Homeowner needs to remove old plumbing pipes in concrete slab for bathroom renovation without risking future leaks from connections buried in concrete.

Plumbers have conflicting advice on whether connections in concrete are safe; no clear standard or simple tool to reroute pipes without extensive demolition.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 27, 2026

Workarounds Described

contractor jackhammered partially into slab
contractor plans to cut pipes and cap them within concrete with tape and pour concrete over

Implied Software Gaps

Software to generate compliant reroute plans for in-slab plumbing without buried joints

App Concept

SlabSafe Pipe Reroute

SlabSafe Pipe Reroute is a specialized plumbing design and inspection service that provides detailed plans and permits for safely rerouting pipes in concrete slabs without buried connections. It offers a risk assessment and clear guidance, eliminating guesswork and conflicting advice.

Key Features

On-site slab scanning to locate existing pipes
Custom reroute design with above-slab connections only
Permit-ready engineering plans
Risk assessment report with cost estimates

Target Users: Homeowners and contractors doing bathroom or kitchen renovations involving concrete slab plumbing in residential properties

Revenue Model: $199 per inspection and report, plus $399 for design and permit package

Existing Solutions Mentioned

jackhammer to break concretecut pipes and cap in slab with tape and concretebreak through slab and connect underground

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