Best water detectors & alarms according to redditors
We found 214 Reddit comments discussing the best water detectors & alarms. We ranked the 57 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 214 Reddit comments discussing the best water detectors & alarms. We ranked the 57 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
I bought a house in 2009, allow me to share my mistakes with you.
Good move: We had the entire interior painted before we moved in.
Bad move: We didn't paint the doors or bathrooms because we thought we were going to repair/replace/remodel. I should have had it all done, they are STILL not done to this day.
Good move: I bought the home warranty from https://homewarranty.firstam.com - they are actually VERY good, and this policy saved me a LOT of money. My HVAC system died three times, and they fixed it every time. Other things, broke, they fixed it. I cancelled it after two years once things settled down, but it paid for itself. At least for me, but I had a bad feeling about my 10 year old HVAC system and I was right. YMMV.
Bad move: I did a lot of work around the house and bought a lot of stuff the first year. After that, I realized I had changed my mind and should not have done the work, or did not like what I bought.
SOLUTION: Don't do any major work/changes for the first year. Just live there. Check things out. Think of ideas, write them down, make plans ... but don't DO anything about them until you've had time to think about them. Then prioritize what you NEED and what you WANT.
Bad move: I bought an inexpensive Cub Cadet lawn mower ($300) because it was all I needed. It refused to start a year later, the drive belt slips off every 5 minutes, and is generally a PITA. That was money I wasted.
Good move: I bought a $600 Honda which has been 100% every time, mows so well I don't need to bag the grass as there are virtually no visible clippings.
Bad move: I bought a $99 Black & Decker "Leaf Hog" blower. It doesn't work very well, so I never use it. Wasted money.
Bad move: I bought a $79 electric weed whacker. It was crap, and didn't do a good job, resulting in major weeds/bushes around my yard.
Good move: I bought a $300 Echo gas trimmer which tears through everything in a fraction of the time and does what it should.
Bad move: I bought a $3000 bedroom set. Don't get me wrong, I love it and it's nice, but it was a lot of money.
Good move: I bought a used 1991 full size Chevy truck. I then setup alerts on Craigslist using an Android app ( http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=craigslist.pro.plus ) that searches for stuff I want. I have so far picked up:
A complete bedroom set for $100 along with a FREE armoire - this would have been several thousand dollars if purchased new:
http://i.imgur.com/yexMx.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/KRxSS.jpg
A set of micro-suede couches for $35 - these are easily $1000 couches new.
A very nice flat-panel TV stand and component case for $50, probably $500 new.
And just yesterday I picked up this computer desk/hutch for free, probably $1,000 new:
http://i.imgur.com/DzDj2ZB.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/fXkDK8P.jpg
I've also picked up a file cabinet, a crib, a work table, a desk chair, and a ton of other things.
Right now I am looking for a curio and a hot tub. There are lots out there, you just have to be quick!
So how does this tie into the truck? Well, the money I spent on the truck has allowed me to get all this furniture for free or cheap. Most people listing things on Craigslist tell me a lot of people call about the items ... but no one has a truck, and no one comes to get it. Having the truck has pretty much paid for itself in all the free and cheap furniture I have obtained.
Bad move: I did not realize I don't have enough insulation in my attic. I have only 3" or so. I should have blown in 18" or whatever is needed. This would have cut my utility bills. I am doing that in the next few weeks. My neighbor did it and cut his electric bill in HALF! For me, that might mean saving $100+ a month! :o
REALLY BAD MOVE: I bought an entry level GE dishwasher. Well, just last week it failed and flooded my house. $1000 insurance deductible, water damage everywhere, and a major PITA.
Good move (which I should have done): Buy some leak detectors like these http://www.amazon.com/Zircon-Leak-Alert-Electronic-Batteries/dp/B002Q8GRPG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=XMY72CFYTS4J&coliid=I3MVE0XVPWAHRG and put one in EVERY ROOM WITH A WATER FIXTURE. I bought enough of these for each toilet/sink in each bathroom, the kitchen sink, the dishwasher, the washing machine, and MOST IMPORTANTLY the HVAC system (which has a drain which can get clogged and slowly flood your house - that also happened to me - you have to clean the drain every year!)
Ok, I hope that helps. :)
Water sensors near all equipment that can potentially cause thousands of dollars in damage if it springs a leak. Water heater, boiler, and the main water inlet all have one of these near them on the floor
Good catch but you should buy one of these.https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-00895001498-Basement/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=asc_df_B000JOK11K/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198096709148&hvpos=1o9&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2485488544091809767&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=aud-801381245258:pla-349312978973&psc=1
I went with these. I don't know enough to compare different types, but I can say for sure that metal contacts are extremely sensitive to water and since I bought them two years ago they've given me an early heads up about leaks on 4 occasions, easily the best cost:payoff investment I've made as a homeowner.
Leak sensor in the keezer is a good idea.
I like these Glentronics ones and have them everywhere. Cheaper ones I've tried were unreliable, but my oldest Glentronics alarm has been in service for at least ten years. Since the sensor is removable, I was able to put one under the fridge and place the alarm where there was space.
It's a bit of a pain to replace the batteries every two years (that's the schedule I've used for my smoke alarms too) but it's worth the peace of mind. Before water sensors I had a washing machine flood, a fridge ice maker flood, a water heater flood, and a basement laundry pit flood, three of which went on too long because I had no idea what was happening in the basement. These alarms I can hear easily from the main floor.
Glentronics also made my Basement Watchdog Big Dog battery backup sump pump which I've had for fourteen years and has saved my basement three times during extended power failures. First battery lasted six years, the second one lasted seven, and I installed my third just recently. They sell good stuff.
Warning: stream of conciousness follows. I tried to re-organize it a bit..
