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Floods occur hundreds of times a year in every part of the United States. Every year
flood waters drive approximately 75,000 Americans from their homes. According to
industry research, 98% of basements will be damaged by water during their
lifespan. A small 1/8 th inch crack in a water line can leak 250 gallons of water in a
single day.
The problem is that not all water intrusions in a home are the result of floods or
heavier than normal rains. Caulking around doors and windows deteriorate over
time. Toilet seals give way. Plumbing fittings corrode. Icemaker and washing
machine supply lines break. Shingles get blown off in high winds. There are so many
ways for water to damage today’s homes.
All of these are startling statistics. But there is a bright spot for savvy homeowners.
With today’s advancement in technology, protecting your home is a lot simpler than
it was in the past if you just take a few simple steps. There are several “smart”
devices, or WIFI-enabled devices, that connect to your smart phones or home
networks that can help minimize your risk of water disasters. These smart devices
allow you to monitor your home, irrespective of where you are. By converting your
home into a “smart home”, you can protect both your property and your family.
Monitoring Water Leaks
In a water damage situation, the quicker you can stop the water leak, the less
damage will result. Installing a water leak detector can be a huge benefit to you and
your home. Most water leak detectors are battery-operated devices that look very
similar to smoke detectors. They are usually placed on the floor near sinks, toilets,
and water heaters, or near appliances that are attached to a water line, like
icemakers, washing machines, or steam dryers. If a water leak occurs, and the water
reaches the detector, the sensors on the leak detectors will sound an alarm. If your
home is a “smart” home, you can find water leak detectors that will work with your
WIFI. These detectors will send an alert to your smart phone or security system.
A Word to the Wise Concerning Water Leak Detection Devices.
It’s up to you to place these devices in appropriate locations and make sure they
remain there. Small children and pets find them very intriguing and they want to
touch them or relocate them. If they operate on batteries, make sure you change
them on a schedule, like you should be doing with your smoke detectors. And lastly,
make sure that they are loud enough to hear if you are several rooms or floors away.
An actively beeping alarm does you no good if it can’t be heard throughout your
home.
Whole Home Flood Monitoring Systems
If you want to protect your home even further, you can invest in a comprehensive
flood monitoring system, consisting of automatic shutoff valves, multiple detectors,
a central hub, etc. that offers control and peace of mind. These smart flood sensors,
starting around $1,000, can help to better protect your property from any type of
water damage.
Equipping your home with water leak detection devices is an effective way to
protect your home. And although they can’t prevent water damage, they will at least
provide a fast warning that there is a problem. Making a “smart” investment in
smart technology can help you save money in the long run by limiting the amount of
costly damage when it occurs. For more information on how you can protect your
home with smart devices, call Water Mold Fire Restoration, 800-905-0277 or email
us at help@watermoldfire.net.
