In recent years, extreme weather events such as flooding and heavy rainfall have increased significantly. These natural disasters can have a devastating impact on communities, businesses and private households. 

Innovative solutions are needed to effectively protect against the consequences of flooding. One promising technology that is receiving more and more attention in this context is water protection cushions.

The flood of the century in the Ahr valley in 2021 and the crisis situation at the end of 2023/beginning of 2024 in many areas of Germany have recently shown how continuous rainfall can pose a threat to buildings and people. According to experts, extreme weather situations are also set to increase significantly in Germany.

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However, it is not only climatic influences, but also defective household appliances such as a blocked sink or a faulty washing machine that can quickly lead to flooding within your own four walls. This can not only cause considerable damage to furnishings, but can also result in high costs. In the winter months, there is also a high risk of burst pipes. 

According to the German Insurance Association, a pipe bursts every 30 seconds in Germany - that's more than one million cases of water damage per year (source: https://www.gdv.de/gdv). 

Windesa water protection cushions and water protection hoses offer a simple and effective way of preventing water damage or dealing with it as soon as it occurs. 

Water protection cushions are mobile barriers that serve to hold back water and thus protect buildings from flooding. They can be set up quickly and easily and are suitable for both temporary and permanent use. Thanks to their adaptability to different terrain shapes and their high resistance to water pressure, water protection cushions are an effective solution for containing flooding. 

The smaller cushions can also be placed under household appliances such as washing machines, dishwashers or taps. They react to moisture and swell immediately in the event of a leak or flooding to catch the escaping water and thus prevent major damage. 

Another advantage of water protection cushions is their environmental friendliness. Compared to conventional flood protection measures such as sandbags or concrete barriers, water protection cushions have no long-term environmental impact. They can be reused and are easy to transport, which facilitates their use in different regions and situations. 

They are also a cost-effective investment that can quickly pay for themselves in the event of damage. Overall, water protection cushions offer an efficient and sustainable solution to protect against the effects of flooding and heavy rainfall. Their flexibility, ease of use and environmental compatibility make them a promising technology in the fight against natural disasters. 

By using water protection cushions, municipalities, businesses and private households can strengthen their resilience to extreme weather events and better prepare themselves for future challenges. 

So if you want to play it safe and protect your home from the consequences of burst pipes and faulty household appliances, you should opt for the use of water protection cushions. After all, nothing is more annoying than water damage that could easily have been avoided.