FLOOD DEFENCE SPECIALISTS
Flood Barriers – Floodgates – Flood Defences – Flood Protection Solutions
Floodstop Ltd is a family-run UK business specialising in flood barriers and defence systems. We offer a first-class service with a direct, no-pressure approach; you’ll speak with the owner, Sandie, her husband, or her sister.
With 18 years of experience, Floodstop provides expert advice and high-quality workmanship, backed by excellent reviews and client references. We handle projects of all sizes across the UK, with installations completed by our highly trained and experienced mitigation engineers.
Our UK-manufactured Nautilus flood protection products are reusable, easily mountable and demountable, rapidly deployable flood barriers, designed for both residential and commercial use and have a proven track record in real flood situations. The Nautilus 200 and 400 flood barriers exceed leakage rate standards, as demonstrated in their flood resistance test video, you can also see our flood barriers in real flood conditions.
Floodstop offers nationwide UK coverage for installation and fitting services, or flood barriers for supply only within the UK and worldwide export.
You can contact Sandie at Floodstop Ltd for free advice or go to the get a quote page. It’s also worth checking with your local Council, as you might be entitled to a grant, often £5,000, for flood protection measures.
Demountable Flood Barriers and Flood Defence Solutions
Our flood barrier systems are among the most trusted and effective flood prevention solutions available in the UK. We supply and install demountable flood barriers that can seal virtually any size of doorway, gate, driveway, or entrance.
Nautilus barriers have watertight rubber seals on the front, back, and bottom. These reusable barriers provide robust protection for homes, businesses, and properties. Whether for domestic or commercial use, they offer a reliable solution for preventing flooding and flood damage.
Key Features of Our Flood Defence Barriers:
Demountable and Reusable: Ideal flood barriers for both temporary and permanent flood protection. Easily removed and stored after use.
Quick Deployment: They are rapidly assembled, allowing properties to be protected within minutes.
Watertight Seals: The Nautilus systems have front, back, and bottom seals that ensure maximum flood resistance.
High-Quality Materials: Constructed from lightweight yet durable aluminium for strength and ease of handling.
Custom Fit: Suitable for a wide range of applications, including homes, businesses, gates, driveways, garages, entrances, loading bays, and more.
Nautilus 200 and 400 Series
The Nautilus 200 and 400 series are our flagship models—engineered for strength, reliability, and ease of use. Manufactured in the UK, these barriers are designed to protect any size of entrance and are widely used across both residential and commercial sectors.
Strong yet Lightweight: High-grade aluminium construction ensures durability without excessive weight.
Flexible Application: Suitable for doorways, sliding patio doors, garage doors, shopfronts, office entrances, factories, warehouses, and more.
Trusted Worldwide: Installed across the UK and internationally, with worldwide supply and installation services available.
Why Choose Our Flood Barriers?
We believe the Nautilus system is the best flood defence and prevention solution on the market, combining design excellence, build quality, and proven performance. Once installed, the flood prevention barriers can be deployed quickly and efficiently whenever flood risks arise.
Whether you’re protecting a single doorway or an entire commercial facility, our systems provide peace of mind with affordable, effective, and reusable flood protection.
Nautilus 200 Flood Barriers under 1500mm Wide UK
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Nautilus 200 Flood Barriers over 1500mm Wide UK
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Nautilus 400 Flood Barriers under 2500mm Wide UK
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Nautilus 400 Flood Barriers over 2500mm Wide UK
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Nautilus Bespoke Flood Barriers for Special Requirements UK
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Hardwood Floodgates for Driveways, Gateways, Entrances UK
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Flood Barrier Testing Video Below
Nautilus® Flood Barrier Systems
Nautilus® Flood Barrier Systems offer robust, reusable, and demountable flood protection solutions for residential and commercial properties. Designed for versatility and durability, the Nautilus® 200 and Nautilus® 400 series provide watertight, temporary floodwalls to guard against flooding events with efficiency and ease.
Nautilus® 200 Series
Under 1500mm:
Tailored for standard single doorways, this model spans up to 1.5 metres without the need for demountable posts. Ideal for homes, shops, and small business entrances.Over 1500mm:
Designed for wider access points like patio doors, garages, and commercial entrances.
Nautilus® 400 Series – is our most popular barrier system
Under 2500mm:
A reinforced barrier offering higher flood protection for doorways in both residential and commercial properties.Over 2500mm:
Heavy-duty flood defence for large openings such as garage doors, shop fronts, industrial entrances, and wide access areas. Suitable for use along riversides, seafronts, or other high-risk locations.
Key Features
Reusable & Removable: Easily deployed and dismantled; stackable for convenient storage.
