General FAQ
Do you have any tips for renters looking to talk with their landlord about taking action to reduce flood risk?
Find out whether your landlord is aware of their flood risk, and if they’re interested in taking steps to reduce it. If your landlord is interested, you may direct them to this website, which can walk them through figuring out which mitigation options are best-suited to the property.
You can also mention low-cost, relatively simple solutions that can help prevent a building from flooding, such as removing debris from gutters or fixing drainage issues on apartment grounds. When neglected, these issues can cause flooding that results in expensive repairs and lost rental income for a landlord. Also, sealing any leaky windows can prevent water from entering an apartment and causing damage to window frames, walls, or even flooring during heavy rains.