Videos

Video explaining the process of elevating a home in flood-prone areas from LSU AgCenter.

Video from LSU AgCenter describing dry floodproofing and how to dry floodproof your home.

Video explaining processes of elevating homes on slabs and homes on piers/over a crawlspace from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining a design option for homes in the case of a flood that would negate the need for gutting the home post-flood. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining flood walls/levee construction practices and science from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining why having a strong roof is so important in hurricane zones and recommendations on how to construct a roof that will stand up to hurricane force winds from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining how to design bathrooms to be flood-friendly, or easily remedied to the original conditions post-flood.

Video giving guidelines on how to restore a home after a flood to prevent further issues. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video from LSU AgCenter explaining why and how some homeowners are elevating their homes above the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) to mitigate damage during flooding.

Video explaining raised-floor systems and some issues that can arrise with this type of construction. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining how to prepare a home for flood conditions using temporary panel closures recommended by LSU AgCenter.

Video overviewing how to make a home flood resistant, meaning that they can be quickly restored to their original condition after a natural disaster. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining how to construct a temporary sandbag wall to protect your home from floods. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining issues with backflow from drains and sewer lines and a discussion about different valve types used in water management practices from LSU AgCenter.

Video explaining the practicality behind the idea of wet floodproofing and its applications per LSU AgCenter guidelines.