The true cost of this thing includes paying for a plumber to install it, unless you can turn off the water mains from the city/county and are comfortable cutting open the main supply pipe to your house. There are z-wave alternatives that are substantially cheaper and do not require a plumber - for example this one. This controller (and there are others very similar to it) mount on a levered ball valve on the outside and have a z-wave controlled motor that moves the lever between open and closed positions. When paired with Aeotec flood sensors, you can assemble a system that's much cheaper than the Leaksmart at the discounted price and does the same job.
I actually have this: Automatic Laundry Water Leak Detector and Shut-Off System for Washing Machine Outlets, Flood Stopping and Water Leak Detection https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0742N3KHF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QoZCCb12ACENZ
Basically a combo water detector and valve shutoff. Haven't needed it yet, but I'm glad it's there!
Or at the very least get a few leakfrogs! (I have no idea why that's selling for $50, maybe they're not making them anymore. I got one from woot in a bag of crap years ago!)
Bottom of the tank leaked. I haven't removed the sand yet to see exactly where the silicone failed, but it was certainly leaking. The half gallon of water was on the floor.
For anyone not familiar with them a water alarm is a little plastic box with two metal contacts on the bottom that you sit on the floor. If there is water on the floor that touches both contacts it goes off like a smoke detector. This are great for any home for around water heaters and anywhere else you risk a leak. Every aquarium should have one behind it.
These are the ones I bought: Water Alarms
https://www.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO
I got a bunch of these off of Woot.com before Amazon bought them. Love them. Put them under every sink in the house and near the furnace/ac
I bought a bunch of Aeotec Water Sensor, Z-Wave Flood & Leak Sensor . They work well.
Like you, I want to be able to use some of my home automation devices with another hub if Abode ever goes belly up.
Try getting something like this. Put it in a place that WILL get wet early.
HydroCheck WaterWatcher Leak Detector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00988NOV2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4gmPCbTZ20K0Y
Get one of these if you don't have one already.
It's saved my ass from a similar situation - return line tube popped off of my pump and I had the fountains at Bellagio in my stand. Luckily most was making it back into my sump, but the little that was splashing out triggered my leak alarm.
That logic isn't wrong, but there's also the inconvenience of mucking with the water cutoff twice daily and the cutoffs aren't normally designed to be used that often -- eventually they will wear out and may start leaking on their own.
(That said, something leaking out in your yard is rarely a major concern, but it does waste water and may cost you money (depending on which side of the meter it's on.)
Even if you don't take this advice about shutting off the main when you're out of town, it's not a bad idea to know where the cutoff is and be sure that you know how to turn it off -- if a pipe bursts while you are home, you'll want to already know how to turn off the water rather than be trying to figure it out.
Also, water detection alarms like the Leakfrog (often on sale at woot for a lot less!) in key places can be quite useful, and you can also tie water detectors into alarm systems to call for help even if you're not home.
You could do things like you're planning but I would add in a water-valve to cut the water in addition to the power (you want to cut both so the washer doesn't run while it's dry). I would also use Home Assistant instead of IFTTT, since it will be faster and won't rely on your internet being up to work. If you go with ZWave device, you'll need some kind of hub, which Home Assistant can act as (with a ZWave USB stick).
However, unless you want to tie this particular issue into a large home automation system (getting text messages when the leak sensor is triggered for example), you might be better off with something like this, which is an all-in-one system for exactly your use-case: https://www.amazon.com/Automatic-Detector-Shut-Off-Stopping-Detection/dp/B0742N3KHF/
Personally, I'd go with that kit, otherwise you're looking at:
That's already 3x the cost of the kit, not including your time to learn what you need to in order to get HA running & doing what you want it to.
Aight, put the froggy at 1.5 ft. The height of the warning frog is your choice. https://www.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO
I would strongly suggest floodstop. I have one and they are a life-saver.
My neighbor is a plumber and said he has seen these save many homes from a flooding.
Just bought a couple after my sump pump crapped out.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JOK11K/
> LaCrosse TX60 gateway and station
$29.95, Prime. https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=pd_bxgy_201_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=06BP6V42WNWY6V0R7GY8
Get a pack of these and put them around your water sources.
http://www.amazon.com/First-Alert-WA100-3-Water-3-Pack/dp/B002VECNMQ/
Looking closer at your sensor I'm not surprised. It looks like it is designed to trigger when it is damp, not just submerged.
You might try something like this. It should alert only when the prongs are submerged.
They sell lil things like these (can probably find similar for cheaper) to just leave next to your water sources and they'll make noise if there's water on the floor!
At one time lyric had a water sensor with a rope-like sensor which could be extended. Fwiw..
https://www.amazon.com/Lyric-Wi-Fi-Water-Freeze-Detector/dp/B01HBZQYYC
I prefer inline, but I do all my own plumbing and know how to prevent/fix leaks. If you're concerned about leaks, get a plastic tote and leak detector and set as much plumbing as possible in there. That way you'll have ~10 gallons to figure out how to fix a leak.
https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=zg_bs_7491105011_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=VHB3PC6NP2SZHEZ9DVAM&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Zircon-Leak-Alert-Electronic-Detector/dp/B00004XOVI
Cheap, battery, annoyingly loud when water shorts the 2 metal contacts on outside.
https://smile.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1488252592&sr=8-2&keywords=leakfrog
Normal to run this often make sure the hose is well away from the house or you will just be pumping the same water over and over. I have one of the leak frog alarms.
Didn't see the last post, but here is what I bought awhile back for $30:
Amazon: La Crosse Alerts Mobile 926-25101-GP Wireless Monitor System Set with Dry Probe
Save a little bit buying that and 2 of these: La Crosse Alerts Mobile 926-25000-BP Wireless Monitor Add-On Sensor Only for existing La Crosse Alerts Mobile System
Works great, haven't had any problems with it for 8 months or so. Very useful in the summer where I am..
