Greystar completes Watergate leak detection and prevention pilot
We’re proud to share that Watergate successfully completed a pilot with the global real estate giant Greystar and we’re now rolling out our technology to more properties across their portfolio, with the first few hundred systems already being deployed.
Greystar manages and operates more than $300 billion of real estate in 249 markets globally. It is the largest operator of apartments in the United States and manages more than 893,600 units/beds globally.
The pilot saw Watergate installed across multiple Greystar apartments in London.
Following the pilot, Greystar has decided to leverage Watergate’s Sonic Smart Stopcock, which alerts to the risk of leaks and can automatically shut off the water supply, preventing potential water damage and costly repairs.
Greystar employees and management also use the Watergate companion mobile app and Watergate’s Enterprise Dashboard which allows them to centrally monitor and manage water usage and risks across all locations.
Here’s what Mandisa Khabo, Technical Director, International Development and Operations at Greystar had to say about Watergate:
“We’ve been incredibly impressed with Watergate Sonic’s performance and reliability across our pilot and it has already identified and prevented several leaks. It is revolutionising the way I manage and protect our assets and given me peace of mind. The precision of the leak detection is exceptional, capable of identifying even the smallest leaks that would typically go unnoticed until significant damage occurs.
Its automatic shut off valve sets it apart from other similar products on the market – the moment a leak is detected, the valve immediately shuts off the water supply, minimising the risk of damage. It also supports our wider ESG commitment to reducing on-site water usage and increasing water efficiency across our operations.“
– Mandisa Khabo
Technical Director, International Development and Operations
at Greystar
Mandisa worked alongside her Greystar colleagues, Don Perry, Charlie Lemmon and Andile Ncube on the project.
For our part, we’re happy to be partnering with Greystar to protect their assets and residents. Greystar’s decision to deploy Watergate’s technology at scale demonstrates their leadership in sustainability and innovation.
Collaborating with Mandisa, a true pioneer and thought leader in the industry, has shown how much can be achieved when leading companies work together on prioritising water safety and conservation.
We’re excited to see Greystar joining Watergate’s family of early adopters who understand the urgency of addressing water scarcity and infrastructure resilience. We look forward to expanding our efforts on even more groundbreaking projects together.
Gareth is a self-confessed ‘water geek’ and sits on a number of industry water efficiency working groups. He is head of communications at Watergate.