A homeowner needs to fix a greywater drainage pit on a 1907 home that has zero slope, a blocked line, and a broken pipe connection at the pit wall, and is unsure how to properly connect new pipe given insufficient pipe stub length.

No easy, DIY-friendly solution for connecting a new pipe to an old concrete pit when the existing stub is too short for a standard coupler.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 27, 2026

Workarounds Described

using a hammer drill to chip the concrete pit wall wider
re-piping the entire line with PVC and installing a modern drywell

Implied Software Gaps

A mobile app providing step-by-step plumbing repair instructions with 3D diagrams for connecting pipes to concrete pits

App Concept

PipeFix Pro Connector

A specialty plumbing connector kit designed for retrofitting old septic/drainage pits with short or damaged pipe stubs. It includes an expandable internal coupling and concrete sealing compound, allowing a secure, leak-proof connection without chipping the wall. Ideal for DIYers facing similar foundation drainage repairs.

Key Features

Expandable rubber coupling that grips inside the existing pipe stub (even if only 1 inch remains)
Compatible with 3-inch and 4-inch PVC/ABS pipes
Includes high-strength hydraulic cement for sealing around the connection at the pit wall
Step-by-step video guide for installation in tight spaces

Target Users: DIY homeowners and handymen dealing with old septic pits, greywater systems, or foundation drainage repairs on pre-1920 homes with limited pipe access

Revenue Model: $39.99 one-time purchase per connector kit

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