A couple emergency and safety notes:
For everyone, do a massive favor for yourself and your property and buy one of these water / leak alarms, they’re cheap and also come in battery powered cute versions. If you spring a leak, this alarm will go off and you could potentially save your livestock, filters, pumps, heater, and of course your flooring and subfloor for just $15.
For those of us with injected CO2:
Any time you make a CO2 adjustment, be home and check in on your tank. It sounds excessive, but it’s pretty easy to just turn it up when you are watching TV on a weekend instead of off at work or school. Furthermore, if you are playing with your pH or kH, it is a good idea to do the same as this can effectively increase the amount of CO2 in the water.
Lastly, I am no expert, but I have found that increasing oxygen levels can be very beneficial. I’m still doing my research but it seems there is an overemphasis on keeping water agitation down. Plants and fish need oxygen. Putting a small airstone or having a HOB filter is not the end of the world – CO2 and O2 do not compete for space in water and now that I’m gaining more experience, seems to be beneficial as I’ve found it can keep the fish from getting gassed as the agitation will off gas excess CO2 and keep any scum from forming and suffocating the tank. If your solenoid or regulator fails or you get end of tank dump (all things which are fairly common), an airstone or surface agitation may be the only thing left to off gas that additional CO2 and save your fish.
A helpful video
PSA for everyone, you can get water leak detectors (linked below) and put them under your dishwasher, next to the water heater, behind the fridge water line, etc. Hopefully it will help catch the problem before it turns to mold.
https://www.amazon.com/Zircon-Leak-Alert-Home-Pack/dp/B01J39MJ9I
Water leak alarms. Not a tool but these little devices pay for themselves after your first leak (you don't want to find about it when water is sipping through the ceiling, or when mold is the first clue). These one have worked well for me in various occasions: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Q8GRPG/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
Tools: I agree with most everyone else here: Drill, hammer, measuring tape and level to start, then buy as you need and rent expensive equipment, specially for single projects.
> Leak Frogs
Those are $40 for two of them? Geez.
Try these ones instead. They aren't cute, but they're half the price.
I use a zwave probe style water sensor that I have set in the sump crock zip tied to the discharge pipe at a level just above where the pump would normally kick on. That way, if the pump isn't working, and the water level rises higher than it should, it'll alert me.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H3TJ3P4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I bought this leak detector after my sump failed and flooded the basement. Setup is easy, and you can add other Honeywell products to the app if you want.
Get one of these, they're cheap and awesome. A 9V battery is supposed to last 5 years.
https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1519237687&sr=8-4&keywords=water+leak+detector
You're welcome. They come in all variations and sizes. Maybe install a marine battery and if you're game, a solar set up. You can also get something like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=asc_df_B0081UR76G5374584/
It was the Smartthings sensor.
https://smile.amazon.com/Samsung-SmartThings-Water-Leak-Sensor/dp/B00MOIYIN6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1518826162&sr=8-3&keywords=smartthings+water+leak+sensor&dpID=31jvw6hYdeL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
This is the brand I have. If you look around I think they come in 4 packs. If you want to get fancy, I would look into getting one hardwired in, so you don't have to worry about changing the batteries.
You can get a remote weather monitoring system. They often come with smartphone apps. Here's a cheap option:
La Crosse Alerts Mobile 926-25101-GP Wireless Monitor System Set with Dry Probe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mZ-wxbDMMZ7QT
Everything you planned to do appears sound - my concern will be the dryer duct length and cleaning.
Code by me is a 35' limit, which seems long. Every 90 degree turn counts as 5'. That means the two bends out of the dryer to go vertical, then back to horizontal count at 10'. If you're 15' from the exterior wall, you can only have two more bends. I'd avoid flexible duct as that reduces the length (adds turbulence). When you're planning the ductwork, include access points to clean it out easily, so you don't avoid doing it.
If your budget allows it, I'd consider adding a moisture meter/water shutoff for the washer supply lines.
I've been using one of these for a few months and am happy with it so far.
https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G
I know you're probably asking for something that links in to a system, but there's also simpler stuff like this:
http://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/
Doesn't work with Smartthings but would do the job.
https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1525124347&sr=8-4&keywords=freezer+monitor
Zwave water sensor with 3 foot wire, works with SmartThings:
https://www.amazon.com/Aeotec-Aeon-Labs-DSB45-Sensor/dp/B00H3TJ3P4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494862439&sr=8-1&keywords=zwave+water+sensor
How about an automatic system, so you don't have to worry?:
https://www.amazon.com/Floodstop-Washing-Machines-4-H90-Version/dp/B00PM9A3TC
Most zwave sensors are battery powered. Actually, I haven't seen wired door/window sensors outside of proprietary security systems, though I'm sure there's something out there.
This Wink Essentials Kit will work with any zwave hub, and is pretty much the best bang-for-the-buck for zwave sensors right now. I have three of them on my OpenHAB setup, and haven't had any problems.
For a water sensor, I've been keeping an eye on the Aeotec Water Sensor but I haven't purchased one yet.
Everything I've linked is battery powered.
I use this under my sink, works great, actually went off last week due to the soap dispenser leaking.
https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497955372&sr=8-1&keywords=moisture+alarm+sensor
I also use this near my water heater, bit more expensive but it can alert you when you're not home though. (Need to buy SmartThings Hub)
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SmartThings-Water-Leak-Sensor/dp/B00MOIYIN6/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1497955372&sr=8-4&keywords=moisture+alarm+sensor
Also, ready-built 9v water detectors can be found for ~$10-15. It's cool to know how to make one with things you may already have, though.
