App Ideas
19 app ideas generated from real business problems. Each idea groups related complaints into a product concept with features, target users, and a revenue model.
ValveFit
A simple tool and guide system for homeowners and plumbers to install valves in tight, obstructed spaces without soldering. It solves the problem of insufficient pipe length and clearance for threaded or push-fit connections.
“Toilet flange sits too high relative to new tile subfloor, requiring modification to avoid tile clearance issues.”
“Installer cannot tighten a threaded shutoff valve because the pipe run is too short and obstructed by a joist, preventing full rotation.”
GuttrCheck AR
Augmented reality app that verifies gutter slope from photos, eliminating manual leveling. Helps homeowners and contractors ensure proper drainage.
“A homeowner needs guidance on proper structural techniques and connectors for attaching a hip roof to a house, especially in a heavy snow-load area.”
“Struggling to achieve proper slope on DIY gutter inside corners, resulting in standing water.”
FitLink Pro
An app that guides plumbers through common tight-space connection scenarios, providing step-by-step instructions and product recommendations. It reduces installation time and errors for PEX, drain, and transition connections.
“Plumber needs a simpler way to install an air admittance valve (AAV) in a tight under-sink cabinet without requiring a specialty fitting saver tool or complex slip-joint configuration.”
“Plumber needs to verify if improvised drain slope is sufficient when space constraints prevent ideal drop.”
GutterGuide AR
Installers waste time manually measuring and adjusting gutter pitch on complex roofs. An AR-powered app that guides gutter alignment on irregular surfaces reduces errors and speeds up installation.
“Need to install a metal roof on two differently-pitched roof sections and cannot afford a professional; unsure how to handle the slope transition to prevent leaks.”
“Gutter termination distance at roof elevation changes is unclear, leading to water management issues.”
PlumbPlan AR
An app that helps homeowners and DIYers plan and configure under-sink plumbing installations by providing 3D visualizations, step-by-step guidance, and product recommendations tailored to their specific sink layout and needs.
“Plumber cannot confirm alignment of glued P-trap before cement sets, risking misalignment and rework.”
“Figuring out how to correctly discharge a condensate pump into a new plumbing configuration without causing code violations or future issues.”
VentPipe TightFit Support
A specialized support bracket for securing vertical vent pipes in narrow crawlspaces without oversized clamps or attic access. This tool requires minimal space and can be installed from below.
“Need a tool to securely support a vertical vent pipe in a narrow crawlspace without accessing the attic or using oversized clamps.”
“Homeowner needs to fit a vent pipe within a standard 2x6 wall cavity without excessive bulk or visible intrusion.”
PlumbPlan Pro
Homeowners and DIYers struggle to plan multi-appliance plumbing layouts for water softeners, filters, and appliances. An interactive, step-by-step tool provides custom diagrams and material guidance for confined spaces.
“A homeowner is struggling to integrate a water softener and other filtration devices into a residential plumbing system with 1.5-inch copper pipes and is uncertain about the feasibility, flow impact, and value of the project.”
“Unsure how to correctly configure first-fix plumbing for a kitchen refurb to integrate a water softener, drinking water filter, dishwasher, and washing machine in a limited space while ensuring proper drain connections.”