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App Ideas (4)
View allPumpTroubleShoot Pro
Homeowners and technicians struggle to diagnose well pump cycling and recirculation pump air locks due to lack of step-by-step guidance. This app provides interactive troubleshooting for pump systems.
“Homeowner cannot get well pump to build pressure and restore water supply despite multiple repairs, with no expert help available for weeks.”
“Navien tankless water heater installed to replace two tanks is not properly recirculating, causing 2-3 minute wait for hot water at all fixtures.”
DrainScope Steerable Snake
Addressing the lack of tools for diagnosing and clearing clogs in shallow, narrow, or vented drain pipes. A combined micro-camera and steerable snake designed for pipes as small as 1.25 inches with tight 90-degree turns.
“House built on slab has 1.25 inch copper drain pipe that may be crushed or undersized, causing washer and dishwasher to back up into sink, and no camera can navigate the tight 90-degree turns to inspect.”
“Unable to clear a concrete-encased PVC conduit that is clogged, with standard methods like fish tape and the 'Coke trick' failing, considering destructive coring as last resort.”
DiagPath HVAC
A mobile app that guides field technicians through complex diagnostic workflows, reducing guesswork and service time by 30%. It uses symptom-tree logic to pinpoint issues like burnt wires, faulty valves, and phase loss.
“10HP motor on a 20HP VFD trips with output phase loss error after 10 seconds despite correct wiring and balanced output when disconnected.”
“Sectional cable is stuck and cannot be retrieved, causing a job delay.”
PipeSense Diagnostics
A mobile app that helps plumbers and homeowners diagnose hard-to-find leaks and blockages in plumbing systems using guided tests and pattern analysis. It provides clear troubleshooting steps for intermittent issues like temperature-dependent leaks or unknown blockage composition.
“Foul drainage smell in house persists and worsened after cleaning, with unclear cause and no access to inspect internal waste pipes.”
“Sump pump fails due to over-pressurized pipe, requiring manual disconnection to reset.”
Individual Problems
RecircFlow Advisor
Navien tankless water heater installed to replace two tanks is not properly recirculating, causing 2-3 minute wait for hot water at all fixtures.
TanklessDoc Pro
A Navien tankless water heater has sporadic leaks and inconsistent hot water, and the homeowner cannot get the service company to respond after a cleaning that worsened the problem.
ReliefGuard Monitor
Intermittent water heater relief valve discharge at night causing water damage to neighbor's unit, with suspected building pressure spikes that cannot be diagnosed due to restricted access to common mechanical areas.
PumpDiagnose Pro
Well pump rapidly cycles after sitting idle for 3 years, with no pressure tank, and replacing the pressure switch and clearing the pressure line did not fix the issue.
CoolVest Pro
Worker needs portable cooling for attic and rooftop work but lacks information on which camping AC unit would be effective and practical for their trade.
FountainDiagnose Pro
A fountain technician cannot diagnose why a 3.5HP pond fountain keeps tripping its thermal overload, despite extensive electrical testing and swapping components.
PartSnap Diagnose
Field technician lacks diagnostic information and repair guidance for an unfamiliar sensor plate with non-functional indicator lights.
TractorSwitch Pro
Cannot find replacement ignition switch parts for an Iseki TA210 tractor and needs to repair the faulty switch manually.
ScrewExtract Pro
A powered impact driver cannot remove a stuck screw, and the user is unsure if a manual hammer would be more effective.
SolenoidDiagnose Pro
Troubleshooting a solenoid that gets excessively hot and fails to open properly, using manual component swapping between a working unit and a faulty unit.
CoolCalc Pro
HVAC technician cannot diagnose why superheat is only 5°F on a new 2-ton fixed orifice install despite normal pressures and delta T.
Plumber Sanity Check
Plumbers recommending expensive excavation or hydro-jetting without first performing a simple snake to check for a main sewer line blockage.
VibeSolve Diagnostics
New homeowner experiences loud vibration and shuddering in water main after water heater replacement, with no clear cause or solution.
LeakAlert Pro
When the wax ring fails on a caulked toilet, water gets trapped under the base causing hidden damage and detection difficulty.
RemoteRead Pro
Electrician must manually take readings on haul truck decks in extreme cold and noise, with no remote monitoring capability.
HammerLocate Pro
A plumber with residential experience cannot identify and fix persistent water hammer in hot water lines, despite multiple interventions.
LeakSolve Pro
Water leaks through a split-face block wall at the roofline despite existing flashing and caulking, and the user is unsure how to properly seal it without a reliable method.
ValveAdjust Pro
Unable to find clear instructions or a feasible method to adjust the valves on a Kawasaki GD550A generator motor, causing rough running and uncertainty.
DripStop Diagnostic
Post-renovation dripping handheld shower head persists after cartridge and cleaning inspection, contractor and plumber claim it's normal.
TrayVolt Avionics Checker
Aviation radio/navigation unit intermittently resets due to loose power wiring in the mounting tray, wasting troubleshooting time.
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