Flood Vents
SmartVent® Foundation and Crawl Space Flood Vent Contractor Near Post Falls, Coeur D'Alene, Spokane, And Neighboring Areas!
Lower your flood insurance expenses and safeguard your foundation against flood-related harm
- Reduce your flood insurance costs while shielding your foundation from flood-related damage
- The new legislation promotes Program financial stability by removing certain artificially low rates and discounts
- Over time, subsidized rates for certain property classes will be phased out, commencing in late 2013
- FEMA can aid communities in reducing flood risk and lowering flood insurance premiums
- These adjustments will result in premium rate increases for some policyholders gradually, but not for all
Flood vents, as depicted on the right, can prevent significant foundation damage by permitting floodwaters to flow through foundation walls instead of exerting pressure against them. In the event of a flood, it’s more effective to equalize water pressure than to resist it.
Superstorm Sandy heightened awareness of the destructive potential of flooding, particularly in coastal regions. With meteorologists forecasting a rise in extreme weather events, safeguarding your home from flood damage is prudent.
Installing SmartVent® Flood Vents can mitigate severe foundation damage caused by floodwaters and may substantially reduce your flood insurance premium. Homeowners who installed flood vents and saw their premiums decrease experienced an average savings of 83% on their flood insurance policies.
In the event of a flood, SmartVent® Flood Vents automatically open to equalize water pressure
Flood vents are required in foundations built below Base Flood Elevation (BFE) in a flood zone.
During a storm surge, floodwaters exert immense pressure against foundation walls, potentially leading to collapse or cave-in.
Once compromised, the entire house becomes vulnerable to further damage.
The optimal approach to mitigate this threat is to facilitate water pressure equalization inside and outside the foundation by creating a pathway through foundation walls.
SmartVent® Flood Vents excel at this crucial task, helping to safeguard homes during floods.
Upon floodwater contact, the SmartVent® Flood Vent employs an internal float mechanism to unlatch the door, enabling it to pivot open. Unlike screened vents prone to debris accumulation hindering water movement, the Flood Vent offers an unobstructed, debris-free opening for seamless floodwater flow. The vent remains open as long as the water level reaches the vent opening.
SmartVent® Specs
- Each vent safeguards 200 square feet of enclosed area.
- The mounting flange facilitates quick and easy installation.
- Available in five different finishes to match house colors.
- Made in America.
- The 8-inch by 16-inch vent size matches standard crawl space vent openings.
- Flood vent models are available for installation in garage doors, wood-framed walls, and other locations.
SmartVent® Benefits
- Ideal for both new construction and retrofit projects.
- Options are available for both vented and sealed crawl spaces.
- Flood vents designed for sealed crawl spaces come equipped with insulation and weather stripping to improve energy efficiency.
- Compliant with building codes, FEMA, and National Flood Insurance Program standards.
- Constructed from stainless steel to withstand corrosion.
SmartVent® Flood Vents are available in two styles
Insulated flood vents excel in scenarios like sealed crawl spaces and insulated walls, where flood protection is necessary while ventilation isn’t. Featuring a vent door crafted from rigid foam insulation encased in a tough 316 marine-grade stainless steel skin, this design ensures durability. When in the “closed” position, weather stripping seals off the crawl space from exterior air.
Alternatively, SmartVent® Flood Vents offer another option, integrating operable louvers for controlled ventilation. These louvers automatically adjust based on outdoor temperature, ensuring optimal airflow. Crafted from the same durable 316 marine-grade stainless steel for longevity and resistance to corrosion, SmartVent® Flood Vents provide reliable performance.
Incorporate SmartVent® Flood Vents into foundation walls and various other settings:
- Crawl space & basement walls
- Garage walls and overhead doors
- Enclosed walls in breakaway foundations
Ensure your flood protection strategy is reliable, secure, and intelligent. Reach out today to schedule a complimentary foundation inspection and receive an estimate for SmartVent® Flood Vent installation. Dial 1-208-457-8585 now.
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