PlumbingPart Identification & Selection
PartFinder Pro
Identify plumbing parts by photo or description instantly
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Opp. Score
41
Reports
15
Severity
3Medium
Trend
0%
stable
First Seen
May 15, 2026
App Concept
PartFinder Pro
PartFinder Pro uses AI to identify plumbing parts from photos or descriptions, instantly returning the exact part number, cross-reference data, and purchase links. No more guessing or wasted trips to hardware stores. Built specifically for part identification in plumbing, it covers fixtures, flushometers, traps, and more.
Key Features
- Snap a photo of any part to get instant identification and part number
- Text search with natural language descriptions for obscure parts
- Compatibility checker for replacement parts across brands and vintages
- Direct links to order from suppliers or manufacturers
Target Users: Plumbers, DIY homeowners, and maintenance technicians who need to quickly identify and source plumbing replacement parts
Revenue Model: Freemium with limited monthly identifications; Pro subscription ($9.99/month) for unlimited use and advanced compatibility checks
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Problem Reports (15)
ValveMatch Pro
Unable to find an identical replacement stem/insert for a 1/2 inch outdoor sillcock valve because the new part does not fit the existing valve body.
Plumbing3MediumHomeowner/DIYer
TrapFinder Pro
Schedule 40 tubular traps are unreliable and do not fit properly, requiring frequent replacement.
Plumbing3MediumPlumber
PartSnap Pro
A plumbing professional cannot identify the proper name or supplier for a specific replacement part (.5 GPM flushometer influent restrictor from Sloan), wasting time searching.
Plumbing3MediumPlumber
P-Trap Match
Replacement P-trap parts from different brands or vintages do not fit together, requiring full replacement rather than partial repair.
Plumbing2MildPlumber
VintageFaucetParts Pro
Cannot find a replacement sprayer hose with 1/8" internal thread to fit an older kitchen faucet, and adapter solutions leak.
Plumbing3MediumHomeowner
ProPress Plus Fitting Advisor
Plumber faces uncertainty about whether a SharkBite fitting will hold under high stress and movement in a pump installation.
Plumbing2MildPlumber
PlumbAdapt Pro
Unable to find a 1 1/4" hub to 1 1/2" slip joint adapter for a vanity drain installation.
Plumbing3MediumPlumber
PartSwap Pro
Plumber needs to replace a specific part of a faucet assembly but lacks quick identification and sourcing information.
Plumbing2MildPlumber
PermaSeal Thread Locker
A plumber cannot get 3/4 PEX A male adapters to seal on the threaded side, even with proper tightening, due to a suspected manufacturer defect, and needs a permanent thread sealant for buried lines.
Plumbing4HighPlumber
Solder-Free TubDrop
A plumber needs a reliable way to connect a tub spout to a valve without soldering copper, avoiding PEX restrictions and lacking a pre-soldered FIP-to-copper adapter.
Plumbing3MediumPlumber
StopperSnap
Handyman needs replacement stopper and washer for Toto bath drain but manufacturer only sells entire kit, forcing unnecessary expense.
Plumbing3MediumHandyman
PlumbMatch Finder
Cannot find a replacement slip-fit tub spout with diverter that fits a non-standard copper pipe with a coupling slightly larger than 1/2 inch.
Plumbing3MediumHomeowner
GasketFinder Pro
Plumbers waste time searching for the correct replacement gasket because the specific gasket cannot be easily identified or sourced.
Plumbing3MediumPlumber
PartSnap ID
Unable to find a handle for a specific cartridge, likely for a faucet or valve replacement.
Plumbing2MildHomeowner or DIY plumber
SupplySnap Parts Finder
Plumbers cannot easily replace leaking faucet supply line connections because the unique parts are not stocked at hardware stores and difficult to source.
Plumbing3MediumPlumber
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