David Priest is an award-winning writer and editor who formerly covered home security for CNET. $50 is too much for a basic water and temperature sensor. And since both of those functions have major ...

Don't wait for a burst pipe. These budget-friendly devices can help you avoid flooding and expensive repairs.

This smart gadget will send alerts to your phone if water is detected and sound a loud alarm so you won’t miss it.

Which water leak sensor is best? A silent water leak can cause thousands of dollars’ worth of destruction before you stumble upon it, making a water leak sensor one of the biggest cost-saving tools ...

Few home problems are as insidious as hidden water leaks: It's easy to miss them until there's widespread damage, and after-effects can include pricey mold problems. That's why I'm so glad there's a ...

Water can cause a lot of damage to your home. Keep it in the sinks and pipes, and it does fine. Once it gets on the floor, in the walls, or through the insulation, it starts to cause rot, ruin ...

Not every home-automation device, sexed up, looks as desirable as a smart thermostat. A Wi-Fi-connected water sensor, however it’s dressed, is still a lowly water sensor serving daily sentry over a ...

Meross has launched a new smart water leak sensor. The Meross Smart Water Leak Sensor MS405HHK has two probes for accurate detection, and a loud dual alarm system to alert you to leaks, although it’s ...

Now with Thread, the updated Eve Water Guard offers dependable leak detection for Apple users, provided the wired design fits your needs. If you’re in the market for a Thread-enabled water leak ...

It’s pricey, but the LeakSmart’s ability to integrate into broader smart-home systems and its relatively inexpensive optional water shutoff valve help this leak detector stand out. Getting notified of ...

Here is another interesting hobby circuit built around the popular and inexpensive 555 IC. It is nothing but a water sensor, which you can be configured as a rain alarm, water tank overflow alarm, ...