Explore Problems & App Ideas
Search and filter 99 real business problems from workers across every industry. App ideas group related problems into buildable product concepts.
App Ideas (6)
View allTightSparc Repair Kit
A specialized toolset for plumbers to make repairs in tight spaces without destructive disassembly. Addresses the specific challenges of reaching, connecting, and fixing PEX and galvanized pipes in constrained areas.
“A cast iron toilet flange and riser are rotted and need repair, but the plumber is unsure of the best method to restore the toilet securely.”
“Unable to crimp PEX onto an existing manifold port because the crimping tool does not fit in the tight space, and attempting to disassemble the valve risks causing leaks.”
MeltWise: Ice Melt Assistant
Field technicians need a safe, fast method to melt ice from evaporators in walk-in coolers/freezers without floor drains, avoiding water damage. Current manual methods are labor-intensive and risky.
“HVAC technician struggles to charge R-134a refrigerant efficiently into a wine cooler unit with a receiver and TXV, observing slow subcooling response and persistent sight glass turbulence despite extensive vapor charging.”
“A service technician needs to quickly diagnose staging and overcharge issues in multi-stage inverter HVAC systems but lacks diagnostic tools and training.”
FlangeFix Pro
A mobile app that guides plumbers through diagnosing and fixing misaligned, damaged, or non-standard toilet flanges using step-by-step instructions, AR measurement, and product recommendations. It reduces guesswork and callbacks by providing tailored solutions for uneven, offset, or out-of-spec flanges.
“Gas line connections leaking despite using pipe dope and tightening fittings correctly.”
“New homeowner has persistent drain blockages and damp issues due to damaged pipework and inadequate gulley repair, seeking to determine if the proposed £600 fix is sufficient or if additional work is needed.”
FixIt Guide
Homeowners struggle with selecting correct repair parts and methods for non-standard plumbing and electrical fixtures. An app providing step-by-step visual guides and compatibility checks can reduce guesswork and errors.
“A broken nut on a pipe cannot be replaced without cutting the pipe, and the user wants a simple fix without replacing the pipe.”
“A homeowner replaced a sink and is getting an unpleasant odor despite replacing the air admittance valve and disinfecting the overflow basin.”
FixtRemove Pro
Field technicians waste time and risk damage when removing stuck plastic float assemblies, vacuum breakers, and other fixtures. A purpose-built removal tool set fills this gap.
“Crack in thermal expansion tank causes leaking and requires replacement.”
“The user has sewage entering their sump pit and clogging pipes, needing a reliable solution.”
PlumbDecision
Helps homeowners make correct repair decisions for common plumbing issues by providing step-by-step guidance and matching them to appropriate fittings or solutions. The app uses a decision tree to diagnose problems and recommends specific products with installation instructions.
“Homeowner unsure how to handle a galvanized stub out combined with PVC pipe when reconfiguring sink drain placement.”
“Finding an affordable, easy-to-install fitting to replace a saddle valve on a 1-inch copper pipe for a refrigerator water line without soldering.”
Individual Problems
BreakerMatch Pro
Difficulty sourcing compatible replacement breakers for an obsolete electrical panel due to lack of documentation and uncertain compatibility with modern equivalents.
ChargeRef Pro
HVAC technician struggles to charge R-134a refrigerant efficiently into a wine cooler unit with a receiver and TXV, observing slow subcooling response and persistent sight glass turbulence despite extensive vapor charging.
WiringWizard Pro
Uncertainty about the safe wiring and compatibility of using a 3-phase wild leg to power a single-phase motor
KinkFix Hose Repair Tool
A hot water supply hose is kinked and keeps rekinking, causing low water flow, and the user needs a way to permanently straighten it.
AnglePivot Adapter
Straight shower arm limits shower head rotation angle, preventing proper spray direction.
FlowAssist Drain Pump
Drain pipe installation where water must flow uphill is not functioning properly.
FlangeFix Pro
An angled closet flange that is 1/2" out of level causes toilet leaks during a budget remodel.
TileDrain Adapter Kit
Renter cannot connect standard plumbing to a non-standard wall drain pipe in a tiled bathroom due to odd fitting and lack of tools or permission to modify tiles.
FittingFinder Pro
Unable to identify fitting type on a PRV connection, preventing straightforward replacement.
StopLeak Pro
A homeowner needs to fix a leaking service stop on an old shower valve without opening the wall, but plumbers only offer expensive full replacement.
PumpDiagnose DIY
Homeowner unable to diagnose or fix sump pump malfunction, leading to repeated basement flooding
VintageFixture Puller
Unable to remove a 1920s-1950s American Standard tub fixture cartridge because a cartridge puller had the wrong diameter and insufficient depth.
BoilerBrain Pro
Boiler pressure in apartments keeps rising and tripping relief valves, requiring ongoing manual reset or replacement.
SpaceSaver P-Trap Kit
Difficulty connecting tailpiece to p trap due to limited vertical space under a bathroom vanity sink with a small shelf opening.
NutSplitter Pro
A broken nut on a pipe cannot be replaced without cutting the pipe, and the user wants a simple fix without replacing the pipe.
ShowerTemp Diagnostic Tool
Delta 17 series shower faucet gradually loses hot water over 20-30 minutes, requiring constant manual temperature adjustment, despite replacing multiple cartridges and checking for cross-over issues.
BoltBuster Pro
Stripped or stuck bolts on equipment cannot be removed using standard tools.
ValveSnap
Need to replace old multi-turn shut off valves with quarter turn ones without using welding or soldering.
FlapperFix Pro
A toilet flapper intermittently stays up after flushing, requiring manual intervention to close it, and chain adjustments only work temporarily.
WellTank Advisor
Homeowner with a large well tank needs to replace a leaking unit and is unsure whether to stick with a traditional tank or switch to a tankless system given high demand from a 4-bedroom house with pool and irrigation.
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