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

One minor leak at your house can result in big problems and thousands of dollars worth of damage. You have to defend against this danger; thankfully, there’s a simple way to do so. A water sensor is a simple, effective, and budget-friendly solution. Learn how they work and why you might incorporate water sensors into your Chandler smart home.

How water sensors safeguard Chandler your home

Water penetrates homes in numerous ways, whether from a storm-related event, plumbing failure, appliance malfunction, or human error. No matter how it occurs, you have to know immediately, and this is how water sensors help. But how precisely do they work? 

Many water sensors are conductive and function with corresponding electrodes. When water comes in contact with the electrodes, an electrical connection is formed, setting off your alarm. You’ll also come across capacitive sensors that give off an electrical field. When water reaches the conductive parts of these sensors, the field is disrupted, 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 protection as they have built-in temperature sensors. This is a helpful way to prevent frozen pipes. If there’s a severe drop in temperature, you’ll know immediately. Taking action before pipes rupture will save you from flooding and costly repairs.

Why integrate water sensors into your Chandler smart home? 

When water problems happen, you need to be notified at once. You can reach this aim by connecting water sensors to your smart home. Whether you’re there to hear the alarm or away, you’ll be sent an immediate update on your smartphone. As an added benefit, your 24/7 monitoring specialists will be informed. Every moment is critical in a water emergency to limit the damage and interruption to your household.

Where should you place water sensors?

Any area susceptible to water infiltration is an appropriate position for water sensors. Put them in these locations:

• Bathrooms: Position in back of toilets or close to bathtubs.
• Basements: Water commonly infiltrates lower levels via leaky walls or due to heavy rain or broken sump pumps.
• Around water heaters or appliances: Any water-using appliance could leak at some point.
• Under sinks: Water sensors are great for discovering leaky pipes in locations you can’t see.
• Attics: Catch roof leaks early and avoid costly damage.

Install water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your property the comprehensive protection it requires with Vivint’s innovative devices. Our water sensors in Chandler connect to your Vivint mobile app to provide automatic updates any time your alarm goes off. You also enjoy integrated temperature sensors to avert frozen pipes. Explore the smart home tools available in Chandler by dialing (480) 739-3177 today.