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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
SafeTurn Pro
Plumbing contractors lack a reliable, standardized process for safely turning on water service after a new installation, relying on risky practices like immediate full pressure without proper testing.
PipeFix Step-By-Step
Need guidance on cutting, removing, and replacing a cast iron sewer pipe section embedded in a foundation wall.
HiddenFast Metal Wrap System
Homeowner wants to install metal fascia wrap without exposed fasteners but no clear solution for hidden attachment.
Low-Torque Panel Pal
Torque wrench fails at low settings causing structural damage to electrical panel bus bars during main breaker installation.
PipeGap Seal
A gap opened between the tub drain pipe and the floor pipe in an old NYC co-op bathroom, and the owner needs a repair solution that avoids removing the tub and chipping out concrete.
WireStay Combs
Electrician struggles to keep wires organized and maintain a neat combed look in a load center because wires shift back out of place.
FlexDrain Tub Installer
Need to install an alcove tub with a drop-in drain kit to avoid jackhammering concrete floor.
SpecCheck Pro
Residential electricians are encountering saunas sold to homeowners that require three-phase or high-leg delta power, which is not available in typical residential service, forcing cancellations and return requests.
PipeNav Pro
Need to blindly run a replacement PEX pipe through an inaccessible enclosed space with no visibility.
PipeFit AI
A DIY homeowner is unsure how to correctly orient a combination wye+1/8 bend fitting for a septic system, receiving conflicting guidance from AI and lacking plumbing expertise.
FlareFit Pro Kit
Metric-sized line sets sold as imperial in the US/Canada cause poor flare connections, leading to difficult installations.
FlareGrip Pro Template
DIY installer struggles with flaring metric tubing and getting a good seal on mini split condensers, exacerbated by lack of a wall template.
EasyMount Pro
Mini split installation is complicated by poorly designed brackets, missing templates, and undersized insulation jackets causing frustration and inefficiency.
LineSet LockClip
Slipping and insecure mini-split line set connection during installation due to poorly designed factory bracket.
UniSplit Install Kit
Installing a mini split with non-standard, poorly designed components and unsafe electrical connections due to lack of manufacturer consistency.
DemoLess Repipe Guide
A homeowner wants to repipe a house from galvanized to PEX but is unsure if wall demolition is necessary to replace stubouts behind walls.
ValveMatch ID
Loose shower handles due to mismatched valve and handle brands, with set screw too short and valve extension having excessive play.
BeltBudd: One-Handed Belt Installer
Unable to slide serpentine belt onto alternator pulley due to tensioner clearance issues and lack of grip during installation.
PlumbSeal Pro
Unable to seal a shower mixer bracket due to a cut-out in the flange that prevents gasket from sealing, causing leaks.
DrainHeight Pro
Sink drain pipe is installed too low, requiring cutting into cabinetry or opening the wall to raise the trap arm.
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