Installing a self-floating water barrier

Climate change is causing increasingly heavy rainfall. These heavy downpours also increase the risk of flooding. This may require measures to better protect your home against flooding. Installing a self-floating flood barrier in front of a doorway prevents water from flowing in.

What is a self-floating bulkhead?

A self-floating water barrier closes off passages such as doors and prevents water from flowing in. A self-floating barrier is a permanent fixture in your home. You do not need to install a self-floating barrier manually. It rises automatically when it comes into contact with flowing water. This prevents flooding even when you are not at home.

Costs

The construction of a self-floating bulkhead costs approximately €6,000 per meter.

Use of space

It makes sense if water enters your home through the front or back door, the cuckoo, a door, or other opening on the ground floor, the basement, or the garage under the house.

Maintenance

A self-floating bulkhead requires regular maintenance to ensure that it functions properly during flooding.

What do you need?

An installer specializing in the construction of self-floating flood barriers.

Tips

Ensure that the self-floating bulkhead can move freely at the moment of flooding. An obstructed or blocked bulkhead cannot rise.