Smart Vent Before & After Photos

This Hilton Head Island, SC homeowner contacted Lowcountry Foundation Repair to receive a free estimate on some flood vents for his crawl space. His home is close to the coast, and he wants to make sure his foundation can survive flooding stormwater. He scheduled an appointment with one of our trusted inspectors. 

Our inspector, Brian Hunter, suggested that he install Smart Vents around the outside of his crawl space. Smart Vents are engineered flood vents that protect houses and buildings during floods by preventing water pressure buildup that can destroy walls and foundations. 

After one day of installation, the Smart Vents were installed and the homeowner was very happy with the outcome! 

During heavy rains, floodwaters can impose extreme loads against foundation walls. The force of floodwaters and waves can cause a foundation wall to cave in or collapse. The most effective way to blunt this destructive force is to provide a path through foundation walls so that water pressure can equalize inside and outside the foundation. SmartVent Flood Vents perform this task.

This cottage in Saint Simons Island had water issues in the crawl space causing the hardwood floors to buckle. The Team installed Smart Vents to prevent further water damage. Smart Vents are automatically activated by water and don't require electricity. These are a great product to have if you live near the beach.

This homeowner had Smart Vents installed around their crawl space. The Smart Vents will keep water out when it floods or rains. The Smart Vents also helped lower their flood insurance rate.