Flash flooding is a major problem for inner city properties, according to UK Flood Barriers.

Frank Kelly, chief executive of UK Flood Barriers, explained that flash flooding is a serious issue because it can "overwhelm" drainage systems.

However, homeowners can make their property secure relatively easily and without much cost, he expanded.

"An average property costs around £3,500 to protect," Mr Kelly said.

"If you protect your property and there's one flood event it's paid for itself – the average cost for a reinstatement is around £70,000 and that will take anything between six months and a year."

Flooding is a serious issue now Mr Kelly went on to say, especially on construction sites for new homes. Politicians are even considering amending legislation in building rent.

"When it comes to buying a property, all the information is there on the website – if a property floods, legally the solicitor have an obligation to tell people," he concluded.

Another precautionary step homeowners can take ahead of heavy rain is to relocate expensive belongings to a self storage unit.

Posted by Paul Governor

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