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

One minor leak at your house can cause big difficulties and thousands in damage. You have to protect against this risk; fortunately, there’s an easy way to accomplish this. A water sensor is an affordable, simple, and effective solution. Learn how they work and why you ought to connect water sensors to your Mansfield smart home.

How water sensors protect Mansfield homes

Water enters homes in various ways, whether from an appliance malfunction, plumbing problem, storm-related incident, or simple human error. No matter how it takes place, you have to know right away, and this is where water sensors come in. But how exactly do they work? 

Most water sensors are conductive and function with a pair of electrodes. When water enters the space between the electrodes, an electrical link is established, activating your alarm. You’ll also find capacitive sensors that give off an electrical field. Your alarm triggers when water touches the conductive parts of these devices and interrupts the field. Optical sensors utilizing infrared LED light are another possibility.

Some water sensors give you more

A few specialized water sensors provide even more peace of mind as they feature incorporated temperature sensors. This is an outstanding tool in preventing frozen pipes. If there’s a drastic reduction in temperature, you’ll find out right away. Taking steps before pipes break will save you from water infiltration and exorbitant repair costs.

Why integrate water sensors into your Mansfield smart home? 

When water issues arise, you must be alerted at once. You can achieve this aim by incorporating water sensors into your smart home. Whether you’re home to hear the alarm or somewhere else, you’ll receive an instant notification on your mobile device. As an additional backup, your 24-hour monitoring team will be alerted. Each second counts in a water emergency to minimize the destruction and disturbance to your life.

Where should you put water sensors?

Any location at risk of an influx of water is an appropriate place for water sensors. Consider installing in these spots:

• Bathrooms: Position behind toilets or near bathtubs.
• Basements: Water often seeps into basements via leaky walls or as a result of excess rain or faulty sump pumps.
• Near water heaters or appliances: Any water-connected appliance could ultimately leak.
• Underneath sinks: Water sensors are ideal for detecting pipe leaks in locations not easy to see.
• Attics: Detect roof leaks promptly and avoid costly repairs.

Install water sensors with your Vivint smart home

Give your home the complete protection it needs with Vivint’s advanced devices. Our water sensors in Mansfield link to your Vivint smartphone app to deliver instant updates any time your alarm activates. You also enjoy built-in temperature sensors to avoid pipe freezing. Explore the smart home components available in Mansfield by calling (419) 614-6093 today.