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HVAC Parts Finder & Locator

15 reports

Field technicians waste significant time researching appropriate parts and traveling to retrieve them, while owners face durability issues from suboptimal component selection. An app that streamlines part identification and local sourcing could dramatically reduce wasted time while improving system longevity.

Finding specific parts for HVAC units is difficult and time-consuming.

Plumbers waste significant time and delay jobs when searching for rare or specialty plumbing parts due to limited supplier inventory and inefficient sourcing processes.

43medium
HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceInventory Management
3MediumRising(100%)
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CodeCheck Pro Field Assistant

15 reports

Field technicians in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades struggle with on-site compliance verification, leading to installation errors and regulatory risks. This app provides instant access to relevant codes, material specifications, and installation requirements specific to their current job.

An electrician is dealing with dangerous wiring errors due to mislabeled wires that could lead to electrical hazards or equipment damage.

A plumber needs to install a two-way cleanout on a 6" sewer line but cannot find an affordable 6x6x6 fitting and is unsure if using two 6x6x4 wye fittings would comply with plumbing codes.

43medium
HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceCompliance Management
3MediumStable
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ServiceSync Equipment History Tracker

15 reports

Field technicians waste significant time troubleshooting recurring issues because they lack access to comprehensive customer equipment history across multiple service calls and units. This app provides a unified system for tracking all customer equipment, maintenance history, and previous service issues to prevent redundant work.

An HVAC technician is struggling to properly charge equipment because a reheat coil is tee'd into the liquid line without a check valve, causing liquid to log up and preventing accurate charging.

HVAC technician has to tell customers that aluminum coils in units they install will likely fail within 10 years, damaging credibility and customer satisfaction.

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HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceField Service Management
3MediumStable
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Installer Intelligence Hub

5 reports

Plumbers and electricians lack a centralized system to identify known product defects and find compatible replacement parts for unique installations. An app that cross-references product recalls with installed equipment and provides dimensional fit tools would reduce guesswork and liability.

A plumber needs to replace an old 2-handle shower valve centered on a stud, but the remodel plate may not cover the new offset valve position.

Homeowner or plumber discovers recurring pinhole leaks on hot water lines in new-ish homes, indicating a systemic product quality issue with Uponor PEX piping.

33medium
HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceProduct Selection & Quality
3MediumRising(300%)
50

LicenseBridge

15 reports

Simplify multi-state licensing for field service professionals with a centralized platform that manages applications, renewals, and exam prep across all 50 states, reducing costs and administrative burden.

High costs and fees associated with obtaining and renewing professional licenses across multiple states are seen as exploitative and burdensome.

Business owners in New York cannot legally clear grease traps without a master plumber license, limiting their service offerings.

33medium
HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceCompliance Management
3MediumStable
49

FieldPro Connect

15 reports

Field technicians in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services struggle with complex diagnostic cases that exceed their expertise, requiring expert consultation. This app connects technicians with specialized experts for real-time guidance on challenging field problems.

Electricians lose tools and materials from unsecured truck storage during transport, causing wasted time, money, and safety hazards.

An HVAC technician is struggling to diagnose an intermittent refrigeration system issue despite extensive testing and repairs, needing expert second opinions on complex technical problems.

43low
HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceField Service Management
3MediumStable

Individual Problems

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AirWrench Fly-Kit

Traveling electricians struggle to transport power tools via airline baggage due to weight and size restrictions.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceTooling & EquipmentElectrician3Medium$ implied
0
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ArcFlash Pro

Arc flash compliance is frustrating due to expensive buggy software, overly legalistic handbooks, lack of standardized approach, and need to train apprentices unfamiliar with NFPA 70E.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceCompliance ManagementElectrician / Safety Manager4High$ implied
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52

PlumbCheck: Install Validator

Shower diverter valve delivers water to handheld and shower head simultaneously regardless of position, with poor pressure, due to incorrect pipe connection during rough-in

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field servicePlumbingHomeowner4High$ implied
0
44

Romp CRM

Plumbers receive job details via unorganized text messages from their boss, wasting time and risking lost information.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceScheduling & DispatchPlumber / Field Technician3Medium$ implied
0
42

BendCalc Pro

Electricians need a reliable way to calculate adjustments for parallel conduit kicks to maintain consistent spacing after bending.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceEstimating & QuotingElectrician2Mild$ implied
0
32

FaucetID Pro

A homeowner or plumber cannot identify the type of tub faucet and lacks a reliable method to remove a stubborn set screw without damaging the fixture.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceDiagnostics & TroubleshootingHomeowner or Plumber2Mild
0
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ServiceCommand

Owner-operator running service calls while neglecting quoting, vendor management, financial reviews, and follow-ups due to lack of office support.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceScheduling & DispatchOwner4High$ implied
0
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WireCheck Pro

Apprentice repeatedly cuts ground wires too short despite being told, leading to rework and code violations.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceTraining & OnboardingOwner3Medium$ implied
0
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PumpSavvy Select

Homeowner needs an affordable variable speed pump controller to replace an aging well pump and is uncertain which model works with their setup.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field servicePlumbingHomeowner3Medium$ implied
0
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ToolPrint Hub

Field service technicians are overpaying for specialized tools that can be replaced by 3D-printed alternatives at a fraction of the cost.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceEquipment ManagementTechnician2Mild$ implied
0
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DrainVent Pro

A homeowner needs to add a washing machine and laundry sink drain to an existing sink drain but is unsure if the existing venting is sufficient and whether it will cause drainage issues.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceDrainage & Flood PreventionHomeowner3Medium
0
44

GCConnect

Electrical contractors find it harder to build relationships with general contractors due to market shifts and the old networking methods no longer working.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceClient AcquisitionElectrical Contractor Owner3Medium$ implied
0
47

QuoteMatey

Plumbers waste significant time manually processing blurry photos, voice notes, and text descriptions from customers to create rough quotes.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceEstimating & QuotingPlumber3Medium$ implied
0
42

DrainFlowFix

Homeowner with low-gradient kitchen sink drain (1-1.5% slope over 4.5m) experiences frequent slow draining and clogs from fat and debris buildup despite careful use.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceDrainage & Flood PreventionHomeowner3Medium$ implied
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LeadSnap

Electricians need to identify unlabeled motor leads without a phase rotation meter.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceDiagnostics & TroubleshootingElectrician3Medium$ implied
0
47

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.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceRepair and Maintenance DecisionsHomeowner3Medium$ implied
0
47

MotorStart Pro 24V

Need to find an enclosed 3-phase motor starter that can be controlled by a 24V remote switch, with difficulty finding an American-made solution.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceProduct Selection & QualityElectrician3Medium$ implied
0
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FlexiValve Adapter

Older toilets with floor-mounted water valves are incompatible with newer toilets, requiring a workaround to reposition the valve.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceInstallation & AssemblyPlumber3Medium$ implied
0
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PumpDiagnose DIY

Homeowner unable to diagnose or fix sump pump malfunction, leading to repeated basement flooding

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceRepair and Maintenance DecisionsHomeowner5Critical$ implied
0
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DrainSnake Pro

Drain cleaning professional needs a portable tool that can efficiently clear wet wipes from 90mm pipes and fat from 50mm and 90mm pipes, with a budget up to $5,000.

HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, or other field serviceTooling & EquipmentPlumber3Medium$ explicit

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