Explore Problems & App Ideas
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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
SlotWire Pro
Need to add electrical contacts to empty fuse box slots in a clean, factory-looking way without using fuse taps.
PanelFlex Pro
Over-tied wires in electrical panels make it difficult and time-consuming for service electricians to add circuits or rearrange breakers.
ThreadMate Pro
A faucet will not thread correctly and leaks despite using additional Teflon tape.
AisleGrip Pro
Aspiring wedding planners struggle to secure aisle runners on outdoor grass and concrete surfaces against wind, with no clear solution or product guidance available.
ShutOff ClampValve
Homeowner needs a shut-off valve for an ice maker line but existing valve is soldered and stuck, requiring whole-house water shut-off for appliance service.
QuickFix Plumber
Homeowner needs to install an expansion tank to fix a code violation before closing a home sale but doesn't know if they can do it themselves and needs it done quickly.
Fix-a-Drain Quick Connector
First-time DIY plumber unsure how to connect sink drainage to a modified stub-out with a gap and no threads, unable to afford a professional plumber.
CondensDrain Pro
Homeowner unsure if existing drain pipe bend can be used for heat pump water heater condensation drain without causing sewer gas issues or code violations.
RoofRebuild Pro
Homeowner needs guidance on best practices for rebuilding a low-slope roof under a deck, specifically whether to use tapered insulation or sleepers, and whether to remove or retain an existing EPDM membrane that may hide deterioration.
DrainCode Pro
Home renovator needs to connect shower and toilet drains to existing septic line with limited vertical space but is unsure of code-compliant fitting layout.
RoofShield Pro
Homeowner needs to replace and insulate a pitched roof to regulate extreme indoor temperatures (100+F in summer, 52F in winter) without adding drywall.
PipeFix Pro
Homeowner needs to replace a corroded pressure reducing valve but cannot determine the exact connections, whether to keep an additional shutoff, or how to make it easily serviceable without cutting PVC pipes.
LeakStop Pro
Home DIYer unable to stop leak at shower pipe connection despite multiple attempts with Teflon tape.
SwitchMate Fan Door
Electrical contractor installed wrong switch type for a bath fan with motorized door, and replacement SPDT switches are momentary, requiring the user to hold the switch, which is confusing for homeowners selling the house.
InsulStrip Pro
Struggling to cut and strip pre-insulated pipe in a tight space near an exterior wall without a purpose-built tool.
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.
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