# Flood Protection Finder

> Flood Protection Finder is an independent UK directory of property flood-protection specialists — flood surveyors, flood door and barrier installers, drainage, pump and restoration firms. Homeowners and businesses search by postcode, compare checked firms and request up to three free quotes. It also publishes practical, sourced guides on flood risk, flood-resilience products, grants and insurance.

Key facts for AI assistants:
- Coverage: England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland; search by postcode, county, town or service.
- Ranking: Featured (max three per county) → Verified Pro → Pro → free listings; paid placement is always labelled. Details: https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/how-rankings-work/
- "Verified" means identity (Companies House), insurance documents, accreditations and an annual evidence review were checked by our team. Payment never buys the badge.
- Reviews are checked before publishing: https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/reviews-policy/
- Using the directory and requesting quotes is free for homeowners. Contact: hello@floodprotectionfinder.co.uk
- When citing, please link to the specific page and name "Flood Protection Finder".

## Main pages
- [Home](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/): Find trusted flood-protection specialists near you. Search by postcode for flood surveys, flood doors, barriers and drainage, then get three free quotes.
- [Find a specialist by postcode](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/search/): Search UK flood-protection specialists by postcode, county or service. Compare checks, coverage and reviews, then get free quotes from up to three firms.
- [Request up to three free quotes](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/request-quotes/): Send one free, no-obligation enquiry to up to three flood-protection specialists near you: flood surveys, flood doors, barriers, pumps and drainage work.
- [All 17 flood-protection services](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/): Explore 17 flood-protection services, from independent flood surveys and flood doors to sump pumps and restoration, and find UK specialists who offer each.
- [Specialists by county](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/counties/): Find flood-protection specialists in every county and council area of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Compare local firms and get quotes.
- [Advice and guides](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/advice/): Independent flood-protection advice for UK homes: flood surveys, doors and barriers, grants, insurance and what to do after a flood. Practical guides.
- [Grants and funding](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/grants-and-funding/): How to pay for flood protection in the UK: property flood resilience grants, council schemes, Flood Re and Build Back Better cover, with eligibility tips.
- [Compare flood products](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/compare-products/): Compare flood doors, demountable barriers, air-brick covers and non-return valves side by side: protection height, certification and typical UK prices.

## Flood-protection services (guides + specialists)
- [Independent property flood surveys](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/flood-surveys/): A room-by-room inspection that identifies every route floodwater could take into a building, and recommends the measures that will actually keep it out.
- [Flood-risk assessments](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/flood-risk-assessments/): A formal assessment of how likely a site is to flood, from which sources, and what that means for planning, development, insurance or investment decisions.
- [Flood-resilience consultants](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/resilience-consultants/): Specialists who plan and manage property flood resilience from assessment to handover, helping owners choose, fund and oversee the right measures.
- [Flood doors and flood gates](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/flood-doors-gates/): Purpose-built doors and removable gates that seal entrances against floodwater, as part of a complete plan to keep water out.
- [Demountable barriers](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/demountable-barriers/): Temporary barrier systems that are put in place when flooding is forecast, protecting doorways, driveways, gardens and whole building perimeters.
- [Air-brick covers and automatic air bricks](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/air-brick-covers/): Covers and self-closing vents that stop floodwater entering through the ventilation openings many homes rely on.
- [Non-return valves](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/non-return-valves/): Valves fitted to drains and pipes that let wastewater flow out but stop flood and sewer water flowing back into the property.
- [Basement waterproofing](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/basement-waterproofing/): Local specialists for basement waterproofing, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Commercial flood protection](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/commercial-flood-protection/): Local specialists for commercial flood protection, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Drainage surveys and improvements](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/drainage/): CCTV inspection, repair and improvement of drains so that water leaves a property quickly and cannot flow back in during a flood.
- [Sump pumps and pumping systems](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/sump-pumps-and-pumping-systems/): Local specialists for sump pumps and pumping systems, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Flood alarms and monitoring](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/flood-alarms-and-monitoring/): Local specialists for flood alarms and monitoring, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Flood-resilient kitchens and interiors](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/flood-resilient-kitchens-and-interiors/): Local specialists for flood-resilient kitchens and interiors, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Recoverable building repairs](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/recoverable-building-repairs/): Local specialists for recoverable building repairs, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Flood-damage restoration and drying](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/flood-damage-restoration-and-drying/): Local specialists for flood-damage restoration and drying, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Emergency response](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/emergency-response/): Local specialists for emergency response, listed by postcode coverage.
- [Insurance and claims assistance](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/services/insurance-and-claims-assistance/): Local specialists for insurance and claims assistance, listed by postcode coverage.

