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Flooding resources

Flooding is the single most common weather-related natural disaster. BBB has tips for individuals and businesses before and after flooding.

before a flood

Prepare your property and your exit

Flooding does not need a named storm to happen. Heavy rain, flash flooding and overwhelmed drainage can flood a property in almost any neighborhood.

Floodproof your home and business

Taking steps to prepare your home, business, and car for flood damage can save you large amounts of money when it comes time to assess the flooding's impact.

Flood-proof your home and business

Plan your evacuation

Taking steps to prepare your home, business, and car for flood damage can save you large amounts of money when it comes time to assess the flooding's impact.


Planning for an evacuation

Protect your business

Taking steps to prepare your home, business, and car for flood damage can save you large amounts of money when it comes time to assess the flooding's impact.

Protect your business from flooding

after a flood

Damage, mold, and claims

House flooded? Have mold?

When contemplating the cleanup of mold or water damage, verify the extent of the problem and contact a trustworthy water damage restoration company. Follow these BBB tips to protect yourself from mold growth after flooding.

BBB Tip: Dealing with mold

Avoid buying a flood damaged car

Flood damaged vehicles are often cleaned up and resold across state lines, sometimes with a washed title. Know what to check before you buy, especially in the months following a major flood event.

Tips to avoid buying flood damaged cars

Flood damage needs its own policy

Homeowners insurance generally does not cover flood damage

Homeowners insurance policies generally do not cover flood damage, so you'll need to purchase a flood policy separately. Flood insurance generally covers damage from water that was on the ground before entering your home, while homeowners insurance covers other kinds of water damage.

Read BBB's full guidance on buying flood insurance

avoid fraud

Scams that follow a storm

While many people seek to help during times of disaster, unfortunately there is also an increased risk for scams and fraud.

Report what you know

Help us investigate and warn others. Search for local scams happening in your area, and file a complaint if you suspect a business is taking advantage of consumers.