A homeowner's post-installation flood test with water above the shower's normal use level leads to disputes about whether a shower installation actually failed.

No authoritative, easy-to-share guidelines or digital tools exist to quickly validate correct testing protocols (pre-tile vs post-tile flood test) for shower installations, causing costly disputes with homeowners.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

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Added

May 1, 2026

Implied Software Gaps

Validated testing protocol reference and report generation for shower installations

App Concept

ShowerTest Validator

A mobile app that provides industry-standard testing protocols, generates on-site test reports, and resolves client disputes. Contractors can record test type, water depth, duration, and photo/video evidence, then share a tamper-proof report showing compliance with code.

Key Features

Step-by-step guided testing workflows for pre-tile flood test, post-tile flood test, and live shower test
Photo and video capture with timestamps and GPS location
Automatic generation of a shareable PDF report referencing relevant plumbing codes
Dispute resolution dashboard with side-by-side comparison of standard vs actual test parameters

Target Users: Tile and shower installation contractors in residential plumbing, especially small to mid-size businesses

Revenue Model: $19/mo per user subscription with a free tier limited to 3 reports per month

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