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BobVila.com > Channels > Bathrooms > All Tips > Flood Prep Plumbing Flood Prep PlumbingCheck Drain Plug: Install a floating floor drain plug at the current drain location. If the floor drain pipe backs up, the float will rise and plug the drain. Install a Sewer Backflow Valve: If flood waters enter the sewer system, sewage can back up and enter your home. To prevent this, have a qualified, licensed plumber install an interior or exterior backflow valve. Check with your building department for permit requirements. If you are retrofitting a backflow value, check with your building department for permit requirements. Be sure to talk to a professional home builder, architect, contractor or building supply retailer for other backflow mitigation tips. Related Showrooms• CLR - Cleaners for the toughest household cleaning challenges• InsWeb - Lower Your Homeowners Insurance Bill up to 25% Online • TOTO USA - Elegant, technologically-advanced plumbing fixtures that perform! • Renovation Experts - Put your home in good hands. Get FREE estimates on your project. | |
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