How does a water sensor work and why use one with your Concord smart home?

One minor leak in your home can lead to significant issues and thousands of dollars in damage. You must protect against this threat; luckily, there’s a straightforward way to do so. A water sensor is an affordable, simple, and effective solution. See how they work and why you ought to incorporate water sensors into your Concord smart home.

How water sensors shield Concord homes

Water penetrates homes in numerous ways, whether from a plumbing issue, weather-related event, appliance snafu, or just human error. However it occurs, you must know at once, and this is where water sensors come in. But how do they really work? 

Many water sensors are conductive and function with two electrodes. When water invades the area between the electrodes, an electrical connection is established, triggering your alarm. You’ll also find capacitive sensors that release an electrical field. When water touches the conductive parts of these sensors, the field is disrupted, and your alarm sounds. Optical sensors utilizing infrared LED light are an additional choice.

Get more from your water sensor

Certain advanced water sensors provide even more peace of mind as they use built-in temperature sensors. This is an excellent feature in preventing pipe freezing. If there’s a drastic reduction in temperature, you’ll know right away. Taking measures before pipes rupture will save you from water infiltration and expensive repairs.

Why connect water sensors to your Concord smart home? 

When water problems arise, you must be notified immediately. You can reach this aim by connecting water sensors to your smart home. Whether you’re home to hear the alarm or not, you’ll be sent an automatic notification on your cell phone. In addition, your 24-hour monitoring team will be notified. Each moment is critical in a water emergency to minimize the destruction and disruption to your family.

Where should you put water sensors?

Any area prone to flooding is an ideal place for water sensors. Put them in these areas:

• Bathrooms: Attach next to tubs or at the back of toilets.
• Basements: Water often seeps into lower levels via cracked walls or because of heavy rain or malfunctioning sump pumps.
• Around water heaters or appliances: Any water-connected appliance may leak in time.
• Under sinks: Water sensors are ideal for discovering pipe leaks in place hidden from view.
• Attics: Identify roof leaks quickly and avert costly damage.

Install water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your home the complete protection it requires with Vivint’s modern components. Our water sensors in Concord link to your Vivint mobile app to provide immediate notifications any time your alarm is triggered. You also get integrated temperature sensors to avert pipe freezing. Explore the smart home components available in Concord by reaching out to (802) 909-3379 today.