Explore Problems & App Ideas
Search and filter 452 real business problems from workers across every industry. App ideas group related problems into buildable product concepts.
App Ideas (19)
View allWireWise Installer
An app that guides electricians through optimal wire routing and tension to avoid over-tightening, and provides a step-by-step tool for assessing and planning feeder upgrades.
“Electricians struggle to install light fixtures at heights when the screws are non-magnetic and slotted, causing dropped screws and difficulty.”
“Over-tied wires in electrical panels make it difficult and time-consuming for service electricians to add circuits or rearrange breakers.”
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.
“Homeowner needs safe method to remove gutter toppers nailed under shingles without damaging roof.”
“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.”
FlashingPro Guide
Roofers struggle with complex flashing details, relying on unclear diagrams and manual workarounds. An app providing interactive, step-by-step instructions for specific flashing scenarios can reduce errors and callbacks.
“Need a way to fill a gap at the roof edge during a replacement that provides a level surface for underlayment and flashing to adhere or fasten to.”
“A roofer is unsure of the correct method to install drip edge at an obtuse angle where an awning meets the roof, lacking a standard technique to avoid gaps.”
DisposalPro Assistant
Homeowners struggle with installing garbage disposals due to incompatible drain pipe heights, tight sink-to-wall clearances, and complex electrical wiring. The app provides visualized guidance and part identification to simplify DIY installation.
“Need to know what specific parts are required to properly connect a new garbage disposal drain line to the existing waste line, replacing a temporary pipe setup.”
“Homeowner seeking a way to install a garbage disposal when the drain pipe is too high, without extensive plumbing work.”
GapBridge Seal Kit
A modular adapter kit that bridges vertical gaps up to 2 inches between misaligned drain pipes without demolition. Specifically designed for tight spaces where standard PVC or rubber connectors fail.
“Service plumber lacks a reliable method to permanently shim a toilet so it doesn't rock over time.”
“The Delta shower kit does not support a tub spout, causing a mismatch in the planned bathroom remodel and requiring rework or replacement.”
FlexiFlange Pro
A modular toilet flange system that handles angled cement, uneven depths, and oversized holes without demolition or custom fabrication. Eliminates the need for extra wax rings or concrete work.
“Newly installed shower drains sit higher than the base, causing water to pool around the drain plate instead of draining properly.”
“DIYer or contractor confused by conflicting installation instructions for toilet flange and LVT flooring, unsure how critical the 1/4 inch offset is.”
Individual Problems
SkyGrip Pro
Electricians struggle to install light fixtures at heights when the screws are non-magnetic and slotted, causing dropped screws and difficulty.
ClipHold Installer
Securing bang-on clips for MC cable on bar joists is awkward and painful, often resulting in smashed fingers when working from a ladder.
HeatTrace Pro Connect
Homeowner needs heat trace wiring installed on their roof but is unable to do it themselves due to fear of heights and seeks a professional to handle it.
SKIP
The user is converting an electric hot water heater into a buffer tank for an oil hot water baseboard heating system and is uncertain if the circulator pump has enough force to return water to the boiler and whether to use copper or PEX.
FlueSleeve Pro
A contractor needs a code-compliant, serviceable roof penetration detail for a condensing boiler flue through a low-slope green roof that allows replacing the flue terminal without damaging the waterproofing or insulation.
WindGrip Fastener System
Metal roofs fastened to furring strips are prone to blowing off in high winds due to inadequate fastening methods.
RoofFix Advisor
Homeowner needs to know if a slightly misaligned metal roof panel overlap will leak and how to fix it without removing multiple panels.
DrainSecure Pro
Improper dishwasher drain hose installation by a professional, causing frustration with unreliable drain pipe connectors that shift when bumped.
GutterFlow Advisor
Homeowner or roofer needs best practice guidance on how to transition gutters at a roof elevation change, receiving conflicting advice online.
GutterGuide Pro
Gutter termination distance at roof elevation changes is unclear, leading to water management issues.
FlashFlow
A roofer needs to know whether to position a vent pipe boot underneath or over flashing at a roof pitch change.
GablePro Anchor-Free Rafter Bracket
Need to safely add a rafter to support corrugated metal roof without drilling into fragile brick/rock gable end wall.
GutterMold Pro
Gutter installer needs a way to attach gutters to a house with crown molding trim and a metal roof without damaging the roofing material.
InnoCap Adapter Kit
A plumbing professional needs to disconnect and cap a sprayer hose from a Delta Innoflex faucet system to install an RO faucet, but cannot identify the correct proprietary fitting or cap, and cannot drill a new hole due to space constraints.
WiringWizard HVAC
A technician cannot wire a new A2L AC system with RDS because the old furnace lacks a Y terminal, causing confusion and blown fuses during installation.
RoofVent Pro
Uncertainty about the correct installation of dry ridge system, specifically the required gap near the ridge beam for ventilation.
LeakStop Flashing System
Homeowner is concerned that roof boot flashing is installed with nails instead of screws, creating a leak risk, and wants a more secure, exposure-free method.
TorqueTight Pro
Plumber experiences uncertainty about proper tightening torque for stainless steel flex hoses on water heater connections, leading to leaks and risk of overtightening.
FountainWise Pro
Need to understand real-world installation and maintenance challenges of commercial drinking fountains before making a purchase decision.
PlumbEase Tub Drain Connector
Need to connect a freestanding bathtub drain to an existing Y connection in a tight or awkward space.
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