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Quick Answer: EcoNet Controls helps reduce Canadian water-damage risk by combining an automatic main water shutoff (Bulldog) with leak sensors (ELS). The clamp-on “valve robot” closes your existing shutoff valve when water is detected—so a burst line or supply leak doesn’t run unattended for hours. Limitation: Local shutoff can still occur, but remote alerts/remote control generally require Wi-Fi/internet/app access.
Want the full model breakdown and installation guidance? Read the EcoNet Bulldog Canada guide.
Compatibility (Read Before You Buy):
- Intended for lever-handle quarter-turn ball valves (90° turn).
- Does NOT fit many multi-turn wheel-handle valves (commonly gate/globe style) or butterfly valves.
- STOP: If you cannot locate the main shutoff, or it won’t turn reliably by hand, stop and call a plumber before relying on any automation.
Use the photo + clearance workflow first: DIY install checklist (Canada).
What you need (minimum “works when it matters” setup):
- Main shutoff automation (Bulldog valve robot or integrated replacement where required).
- Leak sensors at the highest-probability leak points (laundry, water heater/mechanical room, kitchen).
- Power continuity plan for outages (battery/UPS strategy for the controller and (if used) router/hub).
- Test cycle before you trust it (manual valve test + one full open/close + one sensor trigger test).
Featured EcoNet Bulldog products (Canada)
If you want the fastest path to “automatic shutoff + sensors,” start with a kit, then expand coverage with sensor packs and (for outage-prone homes/cottages) backup power.
- EVC300 Wi-Fi Starter Kit (3 sensors) — simple DIY starting point (no hub required).
- EVC400-MW (Matter over Wi-Fi) — broad ecosystem compatibility; ideal when you want Matter/Apple/Google style control paths. (Sensor limits and features vary by SKU—confirm on the product page.)
- EVC200 Z-Wave Valve Robot — for smart-home hub environments (hub required; resilience depends on hub + power plan).
- EVC200-IV (Integrated valve + Z-Wave) — plumbing-required option when you’re replacing the valve anyway.
- ELS100 Leak Sensors (3-Pack) — expand coverage after your first 3 placements (laundry, HWT/mechanical, kitchen).
- BB3K Battery Backup — recommended where outages are plausible (winter storms, rural infrastructure, cottages).
Choose your control path (Wi-Fi vs Matter vs Z-Wave)
| Option | Best for | Important reality | Start here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi (EVC300) | DIY retrofit, straightforward app control | Local shutoff can still occur, but remote alerts/remote control generally require Wi-Fi/internet/app access. | EVC300 kit |
| Matter over Wi-Fi (EVC400-MW) | Cross-platform ecosystems, modern smart home stacks | Plan outage power like a safety system, not a convenience feature. | EVC400-MW |
| Z-Wave (EVC200) | Hub owners and integrators (automation + panels) | Reliability depends on your hub + hub power + network/pairing choices. | EVC200 |
Learn (Canada): EcoNet shutoff + leak prevention guides
Use these guides to choose correctly, prevent returns, and document your system for insurers/condo boards.
- Winter away? Automatic water shutoff for Canadian homes (pillar)
- No internet during a storm? What still works (Canada)
- DIY install checklist (photos, clearance, stop-points)
- Insurance / condo / landlord proof pack (Canada)
- Stiff main shutoff valve test (Canada)
- EcoNet Bulldog Canada: complete model guide
FAQ — EcoNet Bulldog & ELS leak sensors
What valves are compatible? Intended for lever-handle quarter-turn ball valves. Does NOT fit many multi-turn wheel-handle valves (commonly gate/globe style) or butterfly valves. Confirm clearance before ordering.
Does it work without internet? Local shutoff can still occur, but remote alerts/remote control generally require Wi-Fi/internet/app access. If outages matter, build a power continuity plan.
Where should I place sensors first? Start with the water heater/mechanical room, laundry, and kitchen (highest-probability leak points). Then expand to every sink/toilet zone and finished-basement mechanical areas.
What if my valve is stiff? If your shutoff won’t turn reliably by hand, stop and call a plumber. Do not rely on automation to “force” a failing valve.
DIY or pro install? Many homeowners can install on a compatible valve. Use a plumber when access is difficult, the valve is unhealthy, or an integrated replacement is required.
Trade / wholesale in Canada: Apply for dealer access at SimplyControlled.ca for tiered pricing and support.
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