A flooded basement can lead to marathon insurance phone calls and hours with contractors in order to get your flooring and drywall repaired and your furniture replaced. It’s best to avoid the whole situation. If you have a leaky basement or notice that it feels damp inside when it’s rainy, think about installing an automated water shutoff device. They’re one of the best solutions to stop a basement leak.
How They Work
An automated water shut-off device works by monitoring your home’s water flow rate and water pressure, detecting abnormalities, and automatically shutting off the water when an abnormality is detected.
These devices run on an app that alerts you when the water has been shut off so you can figure out what’s wrong and fix it.
Why They’re Great
There are many reasons why your home might start losing water. Your water heater could start leaking, a toilet might have a worn-out wax ring, or a supply line might be faulty.
These types of leaks can be slow and invisible, causing slight water loss and inflated water bills over time. An automated water shutoff device runs daily microleak tests and can even track water usage by fixture, to detect water usage patterns.
In these cases, an automated water shut-off device can save you money and headaches by stopping the leak and alerting you to the problem before it gets worse.
In more extreme cases, a pipe could freeze and burst or a supply line could fail all at once, leading to flooding, especially in a basement or the first floor of your home. This device can save you the headache of extended repairs and the hassle of relocation.
Some insurance companies might even offer you a discount once you have one installed.