Republic of the Philippines
Palawan State University
College of Engineering
Survey Questionnaire
Dear Respondents,
This research questionnaire is designed to collect information about the
experiences of residents with flooding in their communities and their perspectives on a
proposed flood barrier equipped with solar-powered lights (Water You Doing Here). The
study aims to understand the impact of flooding on households, identify common
challenges faced by residents, and evaluate the potential effectiveness of the proposed
barrier as a preventive measure.
Your honest responses will greatly contribute to the success of this research by providing
data that may be used to recommend practical and innovative solutions to flooding
problems in residential areas. Rest assured that all information you provide will remain
confidential and will be used solely for academic purposes.
We sincerely appreciate your participation in this study.
The Researchers
Name (optional) _____________________ Age ________
Gender ____ Civil Status ________
Occupation (optional) ________________
Please read each question carefully and place a check mark (✔) in the box that best
represents your answer. Select only one answer per question unless stated otherwise.
There are no right or wrong answers your honest responses are highly valued and will be
treated with strict confidentiality
1. What is your age bracket?
☐30–40 years old
☐ 41–50 years old
☐ 51–60 years old
☐ Others (please specify): __________
2. What is your gender?
☐ Male
☐ Female
☐ Prefer not to say
3. What is your homeownership status?
☐ Homeowner
☐ Renting
☐ Living with relatives
☐ Others (please specify): _________
4. What is your monthly household income range?
☐ Less than ₱10,000
☐ ₱10,001 – ₱20,000
☐ ₱20,001 – ₱40,000
☐ ₱40,001 – ₱60,000
☐ More than ₱60,000
5. What is your current occupation or source of income?
☐ Employed (private/government)
☐ Self-employed/business owner
☐ Retired
☐ Others (please specify): __________
6. Where do you currently reside?
☐ Urban area
☐ Suburban area
☐ Rural area
7. How often does your area experience water accumulation during heavy rainfall?
☐ Never
☐ Sometimes
☐ Often
☐ Always
8. During heavy rains, does water usually rise near your home?
☐ Yes
☐ No
9. If water rises, how high does it usually get?
☐ Just on the street (does not enter the house)
☐ Reaches the doorstep
☐ Enters the house
☐ Others (please specify): __________
10. What problems have you or your neighbors experienced during strong rains?
(Check all that apply)
☐Wet or damaged things at home
☐ Difficulty going outside
☐ Power interruption
☐ Fear or stress during heavy rain
☐ Traffic or transportation problems
☐ None
☐ Others (please specify): __________
11. How long does water usually stay in your area when it floods?
☐ Less than 1 hour
☐ 1–3 hours
☐ 3–6 hours
☐ More than 6 hours
12. How would you describe the effect of flooding in your household?
☐ No effect
☐ Small problem
☐ Moderate problem
☐ Big problem
13. How useful do you think a flood barrier with solar-powered lights would be in your
household?
☐ Not useful
☐ Slightly useful
☐ Moderately useful
☐ Very useful
☐ Extremely useful
14. Would you consider buying a flood barrier with solar lights if it helps protect your
home during floods?
☐ Yes
☐ No
☐ Maybe
15. Do you think this product can help reduce the flooding problem in your
community?
☐ Yes
☐ No
☐ Maybe
16. How much would you be willing to spend on a flood barrier with solar lights for
your home?
☐ Less than ₱2,000
☐ ₱2,001 – ₱5,000
☐ ₱5,001 – ₱10,000
☐ ₱10,001 – ₱15,000
☐ More than ₱15,000
17. Would you recommend this product to neighbors or relatives if it proves
effective?
☐ Yes
☐ No
☐ Maybe
