Field ServiceWater Supply & Pump Automation4HighHomeowner$ implied
Intermittent low-pressure water supply requires pumping water to roof tanks, but the pump repeatedly gets air locks and lacks an automatic shutoff when tanks are full.
No solution mentioned; the user is seeking advice on why the pump airlocks and how to automate shutoff.
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Opp. Score
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Severity
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Willingness to Pay
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Added
May 1, 2026
Workarounds Described
- Manually listens for pipe knocking to know when tank is full, then turns off pump
Implied Software Gaps
- Automatic pump shutoff when storage tank is full
App Concept
AutoPrime TankFill
Smart pump controller that automatically primes the pump to prevent air locks and shuts off the pump when the tank is full. Uses a float sensor and a purge valve to eliminate air, plus a pressure sensor to detect fill level and stop the pump before pipes knock.
Key Features
- Automatic pump priming cycle to expel air locks
- Float or ultrasonic level sensor for tank full detection
- Automatic pump shutoff when tank reaches set level
- Pressure sensor to prevent pipe hammer and overfilling
- Manual override and status alerts via LED or app
Target Users: Homeowners in areas with intermittent water supply who pump water to roof tanks using a force pump
Revenue Model: $199 one-time device + $9/year optional monitoring subscription
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