Preventing a Flood: The Importance of Regularly Checking Your Water Leak Sensors in Franklin?

9/10/2024 (Permalink)

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Our local North Eugene and Northwest Lane County teams often respond to water damage emergencies in Franklin. With the advent of smart home technology, water sensors can fail and cause water damage, like the story below:

In a modern, smart home equipped with various sensors, the Smiths felt secure knowing they had the latest technology to protect their home. One rainy night, however, their sense of security was shattered. A leak developed in the upstairs bathroom due to a faulty seal in the bathtub. Water began seeping through the floor and into the downstairs living area. The water leak sensor installed under the bathtub was supposed to alert them immediately, but unknown to the Smiths, its battery had died weeks ago.

As the water continued to leak undetected, the water seeped into the ceiling and walls below. They called a restoration service, but the repairs were costly and time-consuming. The hardwood floors had buckled, the drywall had to be replaced, and mold had begun to form in the damp conditions. This scenario illustrates the importance of regularly checking and maintaining all sensors in a smart home. A simple battery check could have prevented thousands of dollars in damage, emphasizing that even the most advanced technology needs routine care to function effectively.

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