Toilet Tank Leak Detection System
Platform
ESP32 + 4G
Type
IoT / Smart Home
Cloud
Grafana + InfluxDB
Status
Completed
Background
Smart Cloud-Connected Leak Detection for Residential and Commercial Water Systems
The Toilet Tank Leak Detection System was developed to provide an intelligent solution for monitoring water leakage and preventing unnecessary water loss in residential and commercial environments. Undetected leaks in toilet systems can lead to significant water wastage and increased utility costs. This project aimed to create a smart, connected system capable of continuously monitoring conditions and providing real-time insights through cloud-based platforms.
Challenges
Key Project Challenges
1
Early Leak Detection
Identifying subtle anomalies in sensor readings before they escalate into significant and costly water loss events.
2
Reliable Remote Connectivity
Ensuring stable and uninterrupted data transmission over cellular networks across varied installation environments.
3
Continuous Monitoring
Supporting long-term, uninterrupted operation with consistent sensor accuracy and reliable data logging over extended periods.
4
Data Management
Efficiently storing, processing, and visualizing large volumes of time-series sensor data through cloud-based infrastructure.
5
System Integration
Seamlessly combining environmental sensors, embedded hardware, cellular connectivity, and cloud platforms into one unified solution.
Solutions
How We Built It
Our Approach
ESP32-Based IoT Monitor with 4G Connectivity and Cloud Dashboards
A smart monitoring system was developed using the ESP32 as the core controller, integrated with a BG96 modem to enable 4G connectivity for real-time data transmission. Environmental sensors were used to monitor temperature and humidity, helping detect irregular conditions associated with leaks. Data was transmitted to cloud platforms powered by Grafana and InfluxDB, allowing remote monitoring and analysis. Additionally, an SD card module was included for local data logging, ensuring redundancy and reliability even during connectivity interruptions.
Benefits
Value Delivered
Prevents Water Waste
Detects leaks at the earliest stage, stopping unnecessary water loss before it compounds into significant wastage.
Real-Time Monitoring
Provides continuous visibility into system conditions through live cloud dashboards accessible at any time.
Remote Accessibility
Enables full monitoring and oversight from anywhere in the world via connected cloud platforms and cellular data.
Reliable Data Logging
Combines cloud storage with local SD card backup, ensuring zero data loss even during network interruptions.
Scalable Smart Solution
Easily extendable to broader smart home, building management, and infrastructure monitoring applications.
Client Feedback
What the Client Said
"
We manage multiple properties and silent leaks were quietly inflating our water bills for months without us knowing. This system changed that completely — the moment something looks off, the dashboard flags it and we can act before it becomes a real problem. The local logging was a detail we didn't ask for but ended up being exactly what we needed when connectivity dropped. Thoroughly impressed.
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