{"id":2223,"date":"2013-01-04T11:00:58","date_gmt":"2013-01-04T16:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/?p=2223"},"modified":"2015-02-12T17:53:44","modified_gmt":"2015-02-12T22:53:44","slug":"from-hobby-barns-to-hot-tubs-use-a-freeze-alarm-wherever-temperature-is-critical","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/from-hobby-barns-to-hot-tubs-use-a-freeze-alarm-wherever-temperature-is-critical\/","title":{"rendered":"From Hobby Barns to Hot Tubs, Use a Freeze Alarm Wherever Temperature is Critical"},"content":{"rendered":"

In an unoccupied home or vacant vacation cottage, a freezing pipe that bursts can destroy faucets and plumbing and spray gallons of icy water on furniture, floors and walls.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Investing in a freeze alarm<\/a><\/strong> is one of the most effective and inexpensive ways for homeowners to get warnings if the indoor temperature drops unexpectedly. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0There are many other places, in addition to homes, where temperature stability is critical and a freeze alarm<\/a><\/strong> can be useful for low temperature alerts.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Here are a few scenarios that may apply to you:\"Use<\/a><\/p>\n

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Barns<\/em><\/h2>\n

Whether you have a hobby farm with pet goats or a farming business with valuable livestock, protecting animals, plumbing and supplies from freezing temperatures is vital.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 An advanced freeze alarm, such as the Sensaphone 400<\/a><\/strong> with adjustable temperature set-points, power outage notification, remote programming and the ability to call in to hear current temperature, is a very good choice for barns.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 In a remote barn with no landline phone, a cellular terminal<\/a><\/strong> can be used for communications.<\/p>\n

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Outdoor Hot Tubs and Spas<\/em><\/h2>\n

Freeze damage to a hot tub or spa is a costly repair.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 If you plan to use your tub or spa during the winter, follow the manufacturer\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s cold weather operating instructions and be sure to check the water temperature at least once a day to make sure the heater is functioning properly.<\/p>\n

To monitor water temperature in the hot tub without having to go outside, set up a remote digital thermometer with a low temperature alarm.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Try LaCrosse Technology\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s Online Temperature and Humidity Wireless Alert System<\/a><\/strong> (with a wet probe) \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 it transmits temperature readings wirelessly to your computer and notifies you via e-mail or text message if the temperature of the water drops too low.<\/p>\n

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Garages<\/em><\/h2>\n

\"HomeSitter<\/a>The temperature inside an unheated, detached garage can get mighty cold in the wintertime.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Many business owners and homeowners use garages to store temperature-sensitive supplies and equipment and rely on portable heaters to combat sub-zero weather.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 This approach usually works fine until the heater trips the circuit breaker or there\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s a power outage. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Even refrigerators and freezers housed in unheated attached garages are affected by the cold, especially newer, energy-efficient models.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 If the garage temperature drops below the operating minimum, the compressor might not turn on and food in the freezer may spoil.<\/p>\n

The solution is a cellular freeze alarm<\/strong> like the\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0the HomeSitter TEC<\/a>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>or the\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0DIY Cellular Alarm for Homes<\/a>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>that monitor for low temperatures and power outages and send text message alerts to multiple emergency phone numbers.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 To receive alerts inside your home that there\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s a power outage where your garage refrigerator or freezer is plugged in, use the Power Failure \/ Failed Circuit Alarm<\/a>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong>that sounds an extra loud buzzer if that outlet loses power.<\/p>\n

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\"Sensaphone<\/a>Greenhouses<\/em><\/h2>\n

Regardless of whether you\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2re running a large commercial growing operation or have a small backyard greenhouse, keeping your plants alive and healthy requires the best possible growing environment, making a freeze alarm a must-have piece of equipment for temperature control in the winter months.<\/p>\n

Like the barn application, you\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2ll want an advanced freeze alarm for your greenhouse. For commercial greenhouses, the Sensaphone 400<\/a><\/strong>\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0which has four alarm inputs that can be connected to a variety of sensors to monitor temperature, water on the floor, humidity and much more.<\/p>\n

For home greenhouses, the affordably-priced Deluxe Freeze Alarm<\/a><\/strong> is a good choice.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 If there\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s no landline phone connection in the greenhouse, choose the Sensaphone 682<\/a><\/strong> with a built-in cellular dialer. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Or, simply add a cellular terminal<\/a><\/strong> and hook up the freeze alarm of your choice.<\/p>\n

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\"PhoneAlert<\/a>Apartments and Condos<\/em><\/h2>\n

An apartment in a multi-family building is just as vulnerable to damage from freezing pipes as a stand-alone house.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 If you plan to leave your apartment or condo unoccupied for any length of time this winter, installing a freeze alarm is a good precaution.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 For under $100, you can get a fixed-temperature freeze alarm<\/a><\/strong> that will send out phone alerts when the temperature is approaching the danger level (usually around 40\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0to 45o\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<\/sup>F).\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Some models, like the PhoneAlert Power Failure, Freeze, & Flood Monitor<\/a><\/strong>, \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0automatically call up to three phone numbers when there is a threat of freezing temperatures or a power outage. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0This freeze alarm can also monitor for water leakage and flooding.<\/p>\n

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Summary<\/em><\/h2>\n

Many freeze alarms are multi-functional<\/a><\/strong> and can do more than just monitor for low temperatures.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 Some models let you hook up sensors to monitor for flooding as well motion sensors to protect against break-ins.\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0 For a comprehensive look at a variety of freeze alarms and their features, go to the Freeze Alarms Comparison Chart<\/a><\/strong> on the diycontrols.com website.<\/p>\n

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