Flood risk assessment in Newton-le-Willows
- Legal requirement
The short answer
FRA for planning, insurance or purchase
- Price from
- £450.00
- Time on site
- 1 to 4 hours (site visit, plus off-site report writing)
What you get
A professional, detailed report outlining flood risks and potential mitigation measures for your property.
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When do you need a Flood risk assessment?
You will often need this report if your land is near water or in a high-risk zone.
- When building new homes or extensions
- For projects near rivers or the sea
- When applying for planning permission
- If your insurance company requests one
- For large sites over one hectare
- When converting a basement for living
What happens on the day
A specialist will visit to check your land levels and the local area.
- They measure floor heights against water levels
- The expert looks for nearby drains
- They check for historical flood marks
- They inspect the condition of defences
- Most data is later analysed using maps
- No digging or invasive work is needed
How to prepare
- Find your property site location plan
- Gather details of your building project
- Clear access to all garden areas
- Provide photos of any past flooding
- Locate existing drains and water pipes
- Note any recent local drainage work
- Confirm floor plans with your architect
- Check for any current flood defences
How to improve your result
- Install permeable paving for better drainage
- Create a rain garden for runoff
- Use water butts to collect rain
- Fit non-return valves to your drains
- Raise electrical sockets above floor level
- Apply waterproof sealants to external walls
Why it is useful day to day
Having this report gives you peace of mind and helps you secure your home.
- It helps unlock difficult planning permissions
- You could get cheaper home insurance
- It helps builders prevent future damp
- It makes your property easier to sell
- It protects your home from water damage
Why we ask these questions
The report answers how safe your building will be during a heavy storm.
- Is the property in a flood zone
- Will a flood reach the front door
- How fast could the water rise
- Where will rainwater run off to
- Does the project impact the neighbours
- Are there escape routes for residents
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