For $54, you an buy this water and freeze detector: https://www.amazon.com/Lyric-Wi-Fi-Water-Freeze-Detector/dp/B01HBZQYYC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1537351281&sr=8-4&keywords=Lyric+Wi-Fi+Water+Leak+%26+Freeze+Detector
It measures, temperature, humidity, and water leakage.
It's an older Liberty Fatboy. They've since updated their locking mechanism, the newer models are a bit nicer.
I have their outlet kit and an electric dehumidifier plugged in in addition to those lights.
That dehumidifier has been awesome. I have two silica canisters in there than you can "recharge" by baking them in an oven and they have yet needed to recharge after installing that dehumidifier.
The safe has a small hole in the back covered by drywall for an outlet kit. The kit allows for ethernet and there outlets inside the safe: LIBERTY SAFE & SECURITY PROD 11015 Safe Power Out Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KRJTJ0G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dW-KBb6ZC3RMD
so, for a flood? or high water in your sump? there is a difference... but anyways, this is designed more for dishwashers and washing machines, but it does turn the outlet off if water is detected, an you have to hit a reset button to start the outlet back up.
IF you mean high water in your sump, then maybe its a design flaw that could be fixed? your sump should be able to handle all the water flowing thru the pipes when the power is shut off and everything trickles back to the sump. if not, then some redesign should be in order..
or if you mean that the tank might overflow when power goes out, then your hang on overflow should be investigated. the siphon should never break, if it does, its designed poorly, or isn't setup right.
would love to help, but need more info please :)
This is the one I'm planning to get for the freezer in the summer and my mini-fridge in the winter. DO pay attention to some of the comments though. If you are frequently away from home for long periods, you need a more expensive system.
https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=refrigerator+alert&qid=1556036488&s=gateway&sr=8-7
Seriously just google zwave water detection.
One example......
Dome Home Automation Leak Sensor Wireless Z-Wave Plus with Remote Probe, Water Resistant, White (DMWS1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LXR0B8Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_RyZPDbZHFX5SG
https://www.amazon.com/Floodstop-Auto-Shutoff-FS3-4NPT-v4/dp/B00EA426X6 This is what you are talking about I believe
I'm in a similar situation as you. One thing I did to ease my mind a bit before I do get around to replacement is a water leak detector like this one... Maybe will help you get more time out of it without having to stare at the ceiling for water damage.
I would consider getting a water monitor for under sinks. https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-00895001498-Basement/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=zg_bs_7491105011_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=F334FD7FY88W7Y4SSA2T
Is this a thing? https://www.amazon.com/LIBERTY-SAFE-SECURITY-PROD-11015/dp/B00KRJTJ0G
I have no knowledge of these things at all. Just started googling because I felt it was an interesting idea.
I would at least get one of those rolling portable AC units and keep on the side. If the main AC shits the bed, at least you're not running around like a maniac. 14,000 BTU unit will cost about $500. That's an awesome price to pay to sleep better at night.
Also, get a shitty network temperature sensor. This one is cheap and emails/SMS/app notifies you: https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1479181276&sr=8-2&keywords=network+temperature+sensor
I have an old generation Aeotec water sensor I bought off Amazon a couple years ago, and it works perfectly with my Abode security system.
Any idea if this new one is compatible?
Totally with you on smart gardening. Have you seen the plant link? (http://myplantlink.com/)
I recently got a connected thermometer as well, but haven't hooked it up yet. It will send alerts, and provides change in temp/humidity over time. (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0081UR76G)
These ones are simple and designed to float so they keep beeping as water continues to flow:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002Q8GRPG
If you have an ADT security system (and maybe others) you can also talk to your installer about adding a water sensor that will be monitored too, which is great if you have a vacation property that is often vacant.
Here you go:
Main 1/2hp Pump
I initially had a Zoeller main pump which lasted for about 8 years until the "built-in" float switch died. I could have bought a new switch for it but the pump itself was old and I didn't want to risk it. I read reviews for the new Zoellers, Rigids, and Waynes and decided on the Wayne pump.
Backup Unit
I originally had a Watchdog unit which was 7 yrs old... I went with the Wayne backup based off of Amazon reviews when compared to others. The system includes a great backup pump compared to the crappy Watchdog unit.
Battery
Sorry, the battery was $139 shipped (not $100 as I mentioned). It's a sealed battery as well = no maintenance.
High Water Alarm I bought this inexpensive water sensor which comes with a ~6ft wire sensor
Check Valve: I also stayed away from the metal check valves because my old Zoeller check valve literally rusted apart from what I guess was from the humidity (my sump pump is located in a narrow closet). I went with a fully plastic/rubber one that my house flipping friend got from a plumbing supply store. I have the battery unit outside the closet because of this humidity build up.
Question
Which dedicated float switch are you using? One with a "rod"? Do you plan on using zip ties to hold the switch in the up/on position on your new pump?
Let me know if you have any questions. Good luck.
Zwave is a non-internet connected protocol... wireless in the free spectrum... the base station is connected to the internet and controllable from my phone/tablet, but the individual sensors are not.
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I started with looking at a method to detect leaks on the washing machine/water heater and cut the main plumbing line if either happened... my water heater is 19 years old so it is time to either worry the bottom will fall out or replace it ... average life on them is only about 15 years... Mine shows no signs of leaks....
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Once I had printers and wanted a way to cut off the power the plug and detector were pretty cheap to add to my existing system.... Once all is hooked up in the phone/tablet app you can program if/then type actions... i.e. if any leak detector sees moisture then cut off water and text me..... if smoke detector triggers turn off outlets and text me... if any sensor reports low battery email an alert....
The smoke detector is mounted on the ceiling directly above the printers... would be better inside the enclosure but then I would need 2 verse 1 ... and any smoke escaping from the enclosures should still trigger it...
