How Coastal Storms Impact Your Elevation Certificate

High surf crashing against rocks near coastal homes, showing storm impacts that can affect FEMA elevation certificate requirements

When a coastal storm pushes high surf into York, it does more than rattle windows and soak the beach. It can also shift dunes, scrape away sand, and change the very ground your home stands on. If you live near Long Sands, Short Sands, or Cape Neddick, these changes can affect something many property owners […]

FEMA Elevation Certificate: How It Impacts Flood Insurance and Property Value

Infographic showing a FEMA elevation certificate alongside two houses at different elevations to illustrate the impact on flood insurance and property value.

Why Every Homeowner in a Flood Zone Needs a FEMA Elevation Certificate If your property is near the coast, a river, or low-lying land—like many homes in York, Maine—there’s a good chance you’ll hear the term FEMA elevation certificate when buying, selling, or renovating. But what is it, and why does it matter? Simply put, […]