Explore Problems & App Ideas
Search and filter 930 real business problems from workers across every industry. App ideas group related problems into buildable product concepts.
App Ideas (47)
View allBrakeSage EPB Assistant
Technicians and car owners lack model-specific, step-by-step procedures and reliable recommendations for electronic parking brake service, leading to costly mistakes or unnecessary part replacements. This app delivers interactive, data-driven guidance to ensure correct, safe, and cost-effective repair decisions.
“Parking brake lever on rear caliper is stuck and difficult to depress, preventing brake installation.”
“Electric parking brake motor not being unplugged before brake service can damage calipers, and parking brake seals leak prematurely on Chrysler vehicles.”
PlumbDecide AR
An app that helps plumbers and DIYers choose the right repair method and parts for tight-space plumbing issues using augmented reality and decision trees. It reduces guesswork and costly mistakes in complex repair scenarios.
“Plumber needs to replace a failing PRV with non-standard threaded copper connections instead of a union nut, and is unsure how to approach the replacement.”
“Plumber cannot fit a p-trap into a bathtub drain assembly due to poor rough-in by previous plumbers.”
RoofGuard: Leak Decider
Helps homeowners and contractors make informed repair and maintenance decisions for leaky roofs, especially during storms. Guides users through diagnosis, contractor assessment, and seasonal vulnerability checks.
“Metal roof R-panels on residential homes inevitably leak, and it's hard to find a reliable long-term fix.”
“Homeowner has water intrusion under headwall flashing during windy storms due to gaps in shingle installation, and needs a permanent fix.”
FixtureWrench Pro
DIYers and plumbers struggle with removing stuck cartridges, threaded pieces, and pipe sections without damaging surrounding fixtures. Existing tools are generic or unavailable for older models.
“Repairing a leaking PVC joint on a pressurized waterline in a tight-space outdoor water feature is difficult and existing methods often fail.”
“Unable to access or replace a shower cartridge because the access panel is sealed with silicone and tile, making it impossible to reach with standard tools.”
TightSparc 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.
“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.”
“The plumber cannot stop a sink drain flange from leaking at the brass nut despite repeatedly reapplying plumber's putty and silicone.”
LeakSniffer Roof Repair
An app that helps homeowners and handymen locate roof leaks accurately and receive step-by-step repair instructions tailored to their roof type and materials, reducing wasted money on ineffective repairs.
“Homeowners need a reliable method to flash a roof-to-wall saddle connection to prevent recurring leaks after a garage addition.”
“Homeowner has roof leak after insulation installers cut a strip across the roof and poorly sealed around L-angle and electric mast, causing water intrusion that wets interior bricks below.”
Individual Problems
RareRoof Repair Network
Homeowner with a rare Monarch tile roof (no sheathing) cannot find any roofing contractor willing to repair a leak, only to replace the entire roof at prohibitive cost.
BoltBuster Sink Faucet Extractor
Unable to remove seized mounting screws on a kitchen sink faucet due to limited access and insufficient torque, with standard tools and penetrating oil failing.
PipeFix Guide
Homeowner needs to replace a clogged copper waste pipe with PVC to fix drainage and backup issues, but lacks knowledge on cutting copper against a concrete wall and proper sloping.
PipeScrape Pro
Homeowner needs effective root cutting and cleaning of a clay lateral sewer pipe to prevent recurring backups every 6 months, but local rooter companies only use a 2-inch bit for a minimal pass and do not clean wall-to-wall, leaving poor condition for RootX application.
ValveGuard Pro
Repeated T&P valve failures on new water heater installations due to intentional testing causing premature dripping, leading to unnecessary service calls.
PressFix Pro
Homeowner trying to remove pro-press water heater connectors without proper tools, twisting the water line and unable to disconnect.
FlangeFix Pro
Toilet flange is broken and subfloor is deteriorated, causing persistent odor despite repair attempts.
EmergencyParts Now
Emergency commercial water heater failure on a weekend with no replacement parts or new heater available, forcing a temporary workaround.
DrainSaver Repair Kit
Corroded cast iron drain in a tiled shower is leaking, and the owner needs a way to replace it without demolishing the shower floor.
PumpSnap Access
Design of LG cassette condensate pump placement forces excessive disassembly for access.
BrazEasy Rod Gun
No brazing tool exists that pre-heats the filler rod to eliminate the need to heat the copper pipe first.
HVAC Refrigerant Match Pro
A technician is confused by abnormal pressure and subcooling/superheat readings when troubleshooting a mismatched condenser (R407c) and evaporator (R22 fixed orifice) system.
GripJack Cartridge Puller
No dedicated puller tool exists for shower cartridges that works with hard water deposits, forcing improvised methods that often break the cartridge.
VentPass Cable Guide
Plumber needs to access drain lines for cable but vent pipe blocks access, requiring a workaround that may violate code or compromise vent integrity.
CloseQuater Threader
Unable to rethread a 1/2 galvanized pipe in place because the threading tool doesn't fit due to proximity to the wall, forcing consideration of replacing the entire line in the crawl space.
PipeFix Guide
Homeowner needs to remove a soldered threaded fitting from a bathtub pipe to install a new faucet but is unsure of the best removal method.
RoofFix Advisor
Silicone coating on a small built-up roof is delaminating from the substrate because the top layer (embedded gravel/asphalt) is separating from the underlying BUR, and the owner is unsure whether to scrape and recoat with silicone or switch to a different coating system.
ServiceDesign Insight
Vehicles are designed with components that are inaccessible without disassembling large portions of the vehicle, making routine repairs excessively labor-intensive.
EasyBattery Access
Vehicles have poorly designed battery mounting locations that make replacement unnecessarily difficult and time-consuming.
StuckFix Pro
Unable to swivel a stuck old faucet at a cabin despite loosening nut, applying penetrant, and tapping with a hammer, with fear of breaking irreplaceable parts.
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