Persistent roach and water bug infestation in bathroom despite professional pest control, DIY traps, and cleaning efforts.

Existing pest control solutions are not addressing the root entry points (holes in wall, drains) and are only temporary fixes; landlord refuses to fix structural issues.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 28, 2026

Workarounds Described

uses gel bait and traps
spray roaches with Raid
cleans bodies and bleaches tub
keeps bathroom door shut

Implied Software Gaps

Automated pest sighting tracking and evidence documentation
Digital reporting tool for tenant-landlord pest issues with timestamped evidence
Sealing recommendation engine that integrates pest log with entry point photos

App Concept

PestProof Inspector

A mobile app that guides tenants through documenting pest evidence and structural deficiencies (holes, gaps, drain issues), automatically generates a formal maintenance request with photos and pest sighting logs, and tracks landlord compliance. Integrates with pest control services to provide targeted sealing recommendations.

Key Features

Photo-based pest sighting log with date/location stamp
Guided inspection checklist for common entry points
Auto-generated maintenance request report with evidence
Landlord response tracking and escalation reminders
Integration with local pest control for sealing services

Target Users: Tenants in rental properties (apartments, houses) experiencing persistent pest problems, especially in urban areas

Revenue Model: $4.99/month subscription for tenant, or free for tenants with a B2B model charging property management companies $99/month per building

Existing Solutions Mentioned

gel baittrapsmonthly pest control serviceRaid spraybleach cleaning

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