Manufacturer | Glentronics, Inc. |
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Part Number | BWD-HWA |
Item Weight | 4.7 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3.25 x 1.25 x 4.25 inches |
Item model number | BWD-HWA |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | Pack of 1 |
Color | Multi |
Material | Multi |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Sound Level | 110 dB |
Included Components | BWD-HWA |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 5 Year Warranty |
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THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG Model BWD-HWA 110 dB Battery Operated Water Alarm
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Color | Multi |
Brand | THE BASEMENT WATCHDOG |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Product Dimensions | 3.25"L x 1.25"W x 4.25"H |
Voltage | 9 Volts |
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- Detects as little as 1/32 in. of water to offer an effective early warning system
- Solid-state circuitry is extremely sensitive and reliable
- Loud 110 dB alarm can be heard throughout the house
- Sensor has a 6 ft. wire so it can be extended into a sump pit, or mounted on a wall
- Accommodates the addition of more than 100 ft. of wire (additional 24-Gauge wire not included)
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Easy to install | 4.8 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.5 | — | 4.6 |
Battery life | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 5.0 | — | 4.1 |
Noise level | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.2 | — | — | 3.9 |
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ASIN | B000JOK11K |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,752 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #3 in Water Detectors & Alarms |
Date First Available | November 1, 2000 |
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Features of The Basement Watchdog Water Alarm
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Place It AnywherePut The Basement Watchdog High Water Alarm (Model BWD-HWA) next to a water heater, under a laundry tub, a sink, or anywhere water damage is likely. The alarm includes 6' of wire, which you can extend up to 100', allowing the sensor to be used in hard-to-reach places. |
Detects Leaks, Big and SmallAll it takes is 1/32" of water to set off a piercing, 110 dB alarm. The problem is detected before a flood occurs or mold can grow. The Basement Watchdog High Water Alarm (Model BWD-HWA) is so sensitive that the moisture from your fingers is enough to set off the alarm. |
Small Investment, Big ProtectionYour small investment gets you big protection. The Basement Watchdog High Water Alarm (Model BWD-HWA) gives you an early warning system that will save thousands in cleanup and repairs by heading off a drip that started under your sink, a broken fridge water line, or a water heater that sprung a major leak. |
30+ Years Protecting Basements
The Basement Watchdog has been protecting homes for over 30 years and continues to lead the pack. We build the most dependable, user-friendly pumps and accessories in the industry using intelligent design, premium components, and quality manufacturing practices that include thoroughly testing every single unit.
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Customers like the sensitivity, quality and value of the leak detector. For example, they mention it's extremely sensitive, works well and is worth the money. That said, opinions are mixed on noise, battery life, water resistance, and ease of use.
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Customers like the quality of the water alarm. They say it works well, is useful, and is a super smart device. They also say it has saved their lives on several occasions and is invaluable. Customers also mention that there have been no false alarms for the 10 alarms in 1 year.
"...These alarms do a very good job, but there are newer wireless sensors that communicate with a central receiver; can alert you through phone or email..." Read more
"...It will protect and warn you of any problems that can occur even even if no one knows what it is they’ll hear the beeping and let you know...." Read more
"...This alarm is awesome. I purchased the optional ac power adapter so I don’t have to worry about batteries...." Read more
"...This is a simple, basic, no app needed water alarm. We bought four and set them up right away. Each uses 9 volt battery not included...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the leak detector. They say it's a simple device that alerts for leaks before any damage is done, and it could save you thousands of dollars. Customers also mention that it'll provide an added sense of security.
"...It's a small price to pay, considering that water damage is often one of the most common home disasters, and often isn't covered by insurance..." Read more
"...make a noise and then I wipe it dry again Definitely definitely worth the investment...." Read more
"...I love the set-up and the added sense of security that this alarm provides...." Read more
"...These little things will save you lots of money in the long run. This is a simple, basic, no app needed water alarm...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the water alarm to be easy. They mention that the concept is simple, the mechanism is simple that it can't fail, and the alarm is easy to hear. They also appreciate the many options for installation, including standalone, a 5-ft+ wired remote sensor, and a battery backup. Customers also mention that it's very easy to check if it'll still work.
"...Just change the battery. Very easy to check if it’s still working I just touch my finger with water on the bottom and I’ll make a noise and then I..." Read more
"...The alarm is loud and noticeable even from my basement. I love the set-up and the added sense of security that this alarm provides...." Read more
"...This is a simple, basic, no app needed water alarm. We bought four and set them up right away. Each uses 9 volt battery not included...." Read more
"...Easy to setup and whenever the surface they are sitting on (like the concrete floor of my basement) gets damp enough, the Watchdog starts howling..." Read more
Customers like the sensitivity of the tool. They say the sensor is extremely sensitive to detecting the slightest bit of moisture. The contacts on the bottom are also very sensitive, allowing the alarm to go off if you simply touch them.
