Flood resilience survey for January 2025 flooding
Registration for a free flood survey has now closed.
Following the impact of the flooding in January 2025, Blaby District Council is working with the Environment Agency and Leicestershire County Council, the Lead Local Flood Authority, to help you improve flood resilience of your property.
Blaby District Council offered a free property flood resilience survey for properties that experienced internal flooding. This survey, typically valued at £800, is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) government grant. Please note that this was a one-time opportunity for the free survey as we may not have any funding available in the future.
Purpose of the survey: The survey aims to provide detailed information on appropriate flood protection measures for your property. It will identify the most effective measures for you to install.
Eligibility: This survey was available for properties that were internally flooded in January 2025. It was only offered to those who have not already commissioned a survey through their insurers or Leicestershire County Council.
Survey details: The survey was conducted by RAB consultants, an Environment Agency approved firm of surveyors. It will offer practical recommendations to safeguard your property against future flooding. The cost of the survey was covered by Blaby District Council, so you do not need to make any payment.
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The Report: After the survey, you will receive a detailed report from Rab consultants, outlining your flood risk and recommendations for suitable measures designed to reduce the impact of flooding on your home.
Timescales
Blaby District Council only has access to the UKSPF funding until 31 March 2025, so the survey must be carried out by then, as no further funding will be available after that date.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Blaby District Council Customer Services on 0116 275 0555.