Water damage is one of my biggest fears as a homeowner. With hardwood floors throughout my house, even a small leak could turn into a massive repair bill and a huge inconvenience. A slow drip from a sink can quickly become thousands of dollars in damage for your floors and cabinets. Thankfully, with a HomeKit-enabled flood sensor from FIBARO, you can catch leaks early and avoid a major headache. The FIBARO water leak sensor is one of my oldest HomeKit devices I am using, but it still works great.
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Why HomeKit for water leak sensors?
With HomeKit integration, the sensor can instantly notify you on your iPhone or Apple Watch whenever a leak starts. It can even break through your Do Not Disturb schedule to make sure you know about it. If you are not home, you will still get the alert right away, giving you a better shot at stopping a leak from causing a major headache.
This week, we are looking at the benefits and features of the FIBARO water leak sensor, how it works with HomeKit, and why it is one of the most important devices you can add to your smart home setup.
How to install the FIBARO water leak sensor
Setting up the FIBARO water leak sensor is simple and only takes a few minutes. Once you unbox it, unscrew the top from the bottom to pull out the battery tab and power it on.
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The next step is to find the HomeKit code that comes in the box. This code is unique to your device and you will need it to pair the sensor with the Home app. Once you have it, open the Home app on your iPhone or iPad, tap the “+” icon, and choose “Add Accessory.” Use your camera to scan the HomeKit code and the app will pick up the FIBARO water leak sensor right away.
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