ENGINEERED FLOOD PREVENTION SYSTEMS BUILT TO HANDLE WHATEVER MOTHER NATURE THROWS AT YOU. WHEN FLOODING HITS HOME, WE PROVIDE DEFENSE.
Protect doors, garages, and critical openings from storm surge and floodwater. Custom aluminum systems, fabricated and installed in St. Petersburg, FL.
Hurricane Season begins June 1. Schedule your free assessment now.
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Why flood protection matters.
The Dam It Difference: Flood Barriers in St Petersburg
2.5X Strength & Seal
Aerospace Grade aluminum that is 2.5X the thickness and density of most competing products, allowing it to withstand a jaw dropping 40,000+ PSI. Thicker, larger, and denser 2-phase age-resistant EPDM gaskets for maximum seal and longevity.
Dam It Difference
Founded by a team with over a decade of experience in aluminum manufacturing, our flood barriers are trusted by marquee homes, Fortune 500 companies, HOA communities, cities and municipalities.
Built to withstand up to 10ft of water. Rustproof reinforced aluminum, solid cast stainless steel components, and rubberized gaskets that increase in strength when holding back water.
Designed for Every Application
Engineered for rapid, reliable deployment season after season. Unlike sandbags, plywood, and temporary barriers that fail or wash away, our systems provide structural integrity you can trust.
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Our systems use aerospace-grade aluminum cross sections, reinforced channel depth, and dual-phase EPDM compression gaskets engineered to a higher standard than most competing systems on the market.
The Dam It Advantage
2.5X Strength and Structural Integrity
Constructed with aerospace-grade aluminum at 2.5X the thickness of most competing systems, delivering superior durability and load resistance under pressure.
High Performance EPDM Compression Seals
Advanced dual-phase EPDM gaskets provide long-term compression, saltwater resistance, and protection against UV and environmental wear.
Reinforced Post System
Engineered side posts distribute hydrostatic load evenly across the system, maintaining structural integrity during sustained pressure.
Modular Custom Fabrication
Each system is measured and fabricated to fit its specific opening, ensuring proper compression, structural performance, and repeat deployment.
The Dam It Difference
Every system is quoted, engineered, fabricated, and installed in-house by our licensed team. No outsourcing. No compromises. Designed for ease, engineered for strength.
Standing and Moving Water. Designed to Withstand Sustained Load.
STRENGTH & SEAL
Industrial grade aluminum fabricated at 2.5X the thickness and density of many competing systems. Rated at over 40,000 PSI for structural performance under sustained load.
Unlike sandbags, plywood, and temporary barriers that leak or fail, our systems are built for repeat seasonal deployment and structural reliability.
ENGINEERED FOR REAL CONDITIONS
- Reinforced aluminum panels
- Dual phase EPDM compression gaskets
- Stainless steel hardware
- Built to withstand up to 10 feet of water
ENGINEERED. FABRICATED. INSTALLED.
A true turnkey solution. Every system is quoted, engineered, fabricated, and installed in-house by our licensed team. No subcontractors. No outsourced fabrication.
We also offer secure storage solutions for systems when they are not actively deployed.
Don’t Just Take Our Word For It
The St. Pete friends’ homes were both flooded by Hurricane Helene, and they built a flood prevention system with sturdy aluminum and modular height options.Read FOX 13 story
A pair of St. Petersburg flood victims opened Dam It Defense to provide residential flood barriers after Hurricane Helene impacted their homes.Read Bay News 9 story
The company opened its first factory in St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District a year after Helene, and the cofounders said family and community sit atop their list of priorities.Read St. Pete Catalyst
Dam It Defense launched in 2025, sold several hundred systems, and grew into a local team of nearly 20 employees.Read Power Broker feature
Your One Stop For Storm and Flood Defense
Our multi-layer defense system for protecting your castle.
Flood Barrier Systems
Engineered aluminum compression barriers custom-fabricated to seal doors, garages, storefronts, and structural openings against storm surge and sustained hydrostatic pressure.
