A FEMA Flood Elevation Certificate is an official document used to determine a building’s elevation relative to the estimated Base Flood Elevation (BFE) in a flood zone, as identified on FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).
This certificate is typically prepared and signed by a licensed professional, such as:
In general, this certificate is part of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and is mainly used for flood insurance and compliance with local building codes.
Arek Surveying provides clients with a wide range of surveying services, as well as guidance with a FEMA flood elevation certificate. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requires homeowners to purchase flood insurance policies if their homes are located within certain flood zones. So please, do not hesitate to reach out today for more information about our surveying options. You can call our office and speak to a surveying professional. When you contact us, we can provide you with all of the various details for the upcoming project.
There are certain features one expects when getting a FEMA Flood Elevation certificate. A flood elevation survey includes the following features:
It is vital that buildings in dangerous areas have the proper certification in order to best combat dangerous weather circumstances should they arise.
In relation to this certificate is a raising program survey, which our surveyors also provide clients in the greater New York City area. Raising awareness for flood risks is the main objective of a raising program survey. Get protected today.
Every application of a FEMA Flood Elevation Certificate is different. However, there are some commonalities. Here are a few common aspects:
The FEMA Flood Elevation Certificate plays a key role in the National Flood Insurance Program. It is used to certify buildings located within Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs), helping determine the appropriate flood insurance premium for a property and supporting requests for a Letter of Map Amendment. Only licensed land surveyors, engineers, or architects are authorized to complete this certificate.
These certificates are part of broader efforts to improve safety in flood-prone areas. Flood zones are regions identified by government studies as having varying risks of flooding, often due to heavy storms or coastal exposure. The likelihood and severity of flooding in these areas can differ—from minimal to high-risk. A flood elevation certificate helps assess the flood risk of a specific property, making it easier for residents, property owners, and insurers to understand and prepare for potential flood hazards.
Arek Surveying has years of experience in the field of surveying. Our staff can help you with a variety of issues, including with FEMA certificates for insurance purposes. This includes both a FEMA flood elevation certificate and a FEMA raising program survey. Get professional care and attention to detail when you turn to Arek Surveying. The #1 survey team in the area with over 20 years of experience. For more information about a FEMA flood elevation certificate, please reach out to us today.
When you reach out, we will discuss with you the parameters of the surveying job and how it will affect your specific situation. We look forward to helping you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding land surveying. When you get in touch with us, we can also discuss with you our other surveying options available.
Our FEMA Flood Elevation Certificate Survey services are available in all New York and New Jersey Counties, including Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Westchester, Yonkers, Richmond, Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, Bergen, Essex, etc.
