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With headlines detailing widespread flooding from Alaska to Puerto Rico, people are thinking about how they'd handle high water in their own homes, whether caused by severe weather, a rainstorm, or leaky or broken pipes.

While you can't do much about Mother Nature's forces, you can make sure that your basement or lower lever doesn't flood because of human error. Water damage can be costly, and you can give yourself one less thing to worry about by installing a smart water leak detector to keep tabs on possible leaks and moisture problems in your home.

Not sure what that is? We'll tell you.

An app-controlled water leak detector, like the Moen Flo, the best water leak detector the Reviewed experts have ever tested, means that you'll always be in the know when water leaks or excessive moisture are found in your home. If water comes into contact with the leak detector (or the 4-inch probe attached to the leak detector), you will receive push alerts on your phone. 

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In our testing, we found that the Moen Flo pairs with an easy-to-use app, sends instant alerts, and has a compact design that's great for small spaces, like underneath sinks and behind toilets.

Don't want to leave it on the floor? It comes with an adhesive mount to attach to a nearby wall and probe that can be slid under large appliances like dishwashers and washing machines. 

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Even after being submerged in water, the Moen Flo continued to send alerts, making it a dependable choice for around-the-clock water damage protection. The sensor tone is fairly loud at 80 decibels. When the alarm sounds, the front of the device flashes red to get your attention.

One of the best features of the Moen Flo is the companion app that you can download to your smartphone. It features helpful data insights, including temperature and humidity, to help with moisture control. This is also where you can see the current status of the detector and manage any alerts.

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