Residential Water Supply & Pump AutomationEquipment Management4HighHomeowner$ implied
Rural resident needs a fail-safe high water level cutoff switch for borehole pump to prevent overflow when primary float switch fails.
Existing float switch alone is a single point of failure; no off-the-shelf backup high-level cutoff device that breaks circuit on high water level.
49
0
Opp. Score
49
Severity
4High
Willingness to Pay
implied
Added
May 10, 2026
Workarounds Described
- relied solely on existing float switch
- googling for a product that doesn't exist
Implied Software Gaps
- smart pump controller with dual-level sensor and automatic shutoff
App Concept
AquaGuard Backup
AquaGuard Backup is a redundant high-water cutoff controller for borehole and well pumps. It installs easily alongside existing float switches and uses a pressure sensor or secondary float to break power to the pump when water reaches a critical level, preventing costly overflows. No smart home required—works independently of primary controls.
Key Features
- Simple relay that breaks pump circuit when water level exceeds safe threshold
- Works with pressure sensors or additional float switch (user's choice)
- Battery backup to maintain operation during power outages
- Audible and visual alarm when activated
Target Users: Homeowners with borehole or well water systems in rural areas
Revenue Model: $49 one-time hardware cost plus optional $12/year alarm monitoring service
Existing Solutions Mentioned
float switch
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