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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
QuadFlow Diverter Kit
Need to add a fourth output (tub spout) to a 3-way shower diverter system without replacing the entire control valve.
RigRoute Pro
Truck driver needs a clean, effective way to route coax cable from side mirrors to CB radio in a Freightliner Cascadia without going through the firewall.
DrainMove Guide
Homeowner needs to relocate a washer drain pipe that is too high to accommodate a planned wall removal, but lacks knowledge on how to do it properly.
PlumbEase T-Fitting Planner
A homeowner needs to reposition a tee fitting in a condo to make the main water shutoff valve more accessible, currently located behind a dryer and below a water heater platform.
SaddleShield Pro
Drain saddles are unreliable and cause future headaches, so proper plumbing is preferred but not standardized.
GutterGuide DIY
Homeowner is unsure how to install gutters on a shed due to interference from existing flashing and fascia overhang, and cannot find clear installation guidance.
GutterGuide Pro
Uncertainty about the correct method to install gutters with specific flashing, requiring manual trimming and notching.
FixMyFloor Planner
DIY homeowner needs to level a basement floor after a stack replacement but lacks knowledge about proper fill materials and considerations.
PEX Flex-Join
Worker cannot connect two PEX pipes that are close together due to minimum spacing requirements between fittings.
PullMate ONE
Solo electricians struggle to pull wire through long conduit runs without a second person to push from the other end.
OneHand ClampPro
Electricians need a way to install one-piece conduit clamps on strut with one hand, reducing installation time and frustration.
PipeMate Universal Adapter
Need a proper adapter or connector to join metal J-pipe to PVC pipe for a sink drain.
SeizeBuster Engine Pull
Need to remove a seized V8 engine from a car without removing the transmission, seeking a less destructive method than cutting components.
PipeFit Adjusta-Adapter
Plumbing rough-in pipe length is slightly short, causing trap to sit at an awkward angle that requires a complex workaround to fit correctly.
FlexiDrain Under-Vanity Kit
Need a plumbing kit or connector that works when the sink drain is misaligned from the wall plumbing under a vanity.
PartMatch Pro
Replacement gas valve for a water heater is incompatible with the existing chamber sensor, causing installation difficulty and concern about long-term safety.
VentSelect Pro
Homeowner needs to solve attic intake ventilation bottleneck caused by siding covering original soffit vents, without costly siding removal or attic crawl work.
AAV Installer Pro
Plumber needs a simpler way to install an air admittance valve (AAV) in a tight under-sink cabinet without requiring a specialty fitting saver tool or complex slip-joint configuration.
PlumbGuide Pro
Unable to remove plastic plugs from a Delta shower slide bar support due to lack of clear instructions and difficulty with the removal process.
ValleyRidge Clips
Roofing contractor lacks a secure method for installing ridge cap over dormer valleys without relying on nails through the valley metal.
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