Flooding situations can certainly happen when Mother Nature brings heavy rain to our community, but that is not the only way for floods to be impactful. Busted water lines, faulty appliances and even dam or levee emergencies can cause chaos in your home without much warning. However, flash flooding concerns are more significant in our community than in other parts of Texas.

Did you know that the San Antonio community is considered part of Flash Flood Alley? This narrow alleyway runs north to south in central Texas and experiences intense rain but also has inefficient drainage, which can lead to dangerous flooding. This is why it is so important to prepare your home whether you live in a designated flood zone or not.

Simple things like making sure your downspouts are on and pointed toward the edges of your property can go a long way to keeping your home dry. In addition, you should address any drainage issues that you have or consider adding a rain garden to your yard to help the water move more efficiently.

If your property has any tree coverage, check your gutters regularly so you can address clogs or blockages promptly. You can (and should) even invest in gutter covers to keep yard debris and leaves out of your system.