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

One tiny leak at your property can cause major problems and thousands in damage. You need to safeguard against this danger; fortunately, there’s a straightforward way to accomplish this. A water sensor is a budget-friendly, simple, and effective solution. See how they work and why you should incorporate water sensors into your Colorado Springs smart home.

How water sensors safeguard Colorado Springs your home

Water penetrates homes in various ways, whether from a plumbing failure, weather-related event, appliance snafu, or just human error. Whatever way it occurs, you need to know immediately, and this is how water sensors help. But how exactly do they work? 

The majority of water sensors are conductive and function with a pair of electrodes. When water comes in contact with the electrodes, an electrical circuit is established, setting off your alarm. You’ll also find capacitive sensors that release an electrical field. When water reaches the conductive surfaces of these components, the field is disrupted, and your alarm sounds. Optical sensors utilizing infrared LED light are an additional option.

Get more from your water sensor

Certain specialized water sensors provide even more protection as they have built-in temperature sensors. This is an excellent benefit in preventing frozen pipes. If there’s a severe decrease in temperature, you’ll find out immediately. Taking steps before pipes rupture will shield you from water infiltration and expensive repairs.

Why incorporate water sensors into your Colorado Springs smart home? 

When water issues happen, you must be warned at once. You can attain 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 instant notification on your cell phone. In addition, your round-the-clock monitoring specialists will be alerted. Every moment is critical in a water emergency to limit the destruction and disturbance to your life.

Where should you place water sensors?

Any spot susceptible to flooding is a suitable place for water sensors. Place them in these spots:

• Bathrooms: Attach behind toilets or close to tubs.
• Basements: Water frequently seeps into lower floors via damaged walls or due to heavy rain or malfunctioning sump pumps.
• Near water heaters or appliances: Any water-connected appliance could leak in time.
• Below sinks: Water sensors are ideal for detecting pipe leaks in place you can’t see.
• Attics: Detect roof leaks promptly and prevent costly repairs.

Get water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your property the complete protection it needs with innovative tools from Vivint. Our water sensors in Colorado Springs connect to your Vivint mobile app to send you instant alerts any time your alarm activates. You also benefit from built-in temperature sensors to prevent pipe freezing. Learn more about the smart home devices available in Colorado Springs by dialing (719) 666-9853 today.