I picked Zwave over the other products of the type because it is low energy and it is not a chatty protocol... i.e.. there isn't a constant stream of heartbeats going... the base station poles all sensors every couple of days for battery status and that is about it... So the sensor batteries last a couple of years... and once charged the capacitor on the sensor will alert even if the battery is dead in that 2 day period...
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SO, I ordered these products --
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Base station - required - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KW8WGZQ/
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Valve adapter - cuts off house water - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LX3JFR8
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Leak detector - one per location to monitor - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXR0B8Q
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Electrical outlet - acts as repeater and can be controlled remote https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M1BY4KQ
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Smoke detector - zwave compatible - actually got it from the local Home Depot because all the ones on Amazon were refurbished verse new..
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MZWS1H0
Amazon Link. They also have a 3 pack.
I added tape over the hole above the buzzer to dull the ear piercing sound a little bit, to avoid neighbors overhearing if it goes off while I'm not home.
It's saved me from a couple floods.
I have this Aeon one in my sump pump and I've been pleased so far.
https://www.amazon.com/Aeotec-Aeon-Labs-DSB45-Sensor/dp/B00H3TJ3P4
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CW4BG4K/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484074632&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=wifi+cam&dpPl=1&dpID=41YBQG2PpQL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=pd_bxgy_201_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=06BP6V42WNWY6V0R7GY8
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005TY2MFS/ref=pe_225750_222264250_em_1p_0_ti
Not an answer to your question but have you considered something like the following? (just one example, I have no personal experience with that specific one. The one I use at work is by monnit https://www.monnit.com )
https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=br_lf_m_7jtxmhgy5w2c7f3_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&s=home-garden
We have a WiFi leak detector that works well. It has an alarm and also sends us a notification if it gets wet. This is the one we have: Lyric Wi-Fi Water Leak & Freeze Detector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBZQYYC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Cq8jDb2KH4ZDY
You can find others if you search for “water alarm” or “leak detector.” We’d have one of these in every room if they were a bit more affordablez
Might i suggest this
hmm.
driveways in front? sloping towards the building or away?
trying to figure out where all your extra water may be coming from.
6' isn't the worst if you end up figuring out you need to do some excavation to seal the outside of the basement wall. hopefully it won't come to that. it could be that a storm drain got all clogged and you had a freakish amount of extra water that couldn't drain.
you can get a water bug to alert you if it happens again.
https://www.amazon.com/Detector-detects-Electronic-Overflow-Battery/dp/B00OUD0QZC/
haaaa, here's one that looks like a bug
We haven't. That said, I have been looking into Honeywell’s leak detector. Not that we could ever rush home if we were travelling long distance, but we could ask a family member to stop by if a leak is detected.
Downside is wondering how many of these would make it worth it?
https://www.amazon.com/Lyric-Wi-Fi-Water-Freeze-Detector/dp/B01HBZQYYC
I just ordered this one, but it hasn’t arrived yet: MOTOROLA Cellular-Connected MultiSensor Reports Temperature, Humidity, Water leaks, Acceleration/Earthquakes, Light Level, Power Loss, Model MC4000 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LB7Z49D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ilIvDb01MA5PJ
From reading up on a lot of different options this one seems like the most “no frills” with the best reviews. Ask me next week and I’ll report on how it works in my van.
I already use a weathergoose in my server room, so this would plug right in:
http://www.itwatchdogs.com/product-detail-water_sensor-36.html
At home I have some leakfrogs set up under sinks and by my furnace. They aren't network enabled, but they do make a lot of noise when they get wet. http://www.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO
I have a few of these (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JOK11K), and one of them alerted me last year to a leaking water heater. If I didn't have it there, the leak would have continued for quite a while before I noticed.
Thank You, I too have the basement watchdog AC pump but I have two deep cell batteries in parallel. It got worked pretty hard this past spring when Ohio got constant rain. It handled the job when the primary pump failed, fortunately I had a backup pump ready. So now I have another backup pump plus backup check valves and tools in the sump crock closet ready to rock when it fails again. I also have this Lyric Wi-Fi Water Leak & Freeze detector.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HBZQYYC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I was skeptical of it at first but now Im pretty impressed. The pump is a big concern when it rains and I worry if all my other home prepping would be a waste if I can’t keep my basement dry.
Haha, I love this idea. I'm going to have to go look for these things now. Any idea what they're called?
edit: found one! https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K
i have waterbug alarms as part of a smartthings setup. they also monitor temp and humidity. basement near water tank, under sinks, etc.
check status & get alerts from smartthings & community apps. combine with a siren for audible alerts at home (in addition to any push notifications, or any other notification type you configure).
can't say it's objectively the best -- ymmv with smartthings, but i've had a great experience.
My place is pretty close to a flood plain, so there are sump pumps in the house. What I've done is picked up some water leak detectors. The ones I have are actually "Leak Frogs" but for some reason those are stupidly expensive now. They work great. Put them under sinks, by the sump pumps, next to the water softener/heater etc. The only problem I've had with them is that sometimes in the summer if it's humid the water softener will sweat and get the floor around it wet which can set off the water alarm.
