WARRINGTON South MP David Mowat has been shown an innovative new solution to help protect homes from flooding.
Grappenhall-based engineering innovator Paul Price of Contego Design Solutions Ltd has designed a new type of door hinge which allows the door to form a watertight seal when closed. 
The design of conventional door hinges leaves a small gap between the door itself and the frame, which prevents a seal from being formed. Having water-tight doors would enable homeowners to keep floodwater out of their home entirely or at least to contain it within a single room.
Commenting Mr Mowat said: “We’ve all seen on our TV screens recently what a devastating impact flooding can have on homes and properties. Those whose homes have been flooded often have to wait months before they can live there again.
“Paul’s solution looks simple to fit and is comparatively cheap when compared to the huge financial and emotional costs of having your home flooded.”
Paul Price added: “I’m delighted that David has seen the potential of this product. Flooding costs the economy around £1bn per year. Whilst we cannot hold back nature, we can at least help families and small businesses protect what is most important to them.”
MP welcomes simple flooding solution
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