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Generators
Standby generator systems and protective solutions designed to safeguard critical power equipment from flood exposure while maintaining required airflow and service access.
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Vent Covers
Custom aluminum vent protection systems engineered to prevent water intrusion through foundation vents and mechanical openings.
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Backflow Prevention
Installation of a specialized plumbing device to ensure water flows in only one direction, preventing contaminated water from reversing flow and entering a home in the event of a flood.
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Rain Shields
Precision fabricated aluminum shields designed to deflect wind driven rain and reduce direct water exposure to structural penetrations.
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Aesthetic Covers & Powder Coating
Architecturally finished aluminum systems available in custom colors and coatings to match residential, commercial, HOA, and municipal exteriors while maintaining structural integrity.
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About Our Flood Barriers in St Petersburg
Dedicated to defending communities, we provide solutions that mitigate the risks of climate change, hurricanes and floods.
Founded by a team with over a decade of experience in aluminum manufacturing, the quality and craftsmanship of our products is trusted by marquee homes and commercial properties, Fortune 500 companies, HOA communities, cities and municipalities.
Built to withstand up to 10ft of water, our systems use rustproof reinforced aluminum, solid cast stainless steel components, and rubberized gaskets that increase in strength when holding back water.
When flooding hits home, we provide defense.
Schedule Free AssessmentTrusted Across Tampa Bay
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lee at Dam it Defense was great. Truly, a quality product and an amazing team.. They are quite busy, but once installed it was worth the wait. Their product is in a class of its own and in high demand.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent experience all around starting with Mr. Bass, who came to the house for initial inspection and estimate, to the concrete crew whose team- leader ensured excellent cosmetic details and then finally the install crew led by Mr. Michael. The delivered product is great quality, the after installation customer follow up ensured that I was happy and that any trivial details not to my satisfaction were adressed promptly. After dealing with the horrible experience of the failure of traditional “sandbags” and catastrophic flooding, I feel much better prepared for upcoming hurricane seasons. Highly recommend this company over the competitors- they are local, their product is superior and their pricing better.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have Peace of Mind!! After my home was destroyed by Hurricane Helene with the floodwaters and being displaced for 9 months and having to rebuild my home. I started researching the flood barriers to prevent this again. Had 4 companies come out and Lee Bass from Dam it Defense felt to me the most knowledgeable and trustworthy. He put me at ease and did not pressure me, he answered all of my concerns and went as far as to arrange a meeting (my request) for me to see the product installed on a home and I could ask more questions! Lee is top notch! The entire team that I worked with are all great! They earned my trust! No more hurricane flood waters in my house! Thanks to Dam It DefensePosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My home was flooded during the September 2024 hurricane events in Florida. We had to completely remove and renovate the lower level of our home, which has been a nightmare. I was approached by Lee Bass, a Dam It Defense representative, who told me about their product. I decided to move forward and purchase their flood defense product as insurance against future flood damage. They kept me informed about the progress of my project while I was awaiting final installation. Once my home was ready for final installation, the process only took a couple days. Their concrete team removed the pavers around my sliding doors to install footers to create a tight seal. The installation team was quick and efficient. I how have the barrier brackets permanently fixed to all of my doorways around my home, and they almost blend in with the normal decor of the home. I plan on painting them the same color to have them blend even further. I hope to never have to use their product, but now I have peace of mind to protect against flooding in the future, and I am so pleased that I never have to wait in sandbag lines again.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lee Bass the salesman did a great job for us I would recommend him to everyonePosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Here's the deal breaker with Dam It Defense versus everyone else... the service! Lee and his team not only installed the unit in a few hours but they gave me a tutorial afterwards with options on set up and storage. More importantly the product is visually and virtually superior. While im not looking forward to hurricane season, I know that with this dam product, my line of defense is impenetrable!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The company was easy to work with and did what they said they would do.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lee, Matt and John did a fantastic job! They worked with me and explained every step of the process and how these flood gates work to protect the home. Great communication and attention to detail all around. Best part is they will store the flood gates and come out and set them up when a storm is coming so the panels won’t take up space in the garage. Amazing workPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Installation was easy. System is better then I expected. Mike answered many and all questions. Andrea the install team were great . I feel very good with my purchase and I am not looking forward to another hurricane but at least I feel confident and proactive if one comes. Thank you Dam it Defense team.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After being taken out by Helene and a very lengthy rebuild, we found Dam It Defense to be the prevention method that worked best for our coastal home on LBK. Clay was great through the whole process - quotes, demonstration and explanations. The fact that the developers and owners were motivated by their own experiences with Helene and the flood damage, as well as the products resistance to salt water, gave us an extra layer of confidence. The installation crew was great and Michael followed up a number of times - even on his day off. Being part time residents, the storage and installation option for pending storms saves flights back and forth to storm prep. While we hope to never experience this again and is the one product I hope I never have to use, I’m thankful that it serves as an extra layer of protection and provides some peace of mind.
