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How to Flood-Proof a House

July 31, 2026

A Step-by-Step Guide to Protecting a Home Before the Water Arrives One inch of water inside an average home can cost more than $25,000 to repair, according to FEMA. That is drywall, flooring, insulation, and whatever was sitting on the floor when the water came in. Most of that damage is preventable. Flood-proofing a house…

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How to Construct a Cellular Cofferdam

June 25, 2021

Learn about cellular cofferdams and how to construct a cellular cofferdam with TrapBag control barrier bags.

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North & South Carolina Hurricane Protection Solutions

June 3, 2021

Carolina hurricanes can come swiftly & brutally. Prepare as much as you can so you and your family’s lives and property are protected.

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Dune Stabilization & Storm Surge Protection in New York

May 20, 2021

Coastal flooding from storm surges is a top environmental concern for NYC since the city is coastal & on an island, the risks are increased.

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Construction of Dams, Dikes & Levees in Louisiana

May 20, 2021

Dams, Dikes & Levees and their construction are really important. Especially around cities and towns threatened by hurricanes and flooding.

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How Are Oil and Chemical Spills Contained?

May 20, 2021

Oil & chemical spills are a huge issue. The cleanup is super important to the environment. Read here about how these spills are contained.

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Mississippi River Valley Flood Protection

April 13, 2021

The Mississippi River floods relatively often because much of its length runs along lowlands that easily flood the surrounding areas.

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Flood Protection in Urban Areas

April 13, 2021

Poor planning and lack of sufficient drainage creates flooding in urban areas. Effects of flooding in urban areas are devastating.

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Snow Melt Flood Protection in Fargo

March 30, 2021

Fargo, ND experiences a flood season every year as a result of winter snow melting and rising water levels in the Red River.

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Residential, Temporary Flood Barriers, & Commercial Flood Barriers

March 1, 2021

Flood barriers protect homes, businesses, and property from damage or destruction during flooding. TrapBag can be used to protect your home.

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Watamu Beach Restoration Using TrapBag®

February 26, 2021

TrapBag® recently partnered with Geotextiles East Africa to restore a stretch of Watamu beach along the east coast of Kenya.

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West Coast Erosion Control & Disaster Solutions

February 26, 2021

In the western United States and California in particular, wildfires can lead to landslides, mudslides, mudflows, and debris flows.

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Detention Basin & Retention Basin Pros & Cons

February 17, 2021

Both retention and detention basins provide a safe way to collect stormwater and release it via underground pipes and evaporation over time.

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