Good tip about the meter—I never thought to check that directly. Usually, I just wander around the house suspiciously eyeballing faucets and pipes like they're guilty of something, lol. But seriously, tech is handy, but nothing beats a quick manual check. Last year, the app missed a tiny drip under the sink... my wallet definitely noticed it later. Lesson learned the soggy way.
Checking the meter directly is definitely a solid habit—good catch there. Apps and smart tech are great for convenience, but they're not foolproof yet. One thing I'd suggest is making a quick monthly routine of visually inspecting under sinks, around toilets, and behind appliances. It only takes a few minutes, and catching those sneaky drips early can save you from bigger headaches later. Trust me, I've seen tiny leaks turn into major repairs way too often...
"catching those sneaky drips early can save you from bigger headaches later."
Couldn't agree more. Apps are handy, but nothing beats a quick visual check. I've seen sensors miss slow leaks behind dishwashers—by the time tech alerts you, damage is done. Good call on regular inspections.
Yeah, apps are cool and all, but relying too much on tech can bite you in the end. I've had customers swear their smart sensors were foolproof—until I pulled out a dishwasher and found moldy drywall behind it. Those slow leaks are sneaky little devils, and sensors don't always catch 'em until it's too late. Nothing beats eyeballing it yourself every now and then.
That said, I'm not knocking the tech entirely. Seen some apps save folks from major floods when they're away on vacation. Just gotta remember they're tools, not miracle workers. A quick peek under sinks or behind appliances every few months goes a long way—trust me, your wallet will thank you later...
Good points there. I've found a decent balance by setting reminders every 3-4 months to do a quick walkthrough—checking under sinks, behind toilets, and around appliances. Takes maybe 15 minutes tops. Tech's handy, sure, but nothing beats catching a drip early yourself. Plus, less water waste means lower bills and fewer headaches down the road...win-win in my book.
