Electrician is frustrated by inconsistent clearance requirements between new and existing installations for disconnect switches and receptacles near a gas regulator and insta-hot water heater.

No common standard or reference tool to quickly determine clearance requirements for electrical components near gas regulators and insta-hot water heaters.

Severity

2Mild

Willingness to Pay

none

Added

Jun 8, 2026

App Concept

ClearanceChek

ClearanceChek is a mobile app that helps electricians and contractors quickly verify required clearances between electrical components and other equipment (gas regulators, water heaters, etc.) based on local codes. It shows visual diagrams and provides a pass/fail check, reducing guesswork and rework.

Key Features

Enter component types and distances, get instant clearance compliance check
Visual diagram showing required clearances
Reference local electrical and building codes
Save and share compliance reports

Target Users: Electricians, electrical contractors, and home inspectors working on residential and commercial installations

Revenue Model: Freemium with $9.99/mo pro subscription for unlimited checks and code updates

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