For future use, you might want to get some leak detectors: http://www.amazon.com/Zircon-Leak-Alert-Electronic-Batteries/dp/B002Q8GRPG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=undefined&sr=8-1&keywords=water+leak+detector
If you know where the water would leak to and that area is normally dry, you could use a product like leakfrog
https://www.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO
This amazon link is for reference only. They SHOULD be much cheaper (or a similar product anyway). Woot.com used to sell them in a 2pk for $5 during wootoffs years ago. perhaps their popularity has resulted in demand >>> supply.
curious though...is a rainwater collection system on that scale common where you live? do you have a writeup somewhere about your setup? Would love to read it.
https://www.amazon.com/First-Alert-WA100-3-Detection-Alerts/dp/B002VECNMQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?keywords=water+leak+detector&qid=1562094043&s=gateway&sprefix=water+leak+detec&sr=8-11
And
https://www.leeo.com
https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=pd_bxgy_469_img_3/139-9189163-9220010?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000JOK11K&pd_rd_r=2328cb60-a275-11e9-8b3f-05565185fef1&pd_rd_w=VRTMj&pd_rd_wg=fngno&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=NRBNSJF38ZYBXYM05YDD&psc=1&refRID=NRBNSJF38ZYBXYM05YDD
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I have 4 of these.. several have alarmed with just tiny amounts of water on the ground.. placement is key. I prefer these because I can keep the unit with speaker/battery off the ground and sensor in tighter spots.
It might be a monitor for water leaks. A couple companies sell basement flood warning devices, but Ive never seen one like this. Most of them look like little frogs... http://www.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO
Unless you're hella rich (or being targeted by corrupt cops), this doesn't happen in real life.
Most home "gun safes" (Residential Security Containers) have a power pass-through that can also fit an Ethernet cable, and a low-wattage NVR could be run inside the "safe". Some new models even come with a built-in USB or even Ethernet pass-through connector.
Here's how it appears with Wink, fyi. Also, grab one of our Leak Sensors to go with it!
EDIT: also, there's a special at thesmartesthouse.com for $30 off the shut-off plus leak sensor!! Check that out here.
Thanks! I'm going to try to get an estimate on installing the pan. For the shut-off valve, any recommendations?
I've hear a lot about the Watts IntelliFlow, but it looks like it has pretty poor reviews on Amazon. Also saw this one, which seems to have better reviews (though I'm always skeptical).
Two thoughts on this:
I love GTD because it helps me stay on top of 100% of everything. However, for people like you & me, who are what I call "naturally disorganized" (haha), we need some extra help, which is where the concept of plugins (note: that's not GTD "canon") comes in. Everyone has a core set of may be 20 or 30 things they have to deal with in their life...finances, food, house cleaning, car maintenance, personal hygiene, laundry, etc. Most people get by & can just push through the annoyances, but for those of us who struggle with organization, it's an extra challenge that requires a different management approach that what we do by default (simply because we're not getting the results we want by doing what we're currently doing).
The example I always reference is laundry. Have you ever struggled with the following?
GTD is great for capturing tasks, defining next-action steps that you can take, and managing reminders of those tasks so that they actually get done & not forgotten about. However, then you end up with a very reactive system instead of a proactive system when it comes to the recurring parts of your life, like doing the laundry or managing your finances, which for me, made me feel like I had a never-ending list of stuff to do. So let's flip the script & create a system plugin for laundry! If we think about what is required to manage laundry to the point where we've got it defined from A to Z & can stop thinking about it, there are a handful of things required for us to manage.
System overview:
1 - System setup:
Logic:
Actions:
2 - System maintenance:
Logic:
Actions:
part 1/2
https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/
You can also look at this one: https://www.amazon.com/Lyric-Wi-Fi-Water-Freeze-Detector/dp/B01HBZQYYC/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1543603574&sr=1-4&keywords=Lyric+Wi-Fi+Water+Leak+%26+Freeze+Detector
You can use it without the leak detection cable. I have this under my sink. Since it works on batteries, it doesn't measure in real time. You can set it to measure temperature and humidy once a day, twice a day, or 3 times a day. I have mine set for twice a day, and the battery has lasted for over a year.
The documentation says the batteries will last 3 years with a daily check, 2 years with a checking twice a day, and 1 year checking 3 times a day.
I also learned the hard way with leaking water, but thankfully I was home when it started. I also purchased a couple of these water detectors https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=sr_1_4
Essentially like fire alarms, but for water. Cheap protection. Put one under each sink, AC Unit, Laundry Room, water heater, etc..
There are basically 4 different sensor categories for my application.
  
1. USB logger
This plugs directly into the USB port on the Mac. They range wildly in price, sometimes costing close to $1k (which is way out of my budget).
Examples: TEMPerHUM, Omega, Lascar, Extech, TemperatureAlert, and more here
The problem is that, for whatever reason, these USB loggers are only compatible with Windows. The five above examples are Windows only.
The only logger that I have found that is Mac compatible is the Minnow. However, I spoke with the manufacturer and realized that it is not designed to be a real-time USB logger; the unit will quickly overheat. The workaround is to incorporate a USB relay switch to manually connect/disconnect the Minnow periodically from the Mac.
  
2. Bluetooth
Examples: Blustream, SensorPush, D'Addario Humiditrak, Eve Degree, and more here
The problem is that all of these products have an iOS app, but no macOS app.
But If I purchased the SensorPush sensor along with the $100 SensorPush WiFi Gateway, I can access the data over the internet.
But there are cheaper WiFi options, like the ConnectSense (won't be shipping until early 2019), Proteus, and La Crosse. But, I am hesitant to fully depend on an internet connection to get the data (i.e., if the internet goes down, then I would lose access to the data, which is not ideal).
  
3. RF
AcuRite sells a $13 Wireless Temperature and Humidity Sensor (model # 06002M) that transmits every 16 seconds using a 433 MHz wireless signal with a maximum range of 330'. This sensor is inexpensive because it is designed to be used with AcuRite Access and the AcuRite weather station products, which I do not want or need. It's all proprietary.
However, some people have reverse-engineered the radio signal to decode the data stream from this sensor if you have a USB RF receiver.
Examples:
This path appears frustrating and difficult to a neophyte like me.
