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title: 4 Smart Home Flood Detection Tips To Avoid Water Damage Expenses
description: Homeowners want to be safe and efficient. By following these 4 smart home flood detection tips, you could avoid expenses caused by water damage.
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# [4 Smart Home Flood Detection Tips To Avoid Water Damage Expenses](https://www.clarecontrols.com/learn/4-smart-home-flood-detection-tips-to-avoid-water-damage-expenses)

 Written by [Clare Controls](https://www.clarecontrols.com/learn/author/clare-controls) | Apr 17, 2017 6:31:33 PM

Homeowners want confidence in the function of their utilities and appliances. When you invest a lot of time and money into making sure that your home is protected, you shouldn’t have to guess when things aren’t working properly. According to insurance industry research, the average water damage claim is nearly $7,000. It’s important to take measures to make sure that you can catch leakage problems before it's too late.

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](https://www.clarecontrols.com/learn/7-smart-lighting-tips-that-will-make-your-life-easier)**[By following these 4 smart home flood detection tips, you could avoid the painful expenses that water damage causes.](https://www.clarecontrols.com/learn/7-smart-lighting-tips-that-will-make-your-life-easier)**<https://www.clarecontrols.com/learn/7-smart-lighting-tips-that-will-make-your-life-easier>  
1. Place A Water Sensor Under The Sink**

Is your faucet leaking? Don't worry about checking anymore. Customize your home to automatically alert you when water is detected. Don't lose sleep or money, know exactly when there is a leak.

**2. Receive A Text, Push Notification, Or Email If Your Air Conditioner Pan Overflows**

Don’t worry about coming home to a broken A/C unit to find that the pan is full of water. . Your smart home can alert you when water is detected before the problem becomes a more expensive issue. Don't lose sleep or money, know exactly when there is a leak.

**3. Place A Water Sensor Under Toilet**

Running toilets can cause your water bill rack up substantially. Don’t worry about wasting water, have your smart home automatically alert you when water is detected.

**4. Your Sump Pump Can Let You Know If The Basement Is Starting To Flood**

Is your storage safe in the basement? Don't worry about water ruining your furniture or clothes. Customize your home to automatically send you a notification if your basement starts to flood. Don't worry about making your things waterproof.

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