Enzo Raises €4M To Prevent Water Damage With Smart Sensors

The investment will support Enzo’s AI-driven platform, strengthen insurer partnerships and pave the way for international expansion.

The round was co-led by EquityPitcher Ventures and the Start-up BW Innovation Fund & MBG BW, with participation from Silence VC and impact network better ventures, alongside angels Gloria Seibert, Martina Steiner-Samwer, Peter Krachten, and Robert Levenhagen.

“Our solution delivers dual value: economic efficiency through massive claim cost reductions and ecological impact by preventing unnecessary repairs and CO₂ emissions,” says Sascha Wolf Co-founder and CEO of Enzo. “With this new funding, we’ll continue advancing our technology, expanding existing partnerships and preparing for international rollout.”

Enzo’s Seed round mirrors similar early stage activity in Germany such as muffintech’s €3.5 million Seed and Afori’s €4 million pre-Seed reflecting growing investor interest in insurtech. Larger raises like Baobab Insurance’s €12 million Series A in Berlin and Seyna’s €10 million in France underscore Europe’s strong insurance innovation momentum.

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Enzo stands out by focusing on AI-powered IoT sensors for proactive risk prevention tackling water damage before it happens, rather than managing claims after the fact.

“Enzo demonstrates how technological innovation can solve a billion-euro problem – while delivering measurable environmental and economic impact. The team combines deep industry expertise with a strong entrepreneurial drive. These are exactly the kind of Founders we look for at better ventures,” says Tina Dreimann, Co-founder and Managing Director of better ventures.

Founded in 2021 by Sascha Wolf and Marvin Follmann, Enzo a brand of SafeHome develops IoT- and AI-based solutions for safer, more sustainable water use in buildings. Its one.drop technology continuously monitors water systems, detects defects early, and prevents costly damage and waste.

Enzo’s solutions also help insurers reduce claim ratios while promoting long-term water sustainability.

“Water is one of the largest insured risks – and Enzo offers a unique technological and strategic solution to dramatically reduce the enormous volume of claims,” adds Andrea Silberschmidt-Buhofer of EquityPitcher Ventures.

The company notes that water damage is the most expensive issue in residential property insurance, causing around €5 billion in losses annually in Germany. Repairs are also resource-heavy, requiring energy-intensive drying, material replacement, and significant water use.

Enzo’s patented, easy-to-install sensors can be retrofitted in minutes and detect leaks with 40x greater precision than standard water meters. This allows insurers to cut claim costs by up to 70%, while property owners and the environment benefit from reduced waste and resource consumption.

Enzo already works with major insurers including BarmeniaGothaer, Alte Leipziger, INTER, Hiscox, and SV SparkassenVersicherung, with deployments expanding across multiple countries.

Frank Hummler, Investment Manager at Start-up BW Innovation Fund, emphasises: “Enzo delivers a smart, end-to-end solution for a pressing challenge – especially for insurers. The combination of patented sensor technology and AI analytics creates clear differentiation and enormous growth potential. Enzo has what it takes to become a leading player in the market.”

About Enzo

Enzo is a German PropTech and WaterTech startup helping insurers prevent costly water damage. Its AI-powered one.drop sensors detect leaks early, integrate seamlessly with building systems and reduce claim costs. By promoting proactive protection and water sustainability Enzo supports insurers in improving ESG performance and customer satisfaction.