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

One minor leak in your home can lead to big issues and thousands in damage. You must defend against this threat; luckily, there’s a simple way to achieve this. A water sensor is a simple, effective, and economical solution. See how they work and why you might connect water sensors to your Saginaw smart home.

How water sensors shield Saginaw properties

Water penetrates homes in many ways, whether from an appliance breakdown, plumbing problem, weather-related event, or simple human error. Whatever way it takes place, you must know at once, and this is why water sensors are important. But how do they really work? 

The majority of water sensors are conductive and work with two electrodes. When water infiltrates the area between the electrodes, an electrical link is established, setting off your alarm. You’ll also come across capacitive sensors that emit an electrical field. Your alarm sounds when water touches the conductive parts of these sensors and interrupts the field. Optical sensors utilizing infrared LED light are an additional option.

Get more from your water sensor

A few specialized water sensors provide even more defense as they feature incorporated temperature sensors. This is an outstanding feature in preventing frozen pipes. If there’s a severe reduction in temperature, you’ll know at once. Taking measures before pipes rupture will shield you from water damage and exorbitant repair costs.

Why connect water sensors to your Saginaw smart home? 

When water issues arise, you need to be alerted at once. You can achieve this objective by connecting water sensors to your smart home. Whether you’re on site to hear the alarm or not, you’ll receive an immediate update on your mobile device. As an additional backup, your 24/7 monitoring team will be notified. Each moment counts in a water emergency to minimize the damage and disturbance to your household.

Where should you install water sensors?

Any spot at risk of water infiltration is an appropriate position for water sensors. Install them in these areas:

• Bathrooms: Place next to bathtubs or behind toilets.
• Basements: Water often seeps into basements through leaky walls or as a result of heavy rain or malfunctioning sump pumps.
• Next to water heaters or appliances: Any water-utilizing appliance may eventually leak.
• Underneath sinks: Water sensors are perfect for discovering plumbing leaks in place you can’t see.
• Attics: Detect roof leaks quickly and avoid costly repairs.

Get water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your property the robust protection it needs with modern tools from Vivint. Our water sensors in Saginaw connect to your Vivint mobile app to provide immediate updates when your alarm is triggered. You also enjoy integrated temperature sensors to prevent pipe freezing. Learn more about the smart home components available in Saginaw by calling (989) 461-3399 today.