  
4. DIY microcontroller
Unlike the other 3 sensor categories, this looks like the one area where proprietary protocols are not in the way of progress. Once you get everything set up, accessing the raw data is a breeze.
This is probably the most cost-effective option.
Examples: Raspberry Pi + this $10 DHT22 sensor, Arduino, Espressif esp8266/esp32 wifi module
The problem is that this is simply over my head. I have no real experience programming from the command line or really anything other than basic scripts. It would just be best if I paid someone to set this up for me, as I can easily envision myself spending 100 hours on this "simple" project.
  
Similar to the last post, I have used one of these and it had served me well.
La Crosse Alerts Mobile 926-25101-GP Wireless Monitor System Set with Dry Probe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sn8uCbX2BJG5G
Not from Monoprice, but these guys are pretty solid: https://smile.amazon.com/Aeotec-Water-Sensor-Z-Wave-Flood/dp/B00H3TJ3P4/
My setup isn't exactly that advanced really. Echo integration with Nest works, but not as well as Google Home which is smarter, but that's because Nest is owned by Google. But I can change the temperature and find out what the temperature is set to from the Echo Dot, so that's all I need.
As far as leak sensors and contact sensors, there are some that you can set with the SmartThings hub.
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SmartThings-Water-Leak-Sensor/dp/B00MOIYIN6
There are a few others in the works with smartthings link.
https://www.smartthings.com/products/-/filter/categories/sensors
Is this just while you sleep with your reefer at a lot? Or parked at home with access to internet?
This might work http://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422499179&sr=8-1&keywords=lacrosse+temperature+monitor
A mobile wifi hotspot would enable it anywhere.
I was looking for some of these a while ago after my basement flooded.
I ended up going with the D-Link DCH-S160 because I have a wifi thermostat that warns me if it gets too cold, and thus didn't need the "freeze" detection offered by other options: https://www.amazon.com/D-Link-DCH-S160-mydlink-Wi-Fi-Sensor/dp/B00PVDUYPM/
Downsides to the D-Link:
--Requires a power outlet, so if the power goes out you'll never know you've got water issues.
--Kind of short detection cord, but you can buy telephone extension cables so you can run it wherever you want, and you can buy longer Honeywell detection cables.
My alternative consideration:
Honeywell's Lyric Water Leak & Freeze Detector: https://www.amazon.com/Lyric-Wi-Fi-Water-Freeze-Detector/dp/B01HBZQYYC/
I didn't choose this because it was a bit more expensive and I didn't need the freeze detection.
Downsides:
--Battery operated
Overall, I'm pretty happy with my d-link sensors and it should let me know before I have a problem again. I regularly check in on the sensors on their app to make sure they're online.
One positive to the D-Link is you can connect it to IFTTT. I made a IFTTT recipe/applet to call me if water is detected, and to sound the home alarm system.
Perhaps so. They're cheap and can save you lots of time and money. Here's an example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QF19F9Z/
Smart Thermostat: I use the Honeywell Z-Wave thermostat (as my smart home is "mostly" Z-Wave). I considered Ecobee (I hate Nest), but went with this as I don't really need a "learning" thermostat...do this temperature when I am home, do that one when I am not home.
Sprinkler control: Rachio (Amazon Link) - best sprinkler controller I have ever had...depending on where you live, you might even get a rebate on your water due to the water savings this has.
Smart Door Lock: Kwikset (Amazon Link) - again Z-Wave as I use Z-Wave. A cool thing about this lock is that you can re-key it yourself.
Temperature Sensor: SmartThings Motion Sensor (Amazon Link) - it reports temperature, and it's ZigBee
Leak Sensor: Samsung SmartThings Leak Sensor (Amazon Link) - it's ZigBee, but I have built out a smaller ZigBee network too.
Garage Door Opener: GoControl (Amazon Link) - again Z-Wave.
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Multi-Purpose Sensor: SmartThings (Amazon Link) - Open/Close, Temperature, Vibration: I have one of these on each my closet doors (when I open the door, the closet light turns on...when I close the door the light turns off). I also have one on my Gun Safe (so I get notified if my gun safe door is open...also get vibration notifications if it's being tampered with)
The temperature/motion sensor is a nice combination. For example, I have one of these outside on my lanai. When it detects motion, it turns the fans on...but only if the temperature is over 74 F). I have a few of these inside that turn on small table lamps at night when motion is detected (versus large/bright lights) because the night is dark, and full of terrors.
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Don't know if you have a pool, but I use iAqualink as my pool controller. It has it's own app, and now integrates with Alexa (doesn't integrate with SmartThings yet). But it's nice being able to turn on the spa and spa heater while out for dinner, and having it be up to temperature by the time you get home.
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Oh - and check out Sonos for whole house audio. I SOOOOOOOOO love my Sonos speakers.
This is what I use:
La Crosse Alerts Mobile 926-25101-GP Wireless Monitor System Set with Dry Probe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_G9BVDbC1FSSYR
$30 bucks. Has high temp/humidity alerts and data logging
I have the Aeotec Water sensor
Apparently it doesn't send binary reports as a default, which is what HA needs to see changes. So i had to add it using Open Zeave Control Pannel, then while it was in the adding stage, I had to very quickly change the "report type to send" from 255 to 17. This allowed HA to see the changes immediately. Its a quirk of zwave battery devices. They only send updates every so often, and each company sets that differently. The awake time on these (when they communicate) is something like 20 seconds. So any configuration changes have to be sent and received within that time period.
This new device Im trying to resolve Does have a binary sensor, but HA is not seeing the state change in it. So Im not sure what Im missing.
Something like this maybe?
