How does a water sensor work and why install one with your Akron smart home?

One small leak in your home can lead to big difficulties and thousands of dollars worth of damage. You must safeguard against this risk; fortunately, there’s a straightforward way to do so. A water sensor is a simple, effective, and economical solution. Explore how they work and why you ought to incorporate water sensors into your Akron smart home.

How water sensors shield Akron your home

Water penetrates homes in various ways, whether from a weather-related incident, plumbing problem, appliance malfunction, or simple human error. However it happens, you need to know right away, and this is why water sensors are important. But how precisely do they work? 

Many water sensors are conductive and operate with corresponding electrodes. When water infiltrates the space between the electrodes, an electrical connection is formed, triggering your alarm. You’ll also discover capacitive sensors that release an electrical field. Your alarm sounds when water reaches the conductive surfaces of these sensors and disrupts the field. Optical sensors employing infrared LED light are an additional choice.

Some water sensors give you more

Some innovative water sensors provide even more protection as they feature built-in temperature sensors. This is a smart way to prevent frozen pipes. If there’s an extreme reduction in temperature, you’ll be notified immediately. Taking measures before pipes rupture will protect you from flooding and exorbitant repair costs.

Why connect water sensors to your Akron smart home? 

When water issues arise, you need to be warned right away. You can achieve this aim by connecting water sensors to your smart home. Whether you’re there to hear the alarm or somewhere else, you’ll get an immediate notification on your mobile device. As an additional backup, your 24-hour monitoring team will be alerted. Every moment counts in a water emergency to control the destruction and disruption to your household.

Where should you put water sensors?

Any area prone to flooding is an ideal position for water sensors. Consider installing in these locations:

• Bathrooms: Place near tubs or behind toilets.
• Basements: Water commonly enters lower floors through damaged walls or due to excess rain or malfunctioning sump pumps.
• Next to water heaters or appliances: Any water-using appliance may eventually leak.
• Below sinks: Water sensors are great for discovering plumbing leaks in locations not easy to see.
• Attics: Identify roof leaks promptly and avert costly repairs.

Get water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your residence the comprehensive protection it needs with Vivint’s modern tools. Our water sensors in Akron link to your Vivint smartphone app to provide instant alerts when your alarm goes off. You also get integrated temperature sensors to avert pipe freezing. Explore the smart home devices available in Akron by dialing (330) 632-1171 today.