What is the Flume Water Monitor, and how does it work?
The Flume Smart Home Water Monitor features a waterproof and battery-powered sensor that fastens to your home’s water meter and continually monitors water usage and detects leaks both indoors and outdoors. The Flume Bridge connects to your home’s Wi-Fi network and communicates with the Flume app on your smartphone. Homeowners can monitor water use in real time, create customized budgets and receive alerts via the app if a leak is detected.
How easy is it to install the Flume Water Monitor?
Property owners typically complete the self-installation process in as little as 10 minutes using the step-by-step instructions. In fact, many of our customers find that simply locating their water meter is the most time-consuming task. No specialized tools or plumbing work is necessary, and our support team will assist you if needed through our in-app chat.
What kind of data can I see with the Flume app?
The Flume app features a dashboard with customizable settings that will provide an overview of your home’s water system. It allows you to easily monitor water usage in real time and review daily, weekly and monthly usage reports. The Flume app checks for any unusual water activity and calculates use by categories such as indoors/outdoors, appliances and more.
Is the Flume Water Monitor compatible with all water meters?
The Flume Water Monitor is compatible with the majority of standard water meters found in residential properties across the United States. We encourage you to use our Check Meter Compatibility tool and check out our video that explains how to install the Flume Water Sensor.
What are the benefits of using the Flume Water Monitor?
The Flume Smart Home Water Monitor helps homeowners monitor and track their water use. The Detail+ feature will illustrate the percentage of water use associated with showers, toilets, dishwashers, sprinkler systems and more. The system helps conserve water and save money by alerting you when leaks occur and preventing property damage that may require thousands of dollars in repairs.
How accurate is the Flume Water Sensor?
Testing conducted by independent labs has confirmed our assertion that the Flume Smart Home Water Monitor is highly accurate. The water sensor is calibrated during the installation and produces precise results that rival those of the latest utility-grade meters.
What is the difference between Flume 1 and Flume 2?
With the introduction of Flume 2, our organization demonstrates our commitment to ongoing product improvement and integration with the latest technology. Flume 2 includes enhancements that prolong battery life, strengthen Wi-Fi connectivity and optimize leak detection capabilities.
How does the Flume Water Monitor detect water leaks?
The Flume Water Sensor is attached to your home’s water meter and uses patented technology to interpret the magnetic field, which correlates with the water flow. Flume detects water leaks by identifying irregular usage activity using machine learning and algorithms. The system detects usage as little as one-hundredth of a gallon, which might result from a dripping faucet, and promptly alerts you through the Flume app.