Flood Damage to Residential Property by Depth

Table 2: Flood Damage to a Typical Residential Property Depth of Flood | Damage to Building | Damage to Services/fittings | Loss of Personal Possessions Below ground level | Minimal damage to main building. Flood water enters basements, cellars and under floor voids. Possible erosion under foundations. | Damage to electrical sockets and other services. Carpets in basements and cellars may need replaced | Possessions and furniture in basements and cellars damaged. Up to half a metre above ground floor level (GFL) | Damages to internal finishes, plaster, wall coverings etc. Floors and walls become saturated requiring cleaning and drying. Flooring may require replacement. Damage to external and internal doors, skirting, etc. | Damage to electricity meter and fuse-box. Damage to gas meter, low level boilers and telephone services. Carpets and floor covering may need replaced. Kitchen units and electrical appliances may need replaced | Damage to furniture and electrical goods. Damage to small personal possessions. Food in low cupboards contaminated More than half a metre above GFL. | Increased damage to walls. Possible structural damage | Damage to higher units, electrical services and appliances | Damage to personal possessions Source: Preparing for Floods (DTLR, 2002)