Plumber cannot find a fitting to connect 1/4" compression valve to 1/2" PEX for a water filtration system, wasting time searching.

Existing fitting finders or inventory search tools don't handle non-standard adapter combos; plumber has to manually browse or guess.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

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Added

Jul 3, 2026

Implied Software Gaps

An adapter finder that maps between different connection types and sizes for water line fittings.

App Concept

FitQuick Adapter Finder

A mobile app that lets plumbers input two connection types (e.g., 1/4" compression to 1/2" PEX) and instantly shows the exact adapter fitting needed, with links to purchase. Saves hours of searching and guesswork.

Key Features

Input source and destination connection types and sizes
Instant adapter/fitting recommendation with visual diagram
Link to buy from suppliers or local store inventory
Barcode scanner to identify existing fittings

Target Users: Plumbers, HVAC techs, and DIYers who need to connect mismatched pipe types for water filtration, ice makers, or other retrofit projects

Revenue Model: Freemium with $4.99/month pro tier (unlimited adapter lookups, barcode scanning, supplier price comparison)

Existing Solutions Mentioned

Home Depot website

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