there are many benefits of diverting water, whether permanent or temporary. Whether your issue is caused by mother nature or stems from a man-made change,  Big Bags USA  is here to help protect your land! Used by construction companies, farmers, municipalities, and many more agencies, our  flood barrier sandbags  are trusted by many to divert water and protect property. Learn just a few of the common problems our system can solve: 1. Approaching Flood Waters A fast and simple solution for containment and deferment of flood water. Help prevent disaster with the help of our large sandbags.  2. Raising Water Over Levee In the event of possible levee over topping, Big Bags USA flood barrier system can easily add up to an additional 6ft. Add to the height of your levee to best protect the land on the other side of your levee.  3. ...

What You Should Avoid Doing During & After a Flood

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There are hundreds of floods that happen annually across the US. They cause millions of dollars in damage and are one of the most common forms of disaster - while also being some of the most destructive. We may not be able to stop Mother Nature from sending floods, but we can prepare for them to the best of our abilities. The first way to prepare is by stocking up on the best flood barriers on the market. But the second way to prepare is to know what to do and NOT do after a flood has happened. Here are seven things you should NOT do after a flood, and some of them might surprise you. Ignoring the Flood Stage Warnings Even if you don’t live in a direct flood plane, 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’ll want to know what’s happening during the storms. Driving or Wading Through Floodw...

Common Flood Barrier FAQ’s - ANSWERED!

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Did you know we will deploy our flood barrier systems at any time, even on holidays such as the 4th of July?! We are here for you at any time a flooding crisis arises. This is one of the many reasons why we are ranked one as one of the top flood barrier systems!  We wanted to also answer other common frequently asked questions for our customers, in the blog below. The Big Bags USA® Flood Barrier was specifically designed to simplify the process of  deploying and managing flood barrier systems . With the amount of flood risk present in many communities, businesses, and homes, you need to be prepared and informed on how to properly mitigate floodwaters. Floodwaters cannot be stopped, but if adequately prepared you can redirect them depending on the flood mitigation systems you have in place. If this is your first time hearing about Big Bags USA®, let us spend some time educating you on the  best flood barrier and mitigation systems  on the market. Continue reading ou...