Plumber cannot fit a p-trap into a bathtub drain assembly due to poor rough-in by previous plumbers.

No software solution exists to help plumbers visualize or plan fitting of drain components in tight spaces caused by prior rough-in errors.

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Jun 28, 2026

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AR plumbing design tool to virtually test-fit drain components before physical installation

App Concept

DrainFit Pro

An AR-assisted plumbing design tool that overlays drain component dimensions onto real-world photos, allowing plumbers to test-fit p-traps and pipes virtually before cutting or assembling. It reduces trial-and-error and material waste.

Key Features

Upload a photo of the drain area and overlay 3D models of standard p-trap configurations
Measure distances and angles with augmented reality to check fit
Library of common rough-in mistakes with recommended fixes
Share annotated images with suppliers or colleagues for advice

Target Users: Plumbers and plumbing contractors working on residential bathtub installations and repairs, especially those dealing with rough-in errors

Revenue Model: Freemium with $9.99/mo pro tier for unlimited AR projects and component library access

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