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FloodStop FS3/8CD Sink (Hot and Cold) Compression Valve FloodStop: Ultimate Leak Protection Review

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Very good

Revainrating 4 out of 5  
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Description of FloodStop FS3/8CD Sink (Hot and Cold) Compression Valve FloodStop: Ultimate Leak Protection

Motorized Full-Port Ball Valve (Two Valves, 3/8 inch Compression Fitting). Control Unit (uses Battery Backup 4 X AA Size not included). One output contact (normally open) that can be connected to an Alarm, Home Automation or Auto-Dialer systems if desired. AC Power Adaptor. Output Contact Wires - approx 3ft to valve and approx 7ft to sensor.

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good product despite misleading instructions and short cord

This product deserves five stars for how it works and the damage it can prevent. I therefore recommend it, but deducting a star for some inconveniences. The cables from the control panel to the valves are a meager 30 inches long — too short to get from the plumbing around the under-sink chaos to the area accessible for control panel installation. . I would suggest adding 9ft extensions to your order (too long for this use) - except Revain doesn't sell them. An outlet under my sink was supposed…

Pros
  • Water detector and alarm
Cons
  • Requires outlet

Revainrating 3 out of 5

OK, but there are problems

Basically a great product - it saved me from a flood when my reverse osmosis system broke down. It's also easy to install and use - it's standalone. If you install it in a difficult spot, it's not his fault. I use one set in the kitchen and the second set (different part number) in the washing machine. In practice it could be better. Build quality varies widely; On the last kit purchased, one of the internal seals (around the ball valve) was obviously deformed. A simple visual inspection of the

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  • Tools and Housewares
Cons
  • I'll write later

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Peace of mind with sink filter and instant hot water dispenser

Last year I installed a Ready Hot instant hot/cold water dispenser paired with a Filtrete Maximum undercounter water filter. Online reviews of both items indicated that leaks could be an issue. To avoid possible damage and have more security, I installed Flood Stop along with both. I also installed an Xtreme Mats Under Sink Kitchen Cabinet Rug under the sink to better contain leaks and ensure they are found quickly with Flood Stop. The instructions for the FloodStop weren't very good (they…

Pros
  • Home sensors and alarms
Cons
  • poorly thought out