Early Water Leak Detection for Multifamily Residential Properties
Remotely detect water leaks before they cause damage with smart early water leak detection.
The leading water leak detection solution for multifamily properties
Relying on tenants to report water leaks is a high-risk strategy. And when you discover that 70.2% of multifamily operators' insurance claims in 2022 involved water damage, it just seems like a bad bet. To protect your building - and your portfolio's bottom line - you need a reliable water detection solution that relies on technology, not humans.
Severn WLD™ is a smart water leak detection system that automatically reports where a leak is, even before your tenants are aware of it. It uses smart technologies to precisely detect and locate leaks in your buildings, and immediately alerts you when one is found, allowing you to make repairs well before significant damage is done.
Protect your buildings from disruptive and expensive water leaks. Proactively monitor and detect leaks in your properties, and repair them before major damage occurs.
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Automatically detect leaks, before they're visible
Stop relying on tenants to notice or report water leaks. Automatically detect genuine leaks - even when they're small - and avoid major property damage.
Achieve greater operational efficiency for your portfolio
Detect and repair leaks early, before they require significant, expensive repairs. Reduce or reallocate maintenance spend. Increase tenant satisfaction. Decrease tenant churn.
Remotely monitor properties for water leaks, in real time
Avoid the cost and inconvenience of manual inspections. Get an accurate view of where and when leaks occur, in real time, within properties and across your portfolio.
Minimize false positives & unnecessary site callouts
Detect genuine leaks - not false positives. Understand leak severity and react accordingly: respond immediately when it's severe, but schedule maintenance for minor leaks.
Enhance decision-making through higher quality data
Better understand where and when leaks occur. Identify factors that increase the likelihood of leaks in your portfolio: across floor plans, suppliers, or even components.
Strengthen your buildings' sustainability & green credentials
Significantly reduce both water loss, and the carbon footprint associated with major leak-related repairs. Then use your enhanced sustainability credentials to attract tenants.
Minimize maintenance tasks
Just install and start monitoring immediately! There's no regular maintenance required, and the average battery life for each device is 6 years.
Enjoy a standalone LoRaWAN® network
Enjoy cloud connectivity for your water leak detection data without needing to set up Wi-Fi. Deploy an independent network in minutes, knowing it won't interfere with other infrastructure.
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MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL WATER LEAK USE CASES
Where multifamily operators use Severn WLD
Multifamily residential owner operators install Severn WLD to monitor anywhere a leak is likely, costly, or both - including:
- Mechanical rooms
- Water tanks
- Fire protection systems
- Sump pits
- HVAC
- Utility areas
- Elevator pits
- Plumbing & drainage systems, including pipes, flanges, and fittings
- Risers
- Sinks
- Washers & dryers
- Restrooms and bathrooms
- Kitchens, including near dishwashers, fridges, and freezers
FAQs about water leak detection for multifamily residential buildings
Why is water leak detection important in multifamily properties?
Multifamily buildings have shared infrastructure, stacked plumbing systems, and dense occupancy - all of which makes them especially vulnerable to undetected leaks. Early leak detection helps prevent water damage, mold, costly insurance claims, and tenant disruption.
How does a smart water leak detection system work in apartment buildings?
Smart leak detection systems use sensors installed in high-risk areas (like kitchens, bathrooms, and utility closets) to detect the presence of water.
These sensors send real-time alerts to building managers or maintenance staff, enabling immediate response before the damage spreads across units or floors.
Where should water leak sensors be installed in a multifamily property?
Ideal locations for water leak sensors in multifamily buildings include under sinks, behind washing machines, near water heaters, under HVAC units, and in crawl spaces or basements. Common areas like laundry rooms, fitness centers, and shared restrooms should also be monitored.
Can I monitor multiple units or buildings from one system?
Yes, LAIIER's centralized dashboard allows property managers to monitor multiple units, floors, or even entire buildings from one interface. This makes it easy to track water leak sensor status, receive alerts, and manage maintenance remotely across a portfolio.
Is LAIIER's water leak detection system suitable for retrofitting older buildings?
Absolutely! our wireless water leak sensors can be installed with minimal disruption, and do not require major renovations. This makes them ideal for upgrading older multifamily properties with modern water leak monitoring capabilities.
Will tenants be disrupted during installation or maintenance of LAIIER's water leak sensors?
No. Installation of LAIIER's water leak sensors is quick and non-invasive. The system operates silently in the background without impacting tenant living spaces or routines, without requiring any regular maintenance.
What happens when a water leak is detected - how are we notified?
Notifications are sent via email and/ or SMS to nomi9nated members of your facilities management team.