Here’s what you need to think about when you shop for smart water leak detectors and install them in your home.
Placement and Sensors: Unless you have a single problem spot or appliance you want to monitor, you will likely need multiple smart water leak detectors. Most have cables with sensors on the end, some have water sensing cords, and others are self-contained. You also have the option of extension nodes with some detectors. Think about the areas you want to cover and consider what kind of detector would work best for you and how many you need.
Alerts: All the smart water leak detectors we tested send push notifications when there’s a leak, but some also send emails and texts. It’s worth checking that your pick also supports disconnection alerts to warn you when the connection is lost, which may happen if power or Wi-Fi goes out.
Power: Most detectors are battery-powered, but…