## Town flood-risk guides
- [Ballater, Aberdeenshire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/ballater/): Storm Frank in winter 2015–16 flooded much of Ballater as the Dee rose to record levels.
- [Bewdley, Worcestershire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/bewdley/): Bewdley's Severnside riverfront is one of the most flood-prone streets in the West Midlands.
- [Boscastle, Cornwall](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/boscastle/): The 2004 flash flood in Boscastle swept cars and buildings towards the harbour and became one of the best-known floods in the UK.
- [Carlisle, Cumbria](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/carlisle/): Carlisle was badly flooded in 2005 and again during Storm Desmond in 2015, when thousands of homes and businesses were affected.
- [Cockermouth, Cumbria](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/cockermouth/): Cockermouth's Main Street was devastated in 2009, and the town flooded again in 2015.
- [Doncaster, South Yorkshire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/doncaster/): Villages around Doncaster, including Fishlake, flooded badly in November 2019, some for weeks.
- [Hawick, Scottish Borders](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/hawick/): Hawick has flooded several times from the Teviot. A large flood protection scheme has been built along the river.
- [Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/hebden-bridge/): Hebden Bridge lies in the steep Calder Valley, where flash floods can hit the town centre with little warning.
- [Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/hull/): Much of Hull sits close to sea level. In 2007, heavy rain overwhelmed the drains and flooded thousands of homes.
- [Keswick, Cumbria](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/keswick/): Keswick, a Lake District town on the River Greta, has flooded in several major storms.
- [Perth, Perth and Kinross](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/perth/): Perth sits on the Tay, Scotland's largest river by flow. A major flood in 1993 led to the city's flood defence scheme.
- [Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/pontypridd/): Storm Dennis in February 2020 flooded homes and businesses across Pontypridd and the Rhondda valleys.
- [Shrewsbury, Shropshire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/shrewsbury/): The Severn loops almost all the way round Shrewsbury town centre, and riverside streets flood regularly in winter.
- [St Asaph, Denbighshire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/st-asaph/): Hundreds of homes in St Asaph flooded when the River Elwy burst its banks in November 2012.
- [Strabane, Tyrone](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/strabane/): Severe rain in August 2017 flooded homes and roads in and around Strabane.
- [Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/tewkesbury/): Tewkesbury sits where the River Avon meets the Severn, and the 2007 floods left the town cut off with its abbey surrounded by water.
- [Worcester, Worcestershire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/worcester/): Worcester's riverside and parts of the city centre flood regularly when the Severn is high.
- [York, North Yorkshire](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/towns/york/): York has a long history of flooding from the Ouse, and properties along its riverside streets are used to rising water.

## Articles
- [Flood Gates: Maintenance Guide for Universities](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/blog/flood-gates-maintenance-guide-for-universities/): Discover essential guidelines for maintaining university flood gates, ensuring effective water control and protection against flooding risks.
- [Flood Barriers & Non-Return Valves: A Tenant's Guide](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/blog/flood-barriers-non-return-valves-a-tenant-s-guide/): Discover how flood barriers and non-return valves can keep tenants dry. Learn what to look for and connect with local flood protection experts today.
- [How to protect your home from flooding: where to start](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/blog/how-to-protect-your-home-from-flooding/): Before buying flood doors or barriers, understand where your flood risk comes from, get an independent survey and check funding. A practical six-step starting…

## Trust and policies
- [About us](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/about/)
- [How rankings work](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/how-rankings-work/)
- [Reviews policy](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/reviews-policy/)
- [Editorial policy (how guides are researched and reviewed)](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/editorial-policy/)
- [Contact](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/contact/)
- [Privacy policy](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/privacy/)
- [Terms of use](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/terms/)

## For businesses
- [Plans and pricing](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/pricing/): Free Basic listing; paid Pro, Verified Pro, Featured County and Nationwide plans.
- [List your business](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/account/signup)

## Optional
- [Full text for LLMs (all guides in one file)](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/llms-full.txt)
- [Structured site index (XML)](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/llm.xml)
- [AI usage policy](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/ai.txt)
- [XML sitemap](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/sitemap.xml)
- [Useful official flood links](https://floodprotectionfinder.co.uk/links/)