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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
CompactDrain Pro
Unable to properly connect a drain due to limited clearance from a sliding drawer interfering with pipe placement.
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.
LouverDrain Bracket
Existing brackets for aluminum louver systems cause water pooling and leakage due to poor design, requiring repeated repairs.
FlowEqual Pro
Plumber unsure how to plumb six body sprayer jets to achieve equal water pressure.
CornerBend Drip Edge
Cannot bend drip edge in one continuous piece around tight corners without breaking the ridge, causing gaps that require caulking.
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.
DriveSetup Wizard
Unable to configure VFD to accept analog input as speed reference despite correct scaling and voltage reading.
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.
AirLine Condensate Eliminator
Need to route compressed air from one building to another via buried hose but cannot access low points to remove condensate.
PanelMount Pro
Need a reliable way to mount a device in a control panel that avoids flimsy, makeshift setups.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
VentGrip NarrowPro
Need a tool to securely support a vertical vent pipe in a narrow crawlspace without accessing the attic or using oversized clamps.
DisposalFit Adaptor
Homeowner seeking a way to install a garbage disposal when the drain pipe is too high, without extensive plumbing work.
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.
SealTrim Pro
Drip edge trim pieces for a metal roof leave gaps at seams due to metal bowing, risking water intrusion.
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