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Roofing (subcategory of Home Services)Installation & Assembly3MediumChimney contractor / Owner

Water leaks over the edge of the sloped roof at the chimney flashing, deteriorating masonry.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

none

Added

May 25, 2026

Workarounds Described

Creates custom flashing baffle that acts as miniature eavestrough
Seals with door caulking and roofing epoxy

Implied Software Gaps

None explicitly described; user designed a physical workaround, not a software gap

App Concept

LeakGuard Flashing Designer

An app that helps chimney and roofing pros design custom flashing baffles for complex roof-chimney intersections. Users input roof slope, chimney dimensions, and leak locations to generate a 3D model and materials list. Integrates with suppliers for pre-cut flashing kits.

Key Features

3D modeling of flashing geometry for sloped roofs
Auto-generate cut list and materials
Leak risk prediction based on roof angle and chimney placement
Integration with sheet metal suppliers for pre-fabricated flashing

Target Users: Roofing and chimney contractors who install custom flashing on residential roofs with complex pitches

Revenue Model: $19/month subscription or $5 per design generated

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