Field ServiceTooling & Equipment4HighSolo Operator$ implied

A drain fitting has a non-standard 1 3/4-inch inner diameter and the user cannot find a connector or donut/plunger fitting that fits.

Standard donut/plunger fittings are not available for a 1 3/4-inch ID drain fitting, and online searches yield no compatible products.

Opp. Score

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 3, 2026

Workarounds Described

searches online for fitting that fits 1 3/4 inch ID

Implied Software Gaps

Photo or dimension-based plumbing fitting identification app that matches non-standard sizes to available adapters

App Concept

FitFind Pro

FitFind Pro is a mobile app and online database that identifies non-standard plumbing fittings using photo recognition and dimensions. Users snap a picture or input measurements, and the app returns compatible connectors, adapters, or custom solutions from a comprehensive catalog. It eliminates hours of trial-and-error searching for rare fittings.

Key Features

Photo-based identification of plumbing fittings
Database of non-standard and rare fitting sizes
Compatibility matching with available connectors and adapters
Direct links to purchase from suppliers or request custom manufacturing

Target Users: Plumbers, handymen, and DIY homeowners who encounter non-standard or obsolete plumbing fittings

Revenue Model: Freemium with $4.99 one-time identification fee or $9.99/month subscription for unlimited identifications and custom fitting sourcing

Existing Solutions Mentioned

donut/plunger fitting

Part of App Idea

A drain fitting has a non-standard 1 3/4-inch inner diameter and the user cannot find a connector or donut/plunger fitting that fits.

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