Freeze Detection That Saves Thousands: Meet the PowerG + Water Tile

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The Hidden Cost of Winter Water Damage

Did you know that water damage is more common than fire in U.S. and Canadian homes?1/2

In fact, 14,000 homes experience non-weather-related flooding every single day3. That includes pipe bursts, appliance leaks, and plumbing failures, many of which are triggered or worsened by freezing temperatures.

The numbers are staggering:

  1. $13 billion in annual insurance payouts for internal water damage4
  2.  An average claim of $13,954 per incident5
  3.  98% of basements will experience water damage at some point6

And the worst part? Much of this damage is preventable.

Meet the PowerG + Water Tile with Freeze Detection

The PowerG + Water Tile is a smart, wireless sensor designed to detect both water leaks and freezing conditions before they turn into disasters. This compact device is a game-changer for winter preparedness, offering:

  • Freeze Detection at 41°F (5°C): Get alerts before pipes freeze and burst.
  • Instant Leak Alerts: Audible notifications and external sensing cables help catch leaks early.
  • Long-Range Communication: Thanks to PowerG technology, it works reliably even in large homes and basements.
  • Up to 5 Years of Battery Life: Set it and forget it until it saves the day.
  • Tool-free Setup: Easy to install, easy to maintain.

One installer put it best:

“We find [the PowerG + Water Tile] WAY easier and less time-consuming to install than the old models… the low temp and buzzer feature make it so much easier for clients to respond in real-time.”

Smarter Protection with Seamless Integration

Pair the Water Tile with the IQ Panel and IQ Water Valve for a fully automated water mitigation system:

  1. Leak or freeze detected by the Water Tile
  2. Alert sent through the IQ Panel
  3. Water shuts off automatically by the IQ Water Valve

It’s a proactive approach that can save homeowners thousands, and a whole lot of stress.

Winter is coming. Are you ready?

As we head into the colder months, now is the perfect time to think about freeze detection. Whether you’re a homeowner looking to protect your investment or a dealer helping customers winterize their homes, the PowerG + Water Tile is a smart, simple solution that delivers peace of mind.

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References:

  1. Accomsure. “19 Canadian Property Damage Statistics All Adjusters Need to Know”  https://www.accomsure.com/resources/property-damage-statistics/
  2. Insurance Journal. “Travelers Finds Water Damage Ten Times More Likely Than Fire” https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2010/09/17/113337.htm
  3. iPropertyManagement. ‘Water Damage Statistics.’ https://ipropertymanagement.com/research/water-damage-statistics
  4. Insurance Information Institute. ‘Facts + Statistics: Homeowners and Renters Insurance.’ https://www.iii.org/fact-statistic/facts-statistics-homeowners-and-renters-insurance
  5. Hanover Insurance. ‘2023 Home Water Damage Prevention Report.’ https://www.hanover.com/2023-home-water-damage-prevention-report
  6. Basement Defender. ‘Water Damage Statistics: A Look at Flooded Basements in the US.’ https://basementdefender.com/learning-center/water-damage-statistics-a-look-at-flooded-basements-in-the-us
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