FAQ

Our inflatable flood barrier devices are custom-made to fit your door, window, garage frame, or any other opening. When inflated, a FlowStop creates a high-pressure, sealed barrier within the framed opening, effectively preventing water from entering.

Yes, our technology is engineered to withstand strong forces from both pulling and pushing, including high winds.

Yes! FlowStop is specifically designed and tested for reuse and easy repair.

Yes, FlowStop was specifically designed and tested to withstand various types of debris encountered in different conditions—including logs, sharp objects, and more. It has also undergone rigorous testing under extreme pressure scenarios. While constructed from durable PVC and engineered to absorb strong impacts, FlowStop is not intended to function as a hurricane shutter.

Yes, FlowStop is an inflatable device designed to adapt to imperfections in uneven frames—whether it's a window, door, or garage opening. In some extreme cases, we may recommend leveling the floor, filling in large cracks, or applying Flood Protection Paste to ensure a secure seal.

Yes, FlowStop can adapt to and maintain a strong seal, even on sloped surfaces.

FlowStop weighs approximately 0.0006 pounds per square inch. For example, a FlowStop measuring 36 inches wide by 31.5 inches high weighs about 6.8 pounds.

A FlowStop flood barrier can be set up in minutes, but protecting an entire home may take several hours. We recommend preparing and setting up most of your FlowStop as soon as you receive the first flood warning.

Even in extremely high temperatures, FlowStop maintains its shape and strength without alteration. It has been tested to withstand temperatures as high as 167 degrees Fahrenheit.

FlowStop is easy to roll up and can be stored in a box or hung by its handle.

Yes! We recommend testing your FlowStop as soon as you receive it. This way, if any issues arise, we can address them before an emergency occurs.