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App Ideas (47)
View allFixOrFlip Pro
Enable property managers, landlords, and maintenance workers to quickly determine whether to repair or replace damaged fixtures using a data-driven assessment tool. Focuses specifically on bathtubs, roofs, and common rental property issues.
“Managing a leaking flat EPDM roof on a multi-family property, overwhelmed by conflicting options and high quote for restoration coating, needs cost-effective, long-term solution.”
“Landlord struggles with unreliable home warranty company that fails to approve repairs in a timely manner and has poor customer support, leaving tenants without essential services like AC for weeks.”
BrakeSage 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 corroded P-trap but is unsure if the existing lead pipe can withstand a fernco coupling without structural damage.”
“Need to replace a 3-way valve with minimal cuts and fittings to reduce labor and parts cost.”
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.
“Roof installed in 2021 has persistent damp spots, shingles delaminating and sliding off, and contractor is unresponsive.”
“Roofers and homeowners need to identify and prepare for the most common roof vulnerabilities before hurricane season, such as wind-driven rain leaks, flashing failures, underlayment problems, or insurance issues.”
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.
“Need to remove a threaded piece to access a shower cartridge without damaging tiles.”
“Need to replace a slow-drip section of pipe feeding a tub faucet without soldering.”
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.
“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.”
“No brazing tool exists that pre-heats the filler rod to eliminate the need to heat the copper pipe first.”
Individual Problems
JamGrip Pro
Unable to remove a jammed SharkBite fitting in tight space without damaging the pipe.
RoofGuard Pro
Homeowner cannot access or safely inspect a second-story tile roof to identify and fix a recurring leak caused by bird nests clogging a deadspot without proper flashing.
MechMatch Pro
Uncertainty about whether suspension work is better suited for a mobile mechanic or a shop, and concern about alignment availability after mobile service.
SidingScope
Homeowner needs to decide whether to repair or replace damaged HardiePlank siding on a sun-facing wall with missing flashing and improper installation.
AxleEase Puller
A mechanic cannot remove a specific style of CV axle because there is no obvious place to apply a pry bar.
ConnectorCrack
Unable to disconnect an electrical connector on a motorcycle due to an unidentified locking mechanism.
WellFix Advisor
Residential well owner needs guidance on permanent leak repair, pressure relief valve requirement, and safe pressure switch adjustment.
RustBuster Impact Tool
Road salt causes suspension components to seize, making removal extremely difficult and time-consuming.
OnSiteMotorSwap
Field technicians are forced to pull entire HVAC assemblies and return to the shop for repair, wasting time and gas when motor swaps could be done on-site.
SnowGuard Vent Shield
Snow weight repeatedly damages roof vent pipes, causing basement leaks with no permanent fix.
RoofGuard Pro
Metal roof R-panels on residential homes inevitably leak, and it's hard to find a reliable long-term fix.
TorqueRight DIY
User needs a free, step-by-step DIY repair guide with torque specs for a specific car model.
FlangeFix Pro
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.
ScrewRescue Pro
User has a damaged screw head and needs advice on whether a specialized tool can extract it, or if drilling is the only option.
ClutchFix Guide
Unable to remove the clutch fork without dropping the transmission despite good access through an inspection hole.
FlangeFix Pro
DIY homeowner needs to repair a corroded, low toilet flange that won't seal due to concrete overpour and rusting, after a sewage backup.
TorqueGuard Extractor
Extractor tool is at risk of snapping, potentially leading to more complex and time-consuming repairs.
PipePatch Trenchless
Accessing and repairing a copper water main line buried 6 feet underground requires expensive excavation and shoring, causing significant yard disruption.
BoltExtract Pro
A Grade 8 steel peg bolt snapped and cannot be removed with standard EZ-out bits because the hardened steel dulls the bits too fast.
StuckSensor Extractor
Stuck crankshaft position sensor in a cramped engine bay that cannot be removed despite extensive manual effort, heat, and tools.
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