Plumbing
985 problems reported across 448 app ideas
Problems
985
App Ideas
448
Avg Severity
3Medium
Categories
10
Top Problem Categories for Plumbing
Repair and Maintenance Decisions
194 reports
Installation & Assembly
156 reports
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
100 reports
Part Identification & Selection
73 reports
Tooling & Equipment
47 reports
Plumbing
43 reports
Drainage & Flood Prevention
42 reports
Maintenance & Repair
39 reports
Product Selection & Quality
34 reports
Sourcing & Procurement
20 reports
Top App Ideas for Plumbing
View allDrain Slope Pro
Drain Slope & Geometry Fix for Plumbers
Drainage & Flood Prevention3MediumStable
DrainFlow Pro
Drain layout guidance app for plumbing DIYers
Plumbing3MediumStable
DrainConfig Pro
Sink drain reconfiguration without moving wall pipe
Repair and Maintenance Decisions3MediumStable
DiagFlow: Smart Plumber Toolkit
Proactive Leak & Blockage Troubleshooting for Plumbers
Diagnostics & Troubleshooting3MediumStable
FlowGuard Tankless Helper
Tankless Water Heater Care & Triage
Repair and Maintenance Decisions3MediumStable
FixtureWrench Pro
Specialized Removal Tools for Plumbing Fixtures
Repair and Maintenance Decisions3MediumStable
Plumbing Problems by Severity(page 22 of 66)
View allPartSpotter Pro
Plumbing service provider needs to identify obsolete 1980s digital shower controller to diagnose repair options for client with failed system.
3MediumPart Identification & Selection|Plumbing Service Technician
PlumbCheck Pro
Water pressure dropped significantly at multiple fixtures after a contractor shut off and restored water during a bathroom renovation, and the cause is unknown.
3MediumDiagnostics & Troubleshooting|Owner
PipeBev Quick-Edge
Need to bevel PVC pipe ends quickly and accurately without dedicated tool
3MediumInstallation & Assembly|Plumber
CompactPipe Pro
Homeowner needs to replace a flex pipe in a constrained vanity space without cutting the vanity, unsure if an AAV or other solution will work.
3MediumRepair and Maintenance Decisions|Homeowner
TileSafe Cartridge Puller
Need to remove a threaded piece to access a shower cartridge without damaging tiles.
3MediumRepair and Maintenance Decisions|Homeowner
SaddleShield Pro
Drain saddles are unreliable and cause future headaches, so proper plumbing is preferred but not standardized.
3MediumInstallation & Assembly|Plumber
PlumbGuide Pro
Unable to remove plastic plugs from a Delta shower slide bar support due to lack of clear instructions and difficulty with the removal process.
3MediumInstallation & Assembly|Homeowner / DIYer
PipeSlope Solver
Homeowner needs to fix a slow-flushing toilet caused by improper pipe slope in a confined crawlspace, but cannot easily re-plumb due to space constraints and existing pipe obstructions.
3MediumPlumbing|Homeowner (DIY)
ShutOff ClampValve
Homeowner needs a shut-off valve for an ice maker line but existing valve is soldered and stuck, requiring whole-house water shut-off for appliance service.
3MediumInstallation & Assembly|Homeowner
PlumbTest Access Tool
Need to pressure test a plumbing drain line that is inaccessible due to tight space and a sink obstructing access.
3MediumDiagnostics & Troubleshooting|Plumber
DebrisDefender Check Valve
Laundry lift pump check valves fail every 6-8 months due to debris buildup, causing backflow and unnecessary pump cycling.
3MediumMaintenance & Repair|Homeowner
ValveFlex Adapter
Older toilets with water valves coming from the floor are not compatible with newer toilets that have bigger bases, requiring plumbing modification.
3MediumInstallation & Assembly|Plumber
LeakSense Smart Shutoff
User needs a whole-house leak detector with automatic shutoff that distinguishes between normal high water usage (shower, yard watering) and a leak, allowing customizable thresholds and easy override.
3MediumWater Management|Homeowner
FlangeFix WideBase
Need a wider toilet flange to install in a concrete subfloor with a 6-inch hole and no anchoring surface for standard flanges.
3MediumInstallation & Assembly|Plumber
TrimMatch Gold
Cannot find a gold shower trim that fits an American Standard valve without replacing the valve or doing tile work.
3MediumProduct Selection & Quality|Homeowner