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

One minor leak at your house can result in major problems and thousands of dollars worth of damage. You have to safeguard against this risk; thankfully, there’s a straightforward way to achieve this. A water sensor is an economical, simple, and effective solution. Explore how they work and why you should connect water sensors to your Brooklyn smart home.

How water sensors safeguard Brooklyn homes

Water enters homes in numerous ways, whether from an appliance malfunction, plumbing problem, weather-related event, or simple human error. No matter how it occurs, you need to know at once, and this is how water sensors help. But how do they really work? 

The majority of water sensors are conductive and work with two electrodes. When water reaches the electrodes, an electrical circuit is formed, activating your alarm. You’ll also find capacitive sensors that give off an electrical field. When water contacts the conductive surfaces of these components, the field is broken, and your alarm sounds. Optical sensors employing infrared LED light are another option.

Get more from your water sensor

Some innovative water sensors give you even more defense as they use integrated temperature sensors. This is an excellent benefit in preventing frozen pipes. If there’s a severe drop in temperature, you’ll find out immediately. Taking action before pipes rupture will protect you from water damage and expensive repairs.

Why connect water sensors to your Brooklyn smart home? 

When water issues happen, you have to be notified right away. You can achieve this aim by integrating water sensors into your smart home. Whether you’re there to hear the alarm or somewhere else, you’ll receive an immediate notification on your mobile device. In addition, your 24-hour monitoring specialists will be informed. Each moment is critical in a water emergency to limit the damage and disruption to your family.

Where should you place water sensors?

Any area prone to flooding is a suitable position for water sensors. Put them in these areas:

• Bathrooms: Place behind toilets or close to bathtubs.
• Basements: Water often seeps into lower levels through cracked walls or as a result of excessive rain or faulty sump pumps.
• Next to water heaters or appliances: Any water-utilizing appliance may leak at some point.
• Underneath sinks: Water sensors are ideal for identifying pipe leaks in locations not easy to see.
• Attics: Identify roof leaks early and avoid costly damage.

Install water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your home the robust protection it requires with Vivint’s advanced tools. Our water sensors in Brooklyn integrate with your Vivint mobile app to provide instant updates when your alarm activates. You also benefit from built-in temperature sensors to avoid pipe freezing. Learn more about the smart home components available in Brooklyn by calling (929) 552-2194 today.