Explore Problems & App Ideas
Search and filter 447 real business problems from workers across every industry. App ideas group related problems into buildable product concepts.
App Ideas (19)
View allGutterGuide 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.”
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.
“Roofing pro needs a way to flash around a pipe crowded by overhead power lines without requiring utility disconnection.”
“Roofing contractor unsure about best practices for installing exposed fastener metal roofing over existing shingles, concerned about condensation and leaks.”
WireWise 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.
“Solo electricians struggle to pull wire through long conduit runs without a second person to push from the other end.”
“Electrician needs a more efficient way to install trunking on fuse boxes.”
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.
“Homeowner needs to redo laundry room plumbing to prevent freeze damage and upgrade to code-compliant drain, but is unsure about optimal routing, insulation, and minimizing drywall repairs.”
“After DIY installation of a Danco trim kit, water leaks from the spout when the diverter lever is lifted, and the homeowner fears they need to call a plumber again.”
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.
“Plumber struggles to fit a new toilet flange and wye fitting into limited vertical and horizontal space after cutting out rusted cast iron, without cutting the cast iron hub.”
“Unable to properly connect a drain due to limited clearance from a sliding drawer interfering with pipe placement.”
Individual Problems
SealSure Swivel Adapter
Struggling to get Neverseal fittings to seal on manufactured home shower valves, seeking alternative that works without replacing faucet.
PEX-Adapt Pro
Homeowner cannot connect existing PEX supply lines to new valves because compression fittings and brass adapters are incompatible with PEX, requiring a workaround to avoid buying new lines.
TimberWet Floor Box
Need a wet-rated floor box that mounts into a wood floor, accepts rigid/IMC conduit, and has a brass cover, but no existing product matches these requirements
RoughIn Pro Advisor
Plumber needs to maximize space in a small bathroom but is unsure whether using an offset flange or a non-standard rough-in toilet will cause installation problems or inefficiencies.
DirectConnect P-Trap Adapter
Plumber cannot connect P-trap directly to basket strainer due to space constraints, making installation of standard tailpiece impossible.
Threaded Pipe Kit
Cannot easily find aluminum pipes with pre-installed threaded inserts compatible with m6 bolts to customize a bathroom wall cabinet shelf height.
DrainAlign Pro
A DIYer needs to replace a tub drain but lacks a P-trap, has a loose unaligned pipe that causes clogs, and doesn't know how to align the pipe with the new drain hole.
BidetToSink Connect Kit
A renter needs to install a bidet on a wall-mounted toilet in an apartment but cannot find the right parts to connect to the sink's cold water supply without breaking into walls.
SealSmart Wall-Hung Kit
Plumber cannot achieve a proper toilet seal with new wax rings without damaging the wall-mounted toilet.
ConduitBend Pro
A worker needs guidance on how to properly bend EMT conduit to navigate an outside corner and transition upward for a new light installation.
AccessFree Tub Trim
Homeowner needs to replace non-standard Roman tub faucet without backside access.
SaunaRoofFix Pro
Flat roof on a cedar sauna kit leaks because water gets trapped between trim, causing damage and limiting use in wet conditions.
StemSeat Installer
A plumber cannot install a washerless shower stem because the black rubber seal detaches from the spring during installation.
RoofSnap Pro
Installing interlocking foam closure strips under metal roof panels is difficult and time-consuming due to poor alignment and paper backing removal.
TrimGap Escutcheon Spacer
Kohler shower trim leaves a 1-inch gap behind escutcheon because valve was roughed in too far forward, and no standard extension or spacer is available.
DispoWiz Install Guide
Installing a garbage disposal is complicated because the sink drain is too close to the wall pipe, requiring reconfiguration of plumbing, and the dishwasher shares a power outlet that must be manually switched, creating a safety and convenience issue.
FixtureMatch Pro
The Delta shower kit does not support a tub spout, causing a mismatch in the planned bathroom remodel and requiring rework or replacement.
DripEdge ProGuide
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.
PlumbAssist Builder
DIY installer lacks clear, sequential guidance on connecting a flushometer valve to a horizontal supply line with unfamiliar components like straight stop and tailpiece.
TubFit Pro
A bathtub installer struggles to find a 28-inch tub compatible with a stop overflow drain placed only 14 inches from wall studs, forcing consideration of non-standard angle installations.
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