Think you are looking for something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/D-Link-DCH-S160-mydlink-Wi-Fi-Sensor/dp/B00PVDUYPM/
https://www.amazon.com/Lyric-Wi-Fi-Water-Freeze-Detector/dp/B01HBZQYYC/
Good news is you have an excuse to buy a new/better guitar and amp.
Also, buy one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO
I just ordered the Aeon Labs one, but it hasn't arrived yet.
http://www.amazon.com/Aeon-Labs-Aeotec-Z-Wave-DSB45-ZWUS/dp/B00H3TJ3P4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452982334&sr=8-1&keywords=aeon+labs+flood
Have 8 of these with ST v1 and they work perfectly:
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SmartThings-Water-Leak-Sensor/dp/B00MOIYIN6/
Same here, but I was surprised to find the prices were just about the same, even cheaper. They must be fixed. Plus they price match if you have prime. I found the water sensor I wanted $10 cheaper at Lowes:
$29.99 Lowes
$39.95 Amazon
I have 4 of these on the flats of 4 walls, and one about 1/4 of the way into my sump pit, would will alert if the pump is not keeping up.
http://www.amazon.com/Aeon-Labs-Aeotec-Z-Wave-DSB45-ZWUS/dp/B00H3TJ3P4/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1451594983&sr=1-1&keywords=zwave+water+sensor
Also, stupid note, when we bought our house it didn't have a sump pit, or pump. It flooded 3 times, finally decided to break a hole and put one in, hasn't flooded since. (Actually, the new sump pit has been bone dry since I put it in).
I might as well use this then:
http://www.amazon.com/Aeon-Labs-Aeotec-Z-Wave-DSB45-ZWUS/dp/B00H3TJ3P4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449521684&sr=8-1&keywords=zwave+water+sensor#Ask
We got these babies for cheap thanks to woot.
https://www.amazon.com/Leak-Frog-LF001-Water-Alarm/dp/B000WMSTUO
Buy this: https://www.amazon.com/Glentronics-Inc-BWD-HWA-Basement-Watchdog/dp/B000JOK11K/ref=sr_1_4
And maybe next time you will get there in time to just clean up 1 gallon instead of 20. Super cheap and could potentially save you tons of money and headache.
It looks like the sale prices are in effect on Amazon, too. Here's that leak detector: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MOIYIN6/
Everspring Z-Wave Water/Flood Sensor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006TG9W4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9-lYCbP5DR0ZK
Not smartthings integrated but i got one of these and it works great.
Automatic Laundry Water Leak... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0742N3KHF?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I'm sure you could work some clever way to make it talk to smartthings (open close sensor triggered by the buzzer) but it works pretty well as is. Came home and found it in alarm, water shut off and a very small puddle directly under the machine, never even made it to the walls.
Zircon Leak Alert Water Leak Detector & Flood Sensor Alarm / Water Leak Sensor with Dual Leak Alarms 90dB Audio / Battery Powered (5 Pack) Batteries Included https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J39MJ9I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gahPCb0165ZFQ
I bought a 5 pack of these and have them scattered around my house.
http://www.amazon.com/First-Alert-WA100-3-Water-3-Pack/dp/B002VECNMQ
If you had these, you would have caught it a lot sooner and had a smaller disaster.
Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0081UR76G/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/176-6872666-1743244?fp=1&pc_redir=1427641992
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I would get one of these. https://www.amazon.com/Floodstop-Auto-Shutoff-FS3-4NPT-v4/dp/B00EA426X6
My uncle was out of town and asked me to check on his house. The water heater was spilling so much water it was shooting out the side of the house and raining in the kitchen. I have these on my two water heaters in the attic, cheap insurance. It shuts off the cold water input, which slows the rate of the leak.
I also wouldn't replace until it dies unless you are having problems with it. I replaced the drains on ours with brass dump valves and flush them about once every six months. That was only about $60 in parts.
Get something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Crosse-Alerts-926-25101-GP-Wireless-Monitor/dp/B0081UR76G
You can probably do a lot with the alerts it can send out.
If I was you I would use VNC viewer to remote into all of my machines to shut them down if that is needed. You can also get power bricks that you can remotely access. Since you spent the money on 100GPUs you should probably set something like this up anyway.
The Aeotec one works with Wink. Tested myself and works great.
I use the Smartthings water sensor (link ), alerts come straight to my phone.
I use this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006TG9W4Y
You attach the end of the cable above the water line you would normally accept before the pump kicks in. When it gets wet it sends an event to the hub and you can send a notification.
Oh hey, I just figured a solution to this!
This monitor is $100 and then $5/month and sends temp updates up to every 20 minutes. Seems to have good reviews and the cheapest solution as far as I can tell.
buy a water detector for behind the fridge and dishwasher.
I used these after I had a washer feed line hose leak and come through my kitchen ceiling. Wrap a little tissue around it and it'll cause the tissue to soak up moisture and put it in contact with the sensor. It'll alert to practically any liquid moisture.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LXR0B8Q/
I use this with Wink. It shows up as a "Leak Sensor" and has saved my ass once so far. Well, saved me from major damage. There was a leak but I got the phone alert and managed to stop it within a minute rather than it going for hours or days. Water heater blew, it was a big deal. It is still on the original battery after two years. You can test it just by setting it on your hand - if the metal prongs on the bottom detect any conductivity it goes off. Beeps loud and your wink notifications will go off on your phone.
Sorry if this doesn't help.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00H3TJ3P4
I use it with a Wink 2 hub
Maybe something like this but put it on something the height of the level you want to detect?
It's not clear to me how I would use that float switch. I guess the 25mm refers to the diameter, but the standpipe is about 2" wide and the drain hose from the washer is just smaller than that; there is no room for anything else.
I could use a relay like the one you linked with a separate moisture sensor device, but I will probably just get this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00988NOV2.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0081UR76G?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title