Stop Water Damage Before It Starts - Automatic Leak Detection & Shutoff

An automatic water shutoff system combines leak detection sensors with a motorized valve on your main water line. When sensors detect moisture, they instantly send an alert to your control hub, which triggers the motorized valve to close within 5-10 seconds—stopping water flow before significant damage occurs. This prevents the thousands of dollars in water damage remediation costs from burst pipes, failed water heaters, or leaking appliances. Unlike systems that only alert you, automatic shutoff actually stops the problem immediately, whether you're home or hundreds of miles away.

Our complete water damage protection kit includes everything you need: one Home Assistant Green control hub (pre-configured with Z-Wave), one Zooz Z-Wave 800 controller, six Zooz water leak sensors with instant detection, one Zooz Titan motorized water valve actuator with Z-Wave Long Range 700 series, one backup battery for the valve (protection during power outages), and 45 days of professional setup assistance. You'll also need a standard ball valve (available at any hardware store for $20-40) for the main water line installation. All hardware ships in one box—no monthly fees, no subscriptions, just complete protection.

According to insurance industry data, the average water damage claim exceeds $11,000, with professional water remediation services ranging from $2,000-$5,000 for even minor leaks. This includes flooring replacement, drywall removal, mold remediation, furniture damage, and increased insurance premiums. Our water damage protection kit costs a one-time investment of less than $1,500—potentially saving you tens of thousands in water damage cleanup costs, plus the stress and disruption of dealing with contractors and insurance claims for weeks.

Strategic sensor placement targets high-risk areas where water damage typically starts: near your water heater (one of the most common failure points), behind washing machines (hose connections wear out), under kitchen and bathroom sinks (leaks can go unnoticed for days), in basements and crawl spaces (foundation leaks and sump pump failures), near refrigerators (ice maker lines can crack), and around toilets and shower pans. Our kit includes six sensors to cover these critical areas. During professional setup assistance, we'll help you prioritize placement based on your home's specific layout and risk factors. Additional sensors can be purchased for $49 each if you need more coverage.

Yes! That's exactly why we include battery backup and local control. Your system continues protecting your home even during power outages or internet failures because everything runs locally on your Home Assistant hub—no cloud connection required. The backup battery keeps the automatic shutoff valve operational, sensors continue monitoring, and the system can still close the main water line if a leak is detected. This is a critical advantage over cloud-dependent systems that become useless when internet goes down—often exactly when you need protection most, like during severe weather that causes both power outages and frozen pipe failures.

The Zooz water leak sensors detect moisture in seconds. Once triggered, they send an instant Z-Wave signal to your Home Assistant hub, which commands the Zooz Titan motorized valve actuator to close. The entire process—from leak detection to complete water shutoff—takes just 5-10 seconds. This rapid response prevents the gallons of water flow that cause extensive damage. Compare this to discovering a leak hours or days later: a water heater leak flowing at just 1 gallon per minute becomes 1,440 gallons in 24 hours, enough to destroy an entire basement.

Most homeowners can install this system themselves with our included professional setup assistance. The leak sensors are battery-powered and simply place on floors near risk areas—no tools required. The motorized valve actuator attaches to a standard ball valve on your main water line. If you're comfortable with basic plumbing (like replacing a faucet), you can install the ball valve yourself. If not, any licensed plumber can install it in about 30-60 minutes. Our setup assistance walks you through sensor placement, valve installation guidance, system configuration, alert setup, and testing—giving you professional installation quality at DIY-friendly pricing.

No monthly fees. Ever. You pay once for the complete kit and the system is yours—no subscriptions, no hidden costs, no recurring charges. This is a critical difference from cloud-based systems like Flo by Moen or Phyn that require ongoing subscriptions for full functionality. Our privacy-first, local-control approach means you own all the hardware outright, your data stays on your hub (not on someone else's servers), and your protection never expires. The only potential future costs are replacement sensor batteries (every 2-3 years at about $3 per battery) or additional sensors if you want to expand coverage.

Absolutely! Many of our clients are landlords, property managers, and vacation home owners who use this system to protect investment properties. You'll receive instant mobile alerts if there's a leak, and the automatic shutoff prevents costly water damage cleanup between tenant visits or while you're away for months. The system is especially valuable for rental properties because it prevents the single biggest insurance claim risk—water damage that can wipe out months of rental income. For vacation homes in cold climates, it's essential protection against frozen pipe disasters that often go undetected until thousands of dollars in damage has occurred.

Your kit purchase includes 45 days of expert support after delivery to ensure everything is working perfectly. We help troubleshoot any issues, optimize sensor placement if needed, adjust alert settings, and answer questions about system operation. After the initial support period, we offer optional maintenance packages and per-incident support for customers who want ongoing professional assistance. Most customers find the system requires minimal maintenance—just occasional battery replacements and periodic testing, which we'll train you to do yourself during setup.

Leak sensors alone only alert you to a problem—they don't actually stop it. If you're sleeping, at work, or on vacation, an alert may come too late to prevent significant damage. Our complete system with automatic shutoff acts immediately: sensors detect moisture, the hub processes the signal, and the motorized valve closes your main water line within seconds—all without human intervention. This is the difference between catching a leak early (minimal cleanup) and discovering it hours later (thousands in water damage remediation costs). The automatic shutoff valve is the critical component that transforms detection into prevention.

The kit is built on Home Assistant, the leading open-source smart home platform that integrates with virtually everything. Your water protection system can work alongside existing smart home ecosystems including Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Samsung SmartThings, and hundreds of other platforms. The included Home Assistant Green hub uses Z-Wave 800 Long Range technology for the leak sensors and valve actuator, ensuring reliable communication even in larger homes. Because it's Home Assistant-based, you can create advanced automations like 'if leak detected, shut off water AND turn on basement lights AND send alerts to multiple family members.'

Yes! The kit includes six Zooz 800 Series Z-Wave Long Range water leak sensors to cover the most critical areas in a typical home. Additional sensors can be purchased separately for $49 each and easily added to your existing system through the Home Assistant interface. Common expansions include: adding sensors to second-floor bathrooms, laundry rooms on upper levels, outdoor spigots, utility closets, or around HVAC condensate lines. The Z-Wave mesh network supports dozens of sensors, and the long-range capability ensures reliable communication throughout even large properties.