Flood Kit
£80–£300 8 items
Millions of homes in the UK are at risk of river, coastal or surface-water flooding. Check your risk, sign up for free flood warnings and have this kit ready before a storm, not during it.
| Item | How much | Typical price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flood sacks / sandless sandbags Expand on contact with water — much easier than sandbags. |
6–10 | £25–£60 | Check price → |
| Airbrick covers Airbricks are a common way water enters homes. |
Per airbrick | £10–£30 | Check price → |
| Wellies and waterproof gloves Flood water is often contaminated with sewage. |
1 per adult | £15–£40 | Check price → |
| Waterproof storage boxes Move documents and valuables upstairs. |
2–3 | £10–£25 | Check price → |
| Submersible water pump Clearing water after it recedes (only once electrics are safe). |
1 | £40–£120 | Check price → |
| Waterproof torch Water and electricity don't mix. |
1 | £10–£20 | Check price → |
| Dry bag for phone & documents Keep essentials dry if you evacuate. |
1 | £8–£15 | Check price → |
| Disinfectant and rubber gloves For clean-up after a flood. |
1 set | £8–£15 | Check price → |
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Tips
- Sign up for free flood warnings: Environment Agency (England), Natural Resources Wales, SEPA (Scotland), or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188.
- Know how to turn off your gas, electricity and water at the mains.
- Never walk or drive through flood water: 30cm of moving water can float a car.
- Photograph your home and contents now — it helps insurance claims later.
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