Flood Protection FAQs | Flood Barrier Pros
Get answers to common questions about flood barriers, installation, and protection in Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
Salt aerosols and dissimilar-metal contact create galvanic corrosion. Using 316 stainless hardware and nylon washers isolates metals and extends service life.
Rinse hardware monthly, apply marine anti-seize to bolts, and re-grease clamps yearly. Coat exposed fasteners with clear lanolin spray.
Light surface rust can be brushed off; deep pitting > 10 % diameter loss requires replacement. Document replacements in maintenance log.
Yes if all original components remain intact. Mixing carbon-steel anchors voids warranty per clause 7.2 of our maintenance guide.
Zinc-nickel electroplate for inland, duplex epoxy + polyurethane for coastal. Compatible with anchors on anchor-bolt requirements.