"...I like that this unit is the most sensitive one that I have tested - it will alarm even with the slightest trace of conductance, e.g. dry fingers on..." Read more
"These simple little alarms are incredibly powerful. The alarm is very sensitive to even the slightest bit of water so you will be aware as soon as..." Read more
"...purchased this brand of water alarm in the past and they are a very sensitive alarm. I use them in several places around the house and basement...." Read more
"Very sensitive...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the noise of the product. Some find the alarm very loud and easy to hear, while others say that it's not as loud as a smoke detector and difficult to hear.
"...The alarm is loud, but it is just a steady, very high-pitched tone, which can be hard to hear if you have any hearing loss...." Read more
"...you need to be home to hear them. There are more modern options that are Internet connected." Read more
"...The alarm is loud and noticeable even from my basement. I love the set-up and the added sense of security that this alarm provides...." Read more
"...I filled in the gap with epoxy, and re-installed the battery. No noise, and I hope that the wires didn't get ripped off the circuit board, which is..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the water resistance of the product. Some mention it's a great little device to prevent water damage, while others say that it saved their house from flooding. That said, some say that the product detects even small quantities of wetness immediately.
"nice inexpensive solution for water detection and the alarm is very loud." Read more
"One month after I put it under sink had leak at 12:45 am. Alarm saved house from flooding… several, too many neighbors had recent with months..." Read more
"...mat we use to protect the bottom of the cabinet, so the contacts were not submerged, and the alarm was not loud...." Read more
"...2 contacts on the bottom of this thing and paper towels wick up water very effectively. It seems my setup worked...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use. Some mention the benefit is they detect leaks as soon as they occur, and are extremely effective. They say it's a universal water leak alarm good for many different situations. However, others say that the connections had a crack and was leaking.
"...Water was leaking where the hose connects to the fridge, small amounts of water every time someone filled their cup, but it was adding up...." Read more
"...They respond quickly to any leaks. This is an item that I recommend to all friends and family...." Read more
"...The bathroom sink connection began leaking and the alarm alerted me. Without the alarm, I doubt the leak would have been noticed...." Read more
"...These are super smart devices and have saved us from having numerous water leaks and added water damage...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the product. Some mention it has great battery life, does not pull energy from the battery unless it's being used, and lasts a long time. Others say that the circuit lacks a low-battery warning and that the compartment door slid off with no tool.
"...It doesn't draw any current until it detects water, so if you put in a good quality battery, it will silently guard your house for several years...." Read more
"...or almost completely passive which means that it uses little or no electricity until the 2 contacts on the bottom come in contact with water which..." Read more
"...9 volt battery not included and I just set it up so I did not review the battery life...." Read more
"...One of the units is over a year old and the battery is still good. You should test them periodically. Recommend these!" Read more
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It doesn't draw any current until it detects water, so if you put in a good quality battery, it will silently guard your house for several years. It will work better if you set it on a paper towel, so that any water in the area will be quickly absorbed and will trigger the alarm.
The alarm is loud, but it is just a steady, very high-pitched tone, which can be hard to hear if you have any hearing loss. A warble or beeping tone would be better, but they have a newer model that has a siren that sounds like a smoke detector alarm.
I like that it comes with a built-in six foot cord hidden inside the body, so I can extend the sensor to a hard-to-reach place.
These alarms do a very good job, but there are newer wireless sensors that communicate with a central receiver; can alert you through phone or email even if you are not home; and can even automatically close your main shut-off valve if a leak is detected. It's a small price to pay, considering that water damage is often one of the most common home disasters, and often isn't covered by insurance (as I just found out).
Yes this is a wired sensor although when you see the package you don't see the wire because the wire is hidden inside the unit. 9 volt battery not included and I just set it up so I did not review the battery life.
I attached the sensor with "zip ties" to the sump discharge pipe about an inch above the high water mark (the level when the sump pump starts to run) so if the sump pump fails, we'll get the warning.
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Ojalá que hagan versiones más estéticas.
Il arrive, surtout au printemps, que l'eau monte plus que normal et s'il manque d'électricité ou que la pompe tombe en panne, j'espère être avisé par le son "strident" de l'alarme. J'ai testé le détecteur et il fonctionne normalement.
Reviewed in Canada on May 3, 2023
Il arrive, surtout au printemps, que l'eau monte plus que normal et s'il manque d'électricité ou que la pompe tombe en panne, j'espère être avisé par le son "strident" de l'alarme. J'ai testé le détecteur et il fonctionne normalement.