The HydroStopper with its water sensor constantly monitors the space under the washing machine for water leakage. If the sensor detects water, the Hydrostopper immediately closes the water supply to the washing machine
Princeton, NJ– April 15 2002 — A new product called HydroStopper, introduced by FlowStop, Inc., helps to reduce the anxiety many homeowners have about coming home from work or vacation and finding damage caused by a burst washing machine hose. The HydroStopper is a shut off valve, guaranteed to cut-off the water supply at the source as soon as the attached sensor detects any kind of water resulting from any kind of malfunctioning, be it hose breakage or machine overflow.
“We’re excited about this novel device because it addresses a concern that home owners have. According to a survey, done by FlowStop, over 60% of homeowners are concerned about a washing machine hose breaking. There’s currently nothing quite like it on the market,” said Robert Collette, HydroStopper discoverer and President of FlowStop, Inc. “Washing machine hoses can burst anytime, causing thousands of dollars worth of water damage to floors, walls, furniture, and electronics. Installing HydroStopper is one way homeowners can create the peace of mind in knowing that their precious possessions won’t be destroyed by a mishap that could have been avoided.”
It should be installed on both the hot- and cold-water faucet in the laundry room. HydroStopper is a well-known and valued device that has been available in the European market for over 10 years.
When installed properly, the HydroStopper with its water sensor constantly monitors the space under the washing machine for water leakage. If the sensor detects water, the Hydrostopper immediately closes the water supply to the washing machine.
According to Robert, “Every year families have their homes ruined and their lives overturned by water damage and the subsequent repairs. These occurrences are always unexpected and the cost of repairs can sometimes run into the tens of thousands of dollars.”
The Insurance Industry estimates that washing machine hose failures account for in excess of $150 million worth of damage to homes in the United States and Canada per year.
Some insurance companies may even offer discounts to people who install products like the HydroStopper in their homes.” FlowStop’s’ HydroStopper will be marketed to new homebuilders, co-op associations, operators of multi-family residences and directly to consumers as well through the Internet at www.flowstopinc.com. The HydroStopper will retail for approximately $89.95 per set, which includes one (1) each for the hot- and cold-water faucet.
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