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PlumbingStructural Engineering & Feasibility3MediumPlumber$ implied

A plumber is unsure whether it is safe to cut through floor joists to relocate a toilet drain in a bathroom remodel, and is concerned about structural risk and the lack of a permit.

No software exists to quickly assess structural feasibility of cutting joists for plumbing runs and provide code-compliant alternatives.

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Jun 24, 2026

App Concept

JoistSafe Pro

JoistSafe Pro is an AI-powered structural calculator that lets plumbers and contractors input joist span, size, spacing, and pipe dimensions to instantly determine safe hole locations and sizes. It recommends alternative routing when cutting is unsafe, and generates a report for permit applications.

Key Features

Joist hole size and location calculator
Engineered alternative routing suggestions
Permit-ready structural compliance reports
Material and cost estimator for reroutes

Target Users: Plumbers and bathroom remodelers working on residential retrofits in small to mid-sized contracting firms

Revenue Model: $19.99 per project report or $99/month unlimited for contractors

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