PlumbingPart Identification & Selection3MediumTechnician$ implied

Cannot identify and connect a non-standard gas valve fitting, risking inability to complete a repair or replacement.

No tool exists to identify non-standard gas valve fittings by simple measurement and recommend compatible adapters or hoses.

Opp. Score

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jul 4, 2026

App Concept

ValveMatch Pro

A mobile app that uses camera-based measurement and a database of gas valve fittings to instantly identify any valve type and suggest compatible hoses, adapters, and fittings. No more guessing or fruitless searches.

Key Features

Measure valve OD using phone camera with on-screen ruler
Identify valve type from database of over 10,000 fittings
Show compatible hoses, adapters, and reducers with links to purchase
Save identification history for future reference

Target Users: Plumbing and HVAC technicians who encounter non-standard or obscure gas valves during service calls

Revenue Model: Freemium with $9.99/month Pro tier for unlimited identifications and advanced database

Part of App Idea

PartMatch Plumber

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