The most popular choice for general flood prevention and construction. They feature a 1,600-hour UV inhibitor and pre-attached tie strings.

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Designed for long-term outdoor exposure (up to 24 months) and heavy-duty use. These are twice as thick as standard bags and meet military specifications. Butler Arts 30 lb. Flood Protection Filled Sandbags Home Depot Get it by May 7 (Free) Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

A "sandless" alternative that uses water-absorbent crystals to expand into a gel barrier. These are lightweight to store and easy to deploy.

A reliable mid-range option often sold in 50-packs at Home Depot and Walmart. Quick Dam Flood Barrier 5' Lowe's& more Get it by May 5 (Free) Go to product viewer dialog for this item.