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DrainFlow Pro
Drain layout guidance app for plumbing DIYers
Need to reroute a plumbing vent stack that blocks a shower wall and floor layout.
Homeowner needs to safely and effectively clear recurring sewer clogs without damaging old interior plumbing or resorting to major disassembly.
Homeowner needs to repair a leaking hose bib from a defunct manufacturer but cannot find an adapter to convert non-standard fine threads to standard 3/4" MHT to attach a vacuum breaker.
Unable to locate the water shut-off valve before starting a tap replacement, risking water spillage and property damage.
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VentRelocator Planner
Homeowner needs to relocate or hide a wet vent stack and water lines during a master bathroom remodel without losing bathroom space or violating Washington state codes.
HoseMate Adapter
Unable to connect a garden hose to kitchen faucet water supply after faucet replacement removed exposed threads.
FlangeDepth Pro
Toilet flange recessed 1.3-1.8 inches below finished floor surface due to subfloor leveling and tile installation, creating uncertainty about proper sealing and risk of loosening.
PlumbVent Pro
Homeowner needs to fix improper AAV installation and venting that causes washer-induced gurgling in a sink, with unclear code compliance.
LeakFree Fridge Line Kit
Need to replace leaking plastic water line to fridge with a more reliable solution but unsure about components and installation method.
PlumbPlan Pro
Homeowner needs to relocate laundry connections 30 inches but lacks knowledge of plumbing code and venting for the move.
ValveFinder Pro
Unable to locate the water shut-off valve before starting a tap replacement, risking water spillage and property damage.
PumpSavvy Select
Homeowner needs an affordable variable speed pump controller to replace an aging well pump and is uncertain which model works with their setup.
BasinSeal Pro
Groundwater leaking into basement ejector pump basin around inlet pipe, causing pump to run every 30 min during rains, with risk of overflow if power fails.
QuickHot Retrofit
Waiting for hot water in bathrooms far from the water heater wastes 2 gallons of water each time, multiple times a day.
PipeFix Pro
A DIYer needs to safely and durably replace a saddle valve setup for a refrigerator water line, but lacks plumbing experience and is unsure about the best materials and methods.
FrostGuard HotCold Spigot
Homeowner needs a permanent, freeze-proof outdoor water spigot that can supply both hot and cold water to a garden hose without cracking in winter.
PexPlanner Pro
Unsure whether to use a home run manifold or trunk-and-branch piping system for domestic water, and how to integrate a recirculation loop, for a self-build new construction home.
DrainMate Connector Guide
Homeowner needs to replace a rusted metal drain pipe but unsure how to safely connect new PVC pipe to an existing clay main drain with a large, unsealed hole.
FlowPath Diagnoser
Low flow rate (3.2 GPM) at hose bibs severely limits sprinkler irrigation coverage despite adequate static pressure (70 PSI), likely due to undersized piping and fittings.
BowlLevel Pro
Low water level in a wall-hung toilet bowl causes inadequate waste clearance and staining.
FlushGuard Toilet Preventer
Partial toilet blockage and incomplete flush due to solid waste accumulation, hard water deposits, and algae growth, requiring manual intervention.
DripStop Tap
User has a water filter tap that drips continuously, and replacing the tap has not permanently fixed the issue.
PipePuller Pro
Need to replace a copper fuel line embedded in a concrete slab but unsure if it can be pulled through without creating leak points.
FlowSniffer
Low water flow from exterior hose spigots after repiping to PEX, despite adequate static pressure and normal interior performance.