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App Ideas (4)
View allPartMatch Plumber
Plumbers waste hours identifying obsolete or hard-to-find parts. An app that uses visual and dimensional matching plus historical data can provide instant identification and cross-reference to available replacements.
“Field technician cannot identify an old pump model because markings are worn off, making it difficult to replace with an exact match and avoid piping modifications.”
“A plumber cannot identify the correct fittings for 3/4" municipal poly pipe (CTS HDPE) because the specified '3241 series Corporation Ftgs' are not found for sale, and they are unsure if available brass fittings work or require inserts.”
PipeMatch Pro
Helps plumbers and DIYers quickly find exact-fit parts for non-standard pipe sizes and complex adapters, reducing return trips and guesswork.
“Plumber cannot find a 90° adapter with 3/8" straight (non-tapered) threading to connect a faucet supply riser to a faucet with integrated hoses.”
“Home handyman with a plumbing leak struggles to find the correct olive fitting to convert from imperial pipe to a metric compression fitting, leading to a failed repair and water damage after the elbow blew off.”
PipeMate Internal ABS Coupling
Plumbers need a code-compliant internal coupling for 2-inch ABS pipe repairs. No standard product exists, requiring time-consuming workarounds.
“A customer needs to find an exact replacement diverter but can't locate one that matches the original part.”
“Uncertainty about proper PVC fitting layout and transitions for reconnecting a commercial ceiling drain line serving toilet, sink, and bathtub.”
PartFinder Pro
Plumbers waste hours trying to identify obscure parts like flushometer restrictors or faucet handles. An AI-powered app can instantly recognize parts from photos or text descriptions and provide exact part numbers and suppliers.
“Unable to find an identical replacement stem/insert for a 1/2 inch outdoor sillcock valve because the new part does not fit the existing valve body.”
“Schedule 40 tubular traps are unreliable and do not fit properly, requiring frequent replacement.”
Individual Problems
PressPart Finder
A plumber cannot determine the correct compatible parts to press 1.5" CTS fittings with their DeWALT DCE210 press tool due to confusing and incomplete documentation from the manufacturer, leading to frustrating trial-and-error purchases.
ValveMatch Pro
Cannot identify and connect a non-standard gas valve fitting, risking inability to complete a repair or replacement.
RebuildRight Valve Repair Kit Finder
A pressure reducing valve repair kit costs more than buying a new valve, making rebuilding uneconomical and wasteful.
LineMatch Adapter Kit
Unable to find a reliable tee fitting or connector that works with two different types of 1/4-inch lines (standard PEX and thinner wall filter tubing) for installing a reverse osmosis system under a sink.
FitQuick Adapter Finder
Plumber cannot find a fitting to connect 1/4" compression valve to 1/2" PEX for a water filtration system, wasting time searching.
FitMatch Adapters
A homeowner has mismatched plumbing fixtures because a plumber claimed that new spout and drain parts are incompatible with existing pipe sizes, leading to an aesthetically unpleasing combination of brushed nickel and chrome.
ValveSnap Identifer
A plumber cannot identify an obsolete 1980s two-handle tub valve because no photo match is available online.
PumpSnap ID
Field technician cannot identify an old pump model because markings are worn off, making it difficult to replace with an exact match and avoid piping modifications.
PipeFittings Pro
A plumber cannot identify the correct fittings for 3/4" municipal poly pipe (CTS HDPE) because the specified '3241 series Corporation Ftgs' are not found for sale, and they are unsure if available brass fittings work or require inserts.
FlexTee PEX Adapter
A homeowner needs a single connector to adapt a 3/4" male hose thread (MHT) directly to PEX for a washing machine tap split, but no such fitting exists, requiring multiple adapters and sourcing challenges.
PipeMatch Pro
A homeowner needs to install a water filter on 70-year-old galvanized pipe but cannot figure out which adapters (IP/NPT) to use with PEX due to conflicting information, incorrect search results, and difficulty working with old threaded joints.
PartSnap Identifinder
Unable to identify an obsolete shower cartridge from a 1959 building, causing delays in repairs across 8 units.
PartSnap ID
Cannot identify the correct replacement pressure balance cartridge for an older American Standard shower valve, causing inability to restore water to the home.
PipeFit Finder Pro
Unable to find a clean out plug that fits a non-standard sized pipe, with standard 2" and 3" plugs being either too small or too large.
PartSnap ID
Need to add a second water line to an existing fridge water supply but cannot identify the connector type (B15AX) to find compatible parts.
PartSnap Finder
Unable to find a specific trim ring for a Sharkbite washer box due to uncommon dimensions.
PipeSnap FitFinder
Unable to find a toilet flange that fits a pipe with 4" outer diameter and 3.5" inner diameter, creating a blockage in flooring installation.
PlumbFinder
A homeowner needs to identify the correct plumbing fitting to connect a 3/4 female outlet to a water feed and determine if a self-sealing (non-welded) option exists.
StemFit Spigot Handle
Cannot find a replacement 16-point spigot handle that fits a 1/4"-5/16" square stem, forcing reliance on ill-fitting parts.
DrainKit Pro
A plumber cannot find replacement compression gaskets for a Gerber drain kit, needing a rebuild kit that includes all rubber parts.
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