Notation Labs has received two patents from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for technology used in its LeakSecure smart water protection products. These patents focus on how the system detects leaks, controls water flow, and connects with other devices and services. The company positions these patents as the base for what it calls the next generation of LeakSecure products for homes and small businesses that want more control over water use and leak prevention.
For homeowners, these patents help the LeakSecure device spot leaks early, shut off water in real time, and provide more detailed information about how water is used in the home. For example, the system can identify patterns that might point to a slow pipe leak, a running toilet, or a failed appliance hose. It can also send alerts to phones or other devices, give users control over shutoff valves, and keep a history of events that can be used during insurance claims. Small businesses can use the same tools to protect stock, equipment, and interiors from water damage that might come from plumbing failures or unattended fixtures.
Insurance companies are another focus of these patents. LeakSecure’s patented connections are meant to support programs where policyholders install water protection devices in return for possible premium savings or different policy terms. The data from these systems can help insurers better understand water damage risk at the property level and across groups of properties. Over time, this may shape new types of coverage that depend on real-time risk data rather than only past claims. Notation Labs is positioning LeakSecure as a bridge between property owners, smart devices, and insurers, backed by patents that cover both the technical details of the hardware and the structure of the related data connections.
The first patent covers a system that uses both hardware and software to monitor water flow, spot unusual use, and shut off water when needed. It lays out how sensors track patterns across pipes, fixtures, and appliances, and how the system responds when readings point to a leak or abnormal use. This patent also covers the logic that lets the system move between normal operation and protection modes, such as when the property is vacant or during high-demand periods. The aim is to cut water damage risk while keeping day to day use practical for the owner.
The second patent focuses on how LeakSecure connects with other platforms and services. It includes details about links to insurance carriers, smart home hubs, and building management tools. Through this patented method, LeakSecure can share water usage and alert data with these third parties in a structured way. For example, an insurer can receive data about leak incidents or ongoing risk conditions, and a property manager can see use trends across more than one unit. The patent also covers secure data handling inside this network so that usage records and alerts can be shared without exposing more data than needed.
Notation Labs states that these patents support a broader LeakSecure product roadmap. The company points to new features it is working on, such as more detailed usage analytics, more ways to control water remotely, and improved support for multi-unit properties. With the patent coverage, the company says it can bring these features to market while protecting the approach it uses for sensing, data analysis, and integration with outside systems. The patents are also meant to help the company stand out in a growing field of connected water protection tools.
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