Versatile Applications: Suitable for doorways, driveways, shop fronts, shutter doors, office and patio doors, yards, and more.
Comprehensive Protection: Ideal for factories, warehouses, crematoriums, village halls, industrial units, and more.
Special Installations: Custom hardwood floodgates and solutions provided for councils and local authorities.
As flood protection specialists, we also offer tailored installations and support for a wide range of environments, including public infrastructure and large-scale commercial settings.
Flood Barriers for Garage Doors, Driveways, and Entrances
Nautilus® 200 Series:
- Under 1500mm: Specifically designed for single doorways in homes, properties, businesses, or commercial buildings, spanning up to 1.5 meters without demountable posts.
- Over 1500mm: Ideal for wider openings such as patio doors, driveways, garages, and business premises.
Nautilus® 400 Series:
- Under 2500mm: A stronger option for higher flood protection, suitable for single doorways in homes or business properties.
- Over 2500mm wide: The ultimate flood protection for large openings like patio doorways, garage doors, driveways, businesses, shop fronts, commercial buildings, and industrial premises. It can also serve as floodwalls for riverside, seaside, or seafront properties.
Key Features and Applications:
- Versatile: Suitable for any opening and property, including driveways, shop fronts, shutter doors, office doors, patio doors, and yards.
- Protects various premises: Factories, warehouses, crematoriums, village halls, entrances, and industrial facilities.
- Stackable: Designed for easy storage.
- Reusable and Removable: Offers temporary flood control.
- Specialists in flood protection: Expertise in storm surge flood barriers.
- Cost-effective: Generally less expensive than flood gates.
Flood Barriers for Garage Doors, Driveways, and Entrances
Nautilus barriers are designed to fit garage doors, driveways, and entrances of any size, offering a highly effective solution for flood protection. These barriers provide a practical and often more cost-effective alternative to traditional floodgates. Whether you’re safeguarding a residential garage or a commercial driveway, delivering reliable protection against floodwaters while remaining easy to install, remove, and store for future use. See page Garage Doors and Driveways.
Hardwood Floodgates for Driveways, Gateways, and Entrances
Hardwood Floodgates – Durable, Attractive, and Always Ready
These hardwood floodgates provide a permanent, reliable, and visually appealing solution for flood protection. Unlike temporary barriers, they remain fixed in place and require no assembly, delivering an immediate response when water levels rise.
Key Features:
Permanent Installation
Fixed securely in place for instant protection—no setup required.Reliable Flood Defence
Expertly designed to divert water flow and safeguard your property when closed.Aesthetic Appeal
These high-quality hardwood floodgates are manufactured in the UK to complement both traditional and modern environments.Versatile Use
Ideal for a wide range of access points, including driveways, gateways, pathways, entrances, and passageways.Broad Suitability
Floodgates are perfect for residential homes, commercial premises, and business settings.Tailored to You
Bespoke floodgate designs and replication services are available to match your exact requirements.
These hardwood floodgates offer a stylish yet sturdy alternative—or enhancement—to other flood defence systems, such as Nautilus barriers, combining function with form. See page Hardwood Flood Gates.
Flood Barrier Supply Only or Installation
The decision between “Supply Only” or “Supply and Installation” depends on your specific project needs, budget, and technical capability. Here’s a breakdown to help you choose the right option: Please see our supply-only page.
Contact us or get a free quotation and advice on our Get a Quote! page.
Floodstop Ltd is Based in Selsey West Sussex
Environmental Agency Current Flood Warnings
More About Our Flood Barriers
Our systems are among the most trusted and effective flood prevention solutions available in the UK. Designed for both residential and commercial use, we offer barriers that can seal doorways, gates, driveways, entrances, and more, regardless of size. These are demountable and reusable, equipped with watertight rubber seals on the front, back, and bottom, ensuring maximum protection against flooding.
The Nautilus series, including the 200 and 400 models, features high-quality, lightweight aluminium construction. These are not only robust and durable but also quick and easy to deploy. Ideal for emergencies, their design allows for fast assembly, making them highly effective temporary flood defences.
Our systems are suitable for a wide range of applications, including homes, shops, factories, warehouses, offices, and loading bays. They are perfect for use around doors, patio entrances, garage doors, windows, and even large commercial flood barriers. Once installed, the reusable components can be stored efficiently and reassembled within minutes whenever needed.
We believe Nautilus offer the best in strength, build quality, and ease of use. Whether you’re protecting a single doorway or a large industrial facility, our affordable and practical flood prevention and protection solutions provide peace of mind and reliable defence against rising waters and flooding.