Question: How can I prevent water damage in my home when I'm away on vacation, is there a device that can help?

If you're looking for a device to prevent water damage while you're away on vacation, Flo is a good choice. Flo is a smart water monitoring and shut-off system that connects directly to your main water line. It uses artificial intelligence to spot leaks and other small changes in water usage patterns, and can cut off the water supply to head off problems. The system also sends alerts in real time through the app, phone or email and works with smart home systems like Amazon Alexa and Ring for better protection against water damage.

Another good option is Flume, a smart home water monitor that offers real-time data on your water usage down to the hundredth of a gallon. It's relatively easy to install and offers features like leak detection with alerts, monthly water budgets and integration with Alexa and Google Home. Flume also offers daily and weekly budgets, customizable leak alerts, and shared access, so it can be a good tool to help you avoid water damage.

If you want a more elaborate monitoring system, check out Minut. Although designed for rental property monitoring, Minut can keep tabs on temperature, humidity and noise levels, too, which can help spot water leaks or other problems before they become serious. It's designed to respect privacy with no cameras or other intrusive devices, and it can link to different property management systems so your home or rental is secure while you're away.