Homeowner can't determine exact source of shower leak (pan vs tile weeping) and needs a short-term fix before planned full remodel.

No affordable, non-destructive method for homeowners to quickly determine if a shower leak is from the pan or tile weeping without removing tiles or calling a plumber.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 7, 2026

Workarounds Described

cuts drywall to inspect wet area
dries out studs and uses shower to see if they get wet again

Implied Software Gaps

A diagnostic app that guides the user through non-destructive moisture testing and classifies leak type automatically

App Concept

LeakSniff

LeakSniff is a DIY leak diagnostic kit for homeowners. It uses a moisture sensor array and tracer dye to pinpoint whether a shower leak originates from the pan or tile grout. Paired with a mobile app that guides the user through tests and interprets results, it saves hundreds in plumber calls and gives confidence for temporary fixes.

Key Features

Reusable moisture sensor mat that slides under shower pan
Water-soluble tracer dye with UV light to track leak path
Mobile app with step-by-step test procedures
Instant leak source classification (pan vs. tile vs. plumbing)

Target Users: Homeowners (DIY) and small contractors in the home services industry who need to diagnose shower leaks quickly without destructive investigation.

Revenue Model: $49.99 one-time kit (sensors + dye), plus $9.99/mo app subscription for advanced diagnostics and cloud storage of results

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