Purpose
This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the Flume ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive summary of products, platform features, mobile app capabilities, water monitoring technologies, integrations, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.
Flume is a smart water monitoring platform that attaches to an existing residential water meter to provide real-time water usage, leak detection, fixture monitoring, conservation insights, and usage alerts without requiring plumbing modifications. The Flume App allows homeowners to monitor water consumption, detect leaks, and receive notifications from anywhere.
Supported Products
Smart Water Monitors
- Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor
- Flume Pro
- Flume Bridge
Water Monitoring
- Whole Home Water Monitoring
- Water Meter Monitoring
- Leak Detection
- Flow Monitoring
Accessories
- Flume Bridge
- Battery Pack
- Mounting Strap
- Installation Accessories
Mobile Applications
- Flume Water App
Mobile App Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Device Management | Add, organize, rename, and manage Flume devices. |
| Water Monitoring | View real-time water usage throughout the home. |
| Leak Detection | Receive alerts when unusual water activity is detected. |
| Water Usage Reports | Review daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly water consumption. |
| Appliance Detection | Monitor usage from toilets, irrigation, pools, and other fixtures. |
| Notifications | Receive leak, usage, and device alerts. |
| Device Sharing | Share account access with household members. |
| Firmware Updates | Install device software updates. |
Subscription Services
Free Features
- Real-Time Water Monitoring
- Leak Detection
- Water Usage Reports
- Appliance Usage Monitoring
- Device Sharing
- Notifications
- Firmware Updates
- Historical Usage Reports
Flume Insights+ (Supported Regions)
Optional subscription features may include:
- Advanced Water Analytics
- Extended Historical Data
- Enhanced Leak Intelligence
- Conservation Reports
- Water Budget Tracking
- Premium Notifications
Supported Features
Water Monitoring
- Real-Time Water Flow
- Daily Water Usage
- Weekly Water Usage
- Monthly Water Usage
- Annual Water Usage
- Peak Usage Reports
Leak Detection
- Continuous Flow Detection
- Small Leak Detection
- Large Leak Detection
- Running Toilet Detection
- Irrigation Leak Detection
- Appliance Leak Detection
Water Conservation
- Water Budgets
- Conservation Goals
- Water Savings Reports
- Outdoor Water Monitoring
- Irrigation Tracking
Water Protection Features
- Leak Detection
- Continuous Flow Alerts
- Burst Pipe Alerts
- Running Toilet Detection
- High Water Usage Alerts
- Appliance Leak Detection
- Irrigation Monitoring
- Pool Fill Monitoring
- Vacation Monitoring
- Water Waste Detection
Smart Features
| Feature | Description |
| Non-Invasive Installation | Attaches directly to the home's existing water meter without cutting plumbing pipes. |
| Fixture Intelligence | Learns water usage patterns to identify toilets, irrigation systems, pools, washing machines, and other fixtures. |
| Continuous Monitoring | Monitors water usage 24 hours a day. |
| Water Conservation Reports | Provides recommendations to reduce water consumption. |
| Usage Goals | Helps homeowners establish and monitor water conservation targets. |
| Historical Analytics | Displays long-term water consumption trends for the property. |
Water Monitoring Features
- Live Water Flow
- Daily Reports
- Weekly Reports
- Monthly Reports
- Annual Reports
- Appliance Usage
- Leak History
- Irrigation History
- Water Budgets
- Consumption Trends
Automation Features
- Continuous Monitoring
- Leak Detection
- Water Usage Reports
- Vacation Monitoring
- Water Budget Alerts
- Irrigation Monitoring
- Device Sharing
- Maintenance Notifications
- Automatic Firmware Updates
Notification Features
- Leak Detected
- Continuous Flow Alert
- Running Toilet Alert
- High Water Usage Alert
- Irrigation Alert
- Appliance Leak Alert
- Device Offline Alert
- Low Battery Alert
- Firmware Update Notifications
Maintenance Features
- Battery Monitoring
- Firmware Updates
- Device Diagnostics
- Meter Connection Monitoring
- Usage Reports
- Maintenance History
Security Features
- Secure Cloud Communication
- Device Authentication
- Household Sharing Controls
- User Authentication
Privacy Features
- Two-Factor Authentication
- Secure Cloud Services
- Household Sharing
- User Permissions
- Encrypted Communications
Smart Home Integrations
- Amazon Alexa
- Google Home
- Home Assistant
- IFTTT
- SmartThings (community integration)
- Utility Company Programs (supported regions)
Voice Assistant Integration
Amazon Alexa
- Water Usage Status
- Device Status
- Leak Alert Status
Google Assistant
- Water Usage Status
- Device Status
- Water Monitoring
Device Management Features
- Add Devices
- Remove Devices
- Rename Devices
- Household Management
- Device Sharing
- Firmware Updates
- Water Reports
- Usage Analytics
- Diagnostics
- Maintenance History
Common Configuration Categories
- Flume Account Setup
- Flume App Setup
- Water Meter Installation
- Bridge Setup
- Wi-Fi Configuration
- Water Meter Calibration
- Leak Alert Configuration
- Water Budget Setup
- Appliance Detection
- Notification Settings
- Voice Assistant Integration
- Firmware Updates
- Factory Reset
- Device Troubleshooting
Common Customer Requests
- Connect Flume App
- Connect Bridge to Wi-Fi
- Install Flume Sensor
- Pair Water Monitor
- Configure Leak Alerts
- Configure Water Budgets
- View Water Usage
- Monitor Irrigation
- Detect Running Toilets
- Connect Alexa
- Connect Google Home
- Update Firmware
- Share Device Access
- Troubleshoot Offline Device
- Restore Wi-Fi Connectivity
Related Configuration Articles
- Flume – Initial Setup
- Flume – Flume Account Setup
- Flume – Water Meter Installation
- Flume – Bridge Setup
- Flume – Wi-Fi Configuration
- Flume – Water Meter Calibration
- Flume – Leak Alert Configuration
- Flume – Water Budget Setup
- Flume – Appliance Detection
- Flume – Voice Assistant Integration
- Flume – Notification Settings
- Flume – Firmware Updates
- Flume – Factory Reset
- Flume – Device Troubleshooting
- Flume – Offline Device Recovery
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