Protect And Prepare Your Scottsdale Home For Flooding

6/15/2022 (Permalink)

Monsoon season is officially here!

According to the NOAA.gov (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), the Southwestern region of the United States’ monsoon season officially begins today, June 15^th through September 30^th. Monsoon storms typically don’t arrive until late June or early July, but these storms are always welcomed as Scottsdale residents face scorching temperatures during the hot summer months. As Scottsdale residents anxiously await for monsoon storms to arrive, here are some tips on what to do to protect your home from flooding.

Protect Your Home

• Inspect your home’s drainage system to ensure that it’s clean and clear of any blockages and that it is working properly.
• If your property is prone to flooding, have some sandbags on hand just in case as it can serve as a flood barrier.
• Maintain the landscaping in your yard so that the water flows away from your home and doesn’t pool in your yard.
• If you have a drywell in your home, be sure to inspect it and make sure it is clean and clear of any clogs.
• Review your home’s insurance policy and make sure you have flood insurance, especially if you are in an area that is prone to flooding.