Persistent, variable-intensity bad smell from new shower waste despite brand-new installation; suspect missing seal or trap issue, but unable to diagnose without invasive demolition.

No non-invasive diagnostic tool exists for identifying the cause of sewer gas smells from shower drains without dismantling tiled installations.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 29, 2026

Workarounds Described

visual inspection of waste without disassembly
asking for advice on Reddit

Implied Software Gaps

Mobile diagnostic app that analyzes drain camera footage and gas sensor data to pinpoint odor sources

App Concept

DrainSniff Pro

A diagnostic tool that uses a camera and gas sensor to inspect shower waste connections and detect seal failures or trap issues without removing tiles. Provides a clear report on the source of odors.

Key Features

Inspect waste pipe connections with a flexible camera
Gas sensor detects sewer gas concentration
Identify missing seals or dry traps
Generate repair recommendations report

Target Users: Plumbers and homeowners dealing with mysterious drain odors in newly renovated bathrooms

Revenue Model: $29.99 per diagnostic use via app, or $199/mo for plumber subscription with unlimited scans

Existing Solutions Mentioned

asking plumber installer to returnonline forum searchvisual inspection of waste

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