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GutterGuide AR

9 reports

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.

33low
Home ServicesInstallation & Assembly
3MediumStable
39

FlashingPro Guide

15 reports

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.

33low
RoofingInstallation & Assembly
3MediumStable
40

WireWise Installer

11 reports

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.

32low
ElectricalInstallation & Assembly
3MediumStable
49

DisposalPro Assistant

3 reports

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.

42low
PlumbingInstallation & Assembly
3MediumStable
40

GapBridge Seal Kit

12 reports

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.

22medium
Field ServiceInstallation & Assembly
3MediumStable
43

FlexiFlange Pro

15 reports

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.

33low
PlumbingInstallation & Assembly
3MediumStable

Individual Problems

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CompactDrain Pro

Unable to properly connect a drain due to limited clearance from a sliding drawer interfering with pipe placement.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyPlumber2Mild
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52

DrainRite Planner

Plumber needs to relocate a shower drain in a mobile home but is constrained by a metal beam and joists, preventing proper pipe routing and vent installation.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblySolo Operator4High$ implied
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44

LouverDrain Bracket

Existing brackets for aluminum louver systems cause water pooling and leakage due to poor design, requiring repeated repairs.

ConstructionInstallation & AssemblyContractor3Medium$ implied
0
47

FlowEqual Pro

Plumber unsure how to plumb six body sprayer jets to achieve equal water pressure.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyPlumber3Medium$ implied
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34

CornerBend Drip Edge

Cannot bend drip edge in one continuous piece around tight corners without breaking the ridge, causing gaps that require caulking.

ConstructionInstallation & AssemblyDIY Homeowner / Roofer2Mild$ implied
0
32

PEX UV Shield Guide

Plumber needs to know if indirect UV light through windows will degrade PEX-A pipe and whether full sleeving is required.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyPlumber2Mild
0
52

DriveSetup Wizard

Unable to configure VFD to accept analog input as speed reference despite correct scaling and voltage reading.

HVACInstallation & AssemblyField Technician4High$ implied
0
44

CastFlex Flange Extender

After tile installation, the toilet flange is 1/2 inch below finished floor; old cast iron flange with imperfections and internal lip won't accept common extension methods because it is pipe-supported with no subfloor access for screws.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyHomeowner / DIYer4High$ implied
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42

AirLine Condensate Eliminator

Need to route compressed air from one building to another via buried hose but cannot access low points to remove condensate.

Field ServiceInstallation & AssemblyOwner2Mild$ implied
0
47

PanelMount Pro

Need a reliable way to mount a device in a control panel that avoids flimsy, makeshift setups.

ManufacturingInstallation & AssemblyOwner3Medium$ implied
0
32

FitCheck Pro

A new 1.5" P-trap is slightly too wide to thread onto the existing drain elbow, causing a fit issue during replacement.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyDIY Homeowner or Plumber2Mild
0
47

RecircPlumb Wizard

Homeowner needs to repurpose an existing gravity recirculation line for a new tankless water heater but cannot access the tee connection under the floor.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyHomeowner3Medium$ implied
0
39

PumpPlumb Pro

User is unsure how to properly plumb a backup sump pump discharge into an existing primary pump discharge, especially regarding check valve placement.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyDIY Homeowner2Mild$ implied
0
47

FireplaceFan Pro Sequencer

Electrician needs to wire a fireplace with an exhaust fan that runs 1 minute before and after fireplace operation using timers, and is struggling to design the circuit.

Field ServiceInstallation & AssemblyElectrician3Medium$ implied
0
42

FlashFit Pro

The user lacks a suitable end wall flashing solution for a metal roof on a chicken coop nest box, complicating a visible gap between roof and wall.

ConstructionInstallation & AssemblyDIYer / Homeowner2Mild$ implied
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47

AquaSnap Connector

User needs to connect a portable washer to a bathroom sink tap but cannot identify the correct adapter or figure out the plumbing, resulting in having to fill the washer manually with buckets.

Home ServicesInstallation & AssemblyRenter/Homeowner4High$ implied
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47

VentGrip NarrowPro

Need a tool to securely support a vertical vent pipe in a narrow crawlspace without accessing the attic or using oversized clamps.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyHomeowner / DIYer3Medium$ implied
0
47

DisposalFit Adaptor

Homeowner seeking a way to install a garbage disposal when the drain pipe is too high, without extensive plumbing work.

PlumbingInstallation & AssemblyHomeowner3Medium$ implied
0
39

ConduitCode Pro

Electrician needs to transition from PVC to metal flex conduit at large transformer terminations but is uncertain about the mechanical strength of PVC female adapters versus male adapters for supporting flexible metal conduit without additional support boxes.

ElectricalInstallation & AssemblyElectrician3Medium$ implied
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47

SealTrim Pro

Drip edge trim pieces for a metal roof leave gaps at seams due to metal bowing, risking water intrusion.

ConstructionInstallation & AssemblyOwner3Medium$ implied

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