Flooding on your property is expensive and destructive. Flooding is the #1 natural disaster that causes more deaths and loss of property than any other natural hazard in the US. According to Flood Smart.gov, “30% of all flood insurance claims are filed in low – to moderate – risk areas.” Through the variety of storms we see in Kansas, flash flooding can occur at any time. Here are 6 ways protect your property from flooding. 1. Property Elevation The plot of land your home sits on will deal greatly in how well of your property will hold up during a natural disaster. While costs can be upwards of $20,000, if you’re property allows, you could lift your home on piers or columns so the lowest level of your home is above the flood line. While flooding can be unpredictable, being on the higher ground is the best solution to avoid flooding. 2. Property Grade If your land slopes toward your home or if you have poor drainage and water isn’t directed away from your home, significant...