Our Installation Process
Site Evaluation
On-site measurement and assessment
Custom Fabrication
Precision built aluminum barriers fabricated to match your exact opening dimensions
Professional Installation
Secure, clean installation and concrete work by our experienced technicians
Test & Inspect
Secondary job walk, inspection, and test of the system to ensure performance
Annual Inspection & Re-Certification
Ongoing inspection, seal integrity testing and hardware checks year after year
Protected When Not Deployed
Flood barrier systems require proper storage to preserve gasket compression, hardware integrity, and long-term performance.
- Engineered wall-mounted storage racks
- Labeled panel organization for rapid deployment
- Dedicated hardware containment
- Seasonal inspection and re-certification options
Proud Partner of the Cajun Navy Relief
Providing Local Support and Relief When Disaster Strikes
Dam It Defense has partnered with the Cajun Navy Relief to provide funding and support to the local community when it needs it most. After deploying our flood prevention systems ahead of a hurricane, we will be reallocating our resources, including our fleet of Humvees capable of navigating 30 inches of water, to assist in search and rescue as well as other forms of aid.
We chose to partner with the Cajun Navy Relief because they are a group of volunteers who work tirelessly without pay to provide immediate rescue and relief during natural disasters across the United States. This is one of our many efforts to remain ST PETE STRONG.
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Latest from the Blog
Dam It Defense receives The Community Partnership Award from the City of Holmes Beach
Dam It Defense Receives Community Partnership Award for flood preparedness panel work on Anna Maria Island.
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Do You Really Need Flood Barriers for Homes?
If you live in St. Petersburg, Tampa, or anywhere along the sun-drenched and water-prone coast.
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Aluminum Flood Barriers vs. Sandbags: Which Is Better for Florida Homes?
If you live in St. Petersburg, you know the drill. The sky turns a certain color and the panic sets in.
Read MoreDam It Defense Systems Pay for Themselves
Investing in flood protection can save you money on insurance
Did you know that investing in a Dam It Defense flood prevention system can actually save you money? Our systems are recognized by insurance companies as effective mitigation measures because they significantly reduce your risk of flood damage.
Many homeowners who install flood barriers like ours see significant savings on their flood insurance, with reductions ranging from 5-20% of their annual costs.
Contact your flood insurance provider today and ask about qualifying for lower premiums after installing your Dam It Defense flood prevention system.
Learn MorePotential Insurance Savings
Contact your flood insurance provider for specifics on premium reductions available with engineered flood protection systems.
Recognized for Our Hurricane Response
Dam It Defense was awarded the Community Partnership Award by the City of Holmes Beach Police Department for our work supporting Anna Maria Island residents during Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton in 2024.
Community Partnership Award
Hurricane Helene & Milton, 2024
City of Holmes Beach, Florida
Anna Maria Island
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to the most common questions about flood barrier systems, generator protection and long-term storm readiness.
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Dam It Defense
695 28th Street South
Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
info@damitdefense.com
Fabricated locally. Serving Tampa Bay and surrounding coastal communities.
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