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

One small leak at your house can lead to major problems and thousands in damage. You have to protect against this danger; thankfully, there’s a simple way to achieve this. A water sensor is a simple, effective, and budget-friendly solution. Learn how they work and why you should integrate water sensors into your Tempe smart home.

How water sensors protect Tempe properties

Water infiltrates homes in many ways, whether from a storm-related event, plumbing failure, appliance snafu, or simple human error. However it takes place, you must know right away, and this is how water sensors help. But how exactly do they work? 

Most water sensors are conductive and operate with two electrodes. When water enters the area between the electrodes, an electrical circuit is established, activating your alarm. You’ll also discover capacitive sensors that give off an electrical field. When water touches the conductive parts of these components, the field is interrupted, and your alarm triggers. Optical sensors using infrared LED light are an additional possibility.

Get more protection from water sensors

A few specialized water sensors offer even more defense as they feature built-in temperature sensors. This is a helpful way to prevent frozen pipes. If there’s a drastic reduction in temperature, you’ll know immediately. Taking measures before pipes rupture will protect you from flooding and expensive repairs.

Why incorporate water sensors into your Tempe smart home? 

When water issues arise, you must be notified immediately. You can achieve this objective by incorporating water sensors into your smart home. Whether you’re on site to hear the alarm or away, you’ll be sent an instant alert on your mobile device. As an additional backup, your round-the-clock monitoring team will be alerted. Each moment matters in a water emergency to minimize the damage and disruption to your household.

Where should you install water sensors?

Any spot susceptible to an influx of water is an ideal place for water sensors. Consider installing in these locations:

• Bathrooms: Attach behind toilets or next to bathtubs.
• Basements: Water often seeps into lower floors through leaky walls or because of excessive rain or faulty sump pumps.
• Around water heaters or appliances: Any water-using appliance may leak at some point.
• Underneath sinks: Water sensors are perfect for discovering plumbing leaks in areas not easy to see.
• Attics: Identify roof leaks early and avoid costly damage.

Get water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your home the robust protection it deserves with advanced components from Vivint. Our water sensors in Tempe link to your Vivint mobile app to deliver instant notifications whenever your alarm goes off. You also enjoy incorporated temperature sensors to avert frozen pipes. Explore the smart home components available in Tempe by calling (480) 360-6677 today.