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When it comes to home safety and security, we often think of motion sensing alarms, video monitoring, and keypads, or what might happen if someone were to break into our home. But water damage is among the most common and least thought about dangers to your home. Richmond Alarm can help you reduce the risk of costly water damage through Simple Home Automation.

Water Damage is an Overlooked Risk

Many appliances within the home can be the source of water damage: washing machines, dishwashers, air handlers, water pipes, and hot water heaters. A leak in any of these can cause serious damage to your home which can be costly to repair.  They can also create hazardous conditions which could jeopardize your safety. The longer water damage is left untreated, the greater the risk of mold and mildew which can cause serious health issues as well as potential safety hazards.

Be Prepared to Stop Leaks and Minimize Water Damage

Richmond Alarm offers security system technology with water and flood sensors. These systems detect leaks as they happen and can alert you via your mobile phone, so you'll be able to handle the situation immediately. The longer water damage goes unnoticed in your home, the more damage your home sustains. Early warning could mean the difference between minor repairs and major repairs that involve drywall, flooring, sub-flooring, insulation and even floor joists. An average water damage repair costs around $5000, so it makes sense to prepare ahead of time and to know immediately when a leak occurs.

Reliable Security Systems

An early warning system for water leaks in your home is only beneficial if the system is reliable. Richmond Alarm is an authorized Honeywell dealer and offers remote home monitoring services utilizing Honeywell's Total Connect system. The system works with web enabled mobile devices, making it easy to check in on your home while you are at work or out of town.  

Contact Richmond Alarm 804-276-9259 to learn how your security system can be used to sense a leak so you can take immediate action to prevent major problems.