Water Between the Flood protection and the Door? Here’s What to Expect

We receive a lot of great questions from homeowners looking to secure their properties, and one of the most common is: "What about the water that goes between the flood protection and the door or window?"

First and foremost, FlowStop is specifically designed to create a very tight, pressurized seal against your door or window frame. This robust barrier acts as your primary line of defense, effectively blocking rising floodwaters from coming into your home and keeping it dry. By creating a high-pressure seal within the framed opening, FlowStop minimizes the risk of water passing through.

Handling Extreme Sideways Rain

While the pressurized seal is highly effective against rising water, hurricane-force storms can be unpredictable. In extreme cases involving intense, sideways driving rain, some water could potentially find a way in between the barrier and your door.

If this happens, the amount of water that gets trapped in this space is usually marginal but would indeed make it through. However, it is a very small volume compared to what a storm surge would bring, and there are several highly effective ways to minimize and manage it so your property remains fully protected.

Tailored Solutions for Your Home

Every home is different, which is why our flood experts are here to walk you through the best techniques for your specific setup. In situations where sideways rain or wall seepage is a major concern, we offer custom-tailored solutions to give you that extra layer of protection and prevent water from getting through. For example, applying a simple waterproof tarpaulin across the face of the barrier and doorframe can effectively deflect driving rain away. Alternatively, combining FlowStop with solutions like StormArmour, which actively blocks water intrusion through sliding glass door tracks, can fortify vulnerable access points.

Our team can also suggest reliable pump options to easily manage any residual water that might get trapped, giving you complete peace of mind during a severe storm. We are here to help you build a comprehensive defense strategy that leaves nothing to chance!

For more information, to chat with one of our experts about your specific setup, or to schedule a 15mins call, contact us or call (305) 340-2245!