Flood Protection FAQs | Flood Barrier Pros
Get answers to common questions about flood barriers, installation, and protection in Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stormwater carries silt and salts that degrade sealant bonds. Resealing restores watertight integrity and prevents micro-leakage on next deployment.
Clean joints with solvent, remove debris, dry 24 hrs, then apply marine polyurethane. Cure ≥ 48 hrs before reinstalling panels. See flood-panel repair.
No. Old sealant loses elasticity. Always scrape to bare metal before new application.
Hydrostatic test 6 in water column for 10 min; check for seepage lines. Document per FEMA TB-3 Appendix D.
After 48 hrs cure at 70 °F. Faster only with moisture-cure sealants rated for submerged service.
Yes—annual service includes cleaning, resealing, gasket check, and anchor torque verification across all Florida coastal regions.