Field ServicePlumbing, Electrical, or other field service3MediumHomeowner$ implied
Homeowner needs a reliable, adjustable connector to join dissimilar pipe sizes (1.5" PVC to 4" corrugated) without leaking when both horizontal and vertical flow converge.
Existing fittings (PVC Wye or 90° Tee) don't provide the correct angle for horizontal drainage, while the corrugated tee is adjustable but leaks at the horizontal section due to water pooling.
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Added
Apr 28, 2026
Workarounds Described
- uses tile tape to try to seal leaking corrugated tee
- considered digging a separate ditch to run parallel pipe
App Concept
DrainFlex Universal Connector
A fully adjustable, leak-proof pipe coupler that joins dissimilar pipe materials and sizes (e.g., 1.5" PVC to 4" corrugated) with a built-in sealing gasket and adjustable angle locking mechanism. It prevents water pooling and handles simultaneous vertical and horizontal flow without requiring a separate ditch.
Key Features
- Adjustable angle from 0° to 45° with locking pins
- Rubber gasket seal for leak-proof connection
- Works with PVC, corrugated, and cast iron of varying diameters
- Built-in flow diverter to prevent pooling at junctions
- Tool-free installation with cam-lock levers
Target Users: Homeowners and handymen performing DIY drainage repairs, typically working with sump pump discharge and downspout systems on single-family homes.
Revenue Model: $19.99 per unit at hardware retailers and online; bulk pricing for contractors at $12.99/unit
Existing Solutions Mentioned
Fernco rubber adaptercorrugated tee adaptertile tapePVC Wye Tee90° Tee
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