Unable to prevent mice from entering a rental flat due to structural gaps and lack of tenant cooperation, with health risks from droppings.

Workarounds Described

• packs tin foil into a large hole behind toilet
• uses scrunched up wire wool mixed with polyfiller
• leaves letters for neighbors asking them to fill holes
• inspects gaps manually with limited access
• washes dishes and uses camping kettle to avoid contaminated electric kettle

Implied Software Gaps

• Mobile app that uses AR to scan gaps and recommend appropriate sealants or tools
• Multi-tenant communication platform to coordinate pest control efforts across different landlords
• Smart trap monitoring system that alerts when mice are caught or activity detected

PestProof Pro

A comprehensive pest exclusion app for tenants in multi-unit buildings. It guides users step-by-step to identify and seal entry points using specialized tools and materials, coordinates with landlords and neighbors via in-app messaging, and provides AI-powered inspection logs to share with property managers.

Existing Solutions Mentioned