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

One minor leak at your house can cause significant problems and thousands of dollars worth of 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 affordable solution. Learn how they work and why you should integrate water sensors into your Scottsdale smart home.

How water sensors safeguard Scottsdale homes

Water enters homes in various ways, whether from a broken appliance, plumbing failure, storm-related incident, or simple human error. Whatever way it takes place, you must know immediately, and this is why water sensors are important. But how exactly do they work? 

The majority of water sensors are conductive and operate with two electrodes. When water enters the space between the electrodes, an electrical link is created, setting off your alarm. You’ll also discover capacitive sensors that release an electrical field. When water contacts the conductive surfaces of these components, the field is broken, and your alarm sounds. Optical sensors utilizing infrared LED light are an additional choice.

Get more from your water sensor

A few innovative water sensors offer even more defense as they have incorporated temperature sensors. This is an exceptional benefit in preventing pipe freezing. If there’s a severe reduction in temperature, you’ll know right away. Taking action before pipes rupture will save you from water infiltration and costly repairs.

Why connect water sensors to your Scottsdale smart home? 

When water emergencies occur, you have to be notified at once. You can achieve this objective by connecting water sensors to your smart home. Whether you’re there to hear the alarm or away, you’ll receive an immediate update on your smartphone. As an additional backup, your 24/7 monitoring agents will be notified. Every second matters in a water emergency to minimize the damage and disruption to your household.

Where should you place water sensors?

Any spot prone to water infiltration is an ideal position for water sensors. Install them in these locations:

• Bathrooms: Place behind toilets or next to bathtubs.
• Basements: Water often infiltrates lower levels via cracked walls or because of excessive rain or faulty sump pumps.
• Around water heaters or appliances: Any water-connected appliance may ultimately leak.
• Under sinks: Water sensors are perfect for identifying leaky pipes in locations not easy to see.
• Attics: Catch roof leaks early and prevent expensive repairs.

Request water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your property the robust protection it needs with Vivint’s advanced components. Our water sensors in Scottsdale link to your Vivint cell phone app to provide immediate updates whenever your alarm goes off. You also get incorporated temperature sensors to avoid frozen pipes. Discover all the smart home devices available in Scottsdale by calling (480) 681-6262 today.