Prevent Water Leak Damage with an Automatic Water Shut-Off Syste

What would happen if you were away from your home for a few days and major water leak occurred? Unfortunately, this can happen, causing thousands of dollars in water damage and replacement costs. It is estimated that 2.5 million homeowners are victim to preventable flood damage from water leaks, causing billions of dollars in repairs. Although some damages may be covered by insurance, you may lose precious items like photos that cannot be replaced. A home automatic water shut-off system can prevent this from happening to you.

How Automatic Water Shut-Off Systems Work

With advanced technology, automatic water shut-off systems are very effective in preventing flooding from water leaks. These systems use strategically placed sensors throughout the home to detect water leaks, then shut off the water supply before major damage can occur. This is extremely beneficial to any homeowner that is often away from the home, giving them peace of mind while they are away.

Many of the new systems use wireless technology to send signals from the sensors to the automatic shut-off valves. These systems can often be incorporated into home automation systems, allowing homeowners to be notified by computer or smart phone when there is a water leak in their home. This is a major breakthrough in preventing extensive water damage and is a worthwhile investment into protecting your valuables.

Talk to your local plumber about the installation of an automatic water shut-off system in your home. In some cases, you may even qualify for a discount off your home insurance once the system is installed. It is the best way to protect your home from interior water damage from unexpected leaks.

Posted on behalf of:
Metro Septic LLC
1210 N Tennessee St
Cartersville, GA 30120
(678) 873-7934

Fixing Water Leaks In Your Home

A small water leak in your home such as a dripping faucet may not seem like much, but over time several small household water leaks can add up to a lot of water and money down the drain.  According to the EPA, the average home wastes about 10,000 gallons of water per year due to water leaks.

By correcting water leaks in your home, you can conserve water and save big on your water bills.  Most water leaks can be easily repaired by a good plumber.  In some cases, you may be able to fix the leak yourself.

Common types of leaks include dripping faucets and leaky toilet flappers.  More serious leaks include a leaky water supply line or a leaky lawn irrigation sprinkler system.  Many small leaks can go unnoticed for years.  One way to check for leaks in your home is to make sure all water using appliances are turned off (don’t forget the icemaker) and read your water meter.

Check the water meter again after a couple hours.  If the reading has changed, you have a leak somewhere.  Faucet, tub and shower leaks are easy to spot.  Have your plumber repair the leaky faucet or replace it with a new low flow fixture for even more savings.

A few drops of food coloring in each toilet tank will tell you if your flapper valves are leaking.  If the water in the bowl changes color, then your flapper valve needs to be replaced.

If your water meter still indicates a leak after repairing all of the indoor leaks, then the problem may be in your lawn irrigation system or your water supply line.  Your plumber can isolate these systems, locate the leaks, and go over your leak repair options.