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If your control panel sounds a local horn but doesn't send you a remote alert, these products close that gap. Both the WiFi Retrofit Kit and the SeptiSense Monitoring System are designed to install inside your existing control panel and add remote notification capability. No new panel required. When a high water condition or power loss occurs, you get notified immediately, wherever you are.
Which Upgrade Do I Need?
| My Situation | Recommended Upgrade |
|---|---|
| My existing panel has available space inside and I want to know immediately if something goes wrong | WiFi Retrofit Kit |
| My existing panel has available space inside and I want WiFi and cellular monitoring, including cellular-only operation for sites without WiFi | SeptiSense™ Monitoring System |
| My existing panel does not have room for a retrofit board, or I need an independent high water alarm with its own weatherproof enclosure and float switch | SeptiSense™ NEMA 4X Control Panel |
WiFi Retrofit Kit vs. SeptiSense Monitoring System
Both products install inside an existing panel and add remote monitoring. The right choice depends on what level of monitoring your application requires.
WiFi Retrofit Kit connects to your panel's alarm outputs and sends email notifications when an alarm condition is detected. WiFi is required for operation. Optional text message and voice call alerts are available for $19.99/year. The straightforward choice for adding basic remote notification to a panel at a primary residence or attended facility.
SeptiSense™ Monitoring System adds Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity in a single board. It can be configured to operate on cellular only for sites where WiFi is not available, making it a practical solution for remote and rural installations. When both WiFi and cellular are available, the unit automatically hops between carriers to maintain the strongest available signal. Onboard supercapacitors keep the unit powered for several minutes after AC power loss, so power-loss alerts are delivered even when the power is out. Event history is recorded and accessible through the Level Sense app or web dashboard. Annual cellular subscription is $70.99 and includes all data and alert services. The right choice for vacation homes, remote properties, rental properties, and any application where a missed alert is not acceptable.
If your existing panel does not have room for either board, the SeptiSense™ NEMA 4X Control Panel provides the same SeptiSense monitoring capability in its own NEMA 4X weatherproof enclosure with a SludgeBoss float switch included. It mounts independently alongside your existing panel rather than inside it.
When Remote Monitoring Matters Most
Vacation homes and seasonal properties -- No one is on-site to hear a local alarm. Remote monitoring is the only way to know a problem exists before returning to a flooded basement or sewage backup.
Rental and multi-unit residential properties -- Tenants may not recognize a control panel alarm or know who to call. An immediate alert to the property owner or manager puts the right person in the loop from the start.
Remote lift stations without SCADA -- Full-time monitoring of a remote lift station typically requires a SCADA system, which brings significant cost and infrastructure requirements that are not practical for every site. SeptiSense provides 24/7 monitoring with immediate alerts for high water, pump fault, and power loss at a fraction of that cost. It can be configured to run on cellular alone when WiFi is not available at the installation site, with no dedicated communication infrastructure required. For municipalities, contractors, and utility operators managing lift stations where SCADA is not justified, SeptiSense is a practical alternative that keeps someone informed around the clock.
Unattended commercial and municipal facilities -- Pump failures at unattended locations go undetected for hours or days without remote notification. Early alerts give you time to schedule service during normal hours rather than paying emergency response rates.
Systems that already have a working panel -- If your panel is in good condition but only provides a local alarm, a retrofit board is the most cost-effective way to add full monitoring without replacing equipment that doesn't need replacing.
Power outages -- The SeptiSense sends an immediate power-loss notification when AC power is interrupted, giving you advance warning before water levels begin to rise.
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