Smart Water Monitors: Why Every Property Owner Needs One

Aaron Duggan • October 17, 2023

Rebates for smart water monitors = water conservation, cost savings, accurate billing, and leak detection!

Water scarcity is a pressing concern for our region, and as populations grow and environmental challenges persist, it's crucial to find innovative solutions to conserve. Additionally, anyone who has ever experienced a water leak that wasn’t caught quickly knows how damaging such a thing can be! One solution to both problems is to invest in a smart water monitor for your rental and personal residence. By enabling real-time monitoring, leak detection, and tips for conservation, smart water monitors offer an easy, affordable, and sustainable approach to saving water and reducing the likelihood of expensive property damage and mold claims.

I first learned about smart water monitors from a client who is on the board of the Helix Water District, the water authority where I live. At that time, Helix Water and Flume Smart Water Monitors had a partnership program where the $150 device ended up, after rebates, being free. More great news: it only took about 5 minutes to install and required no special tools. Some of our owners with rentals in the Helix Water District opted in after we told them about the program and we are in the process of installing these devices for our owners. Other water districts also have rebate programs for smart, water-saving technologies.

These advanced monitoring devices offer, through an easy-to-navigate dashboard on your smartphone, real-time insights into water consumption, empowering consumers to make informed decisions about their usage. And by detecting leaks as soon as they occur and sending alerts, smart water monitors help prevent water loss and property damage. Beyond individual impact, the collective use of smart water monitors contributes to a more sustainable future by conserving water resources and reducing the carbon footprint associated with water infrastructure maintenance.

In a world facing the challenges of climate change and water scarcity, smart water monitors represent a valuable, technology-driven solution. They empower individuals, protect against water waste, and help maintain water infrastructure with greater efficiency. By adopting smart water monitors, we can actively participate in safeguarding our environment and building a more sustainable and resilient future.

We’re in this together!

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