The Homeowner’s Guide to Getting an Elevation Certificate

If you own property in Wilmington, NC, especially near the Cape Fear River, Wrightsville Beach, or Downtown Wilmington, you may be in a flood zone. In these areas, having an elevation certificate in Wilmington, NC can be important — whether you’re buying a home, applying for flood insurance, or planning construction. This guide explains what […]
How To Find Your Property On FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps
What are FEMA flood maps? FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) or just Flood Maps are provided after a flood risk assessment has been completed or updated for a community. This study is known as a Flood Insurance Study. The FIRM gives you the Base Flood Elevations (BFEs) and insurance risk zones in addition to […]