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Originally Posted by bob.goble2@gmail.com
I am a tech geek, so I also purchased:
1) wifi garage door opener (MyQ). Allows me to remotely open garage door from my phone to let people into the house, without giving garage code. I have used this feature a couple of times.
2) wifi leak detectors to alert of any water backups (I turn off water when not here). I did have a few drops get in the front door seal during hurricane and they alerted me. Opened garage door and neighbor checked and found a small amount of water.
Both are probably overkill...
Camera's allow you to check in and give you piece of mine. I don't use a home watch service.
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The water detectors are great, but if you think turning off the water is good enough you are wrong. The water can also come from a broken float switch and a plugged drain line in your HVAC unit. Take my word for it, a cup of bleach every month in the drain line keeps it clean. Put at least one leak detector in the room closest to your furnace in case it overflows.