How Water Leak Detectors Work

Since damage from water leaks is the most common cause of all home insurance claims, it’s worth avoiding being a part of these statistics. Whether water is leaking from broken appliances, plumbing, or the roof, the bottom line could be a tedious claims process followed by increased premiums. Unless, of course, you nip that little leak in the bud with a water leak detector. Traditional water leak sensors simply set off a piercing alarm when water is detected and you will only be aware of the leak if you are home and within earshot.

With the advent of smart technology, water leak detectors have developed so that you can be alerted to any leak with a notification sent to your cell phone.This is the kind of smart water leak detector we are bringing you today

All we’ll have to do is place a battery-powered leak sensor near any area susceptible to a water leak – think pipes, sump pumps, appliances like the washing machine, sinks, etc. etc. the toilet – and we’ll provide you with smart alerts on your phone when something is more than a minor spill. Most contemporary water leak detectors can be integrated into your smart home via a central hub. This allows you to add carbon monoxide detectors, thermostats, and motion sensors for a more rounded approach. You’ll be able to keep tabs on everything in the app and you’ll be able to stay fully informed of what’s going on at home, whether you’re on the couch, at the office, or on vacation. You will also have the option of having shut off valves installed that can remove the water leak plug on your behalf, the essence of home automation at its best.