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Plumbing, Electrical, or other field servicePlumbing, Drainage & Flood Prevention4HighOwner$ implied

Dog wash tub drains slowly due to poor venting, requiring manual plunging to clear it, and groomers are refusing to use it.

Snaking clears blockages but does not fix the underlying venting issue; plunging provides temporary relief but not a permanent solution.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 31, 2026

Workarounds Described

plunges the tub to clear air lock
waits for tub to burp out air on its own

Implied Software Gaps

Diagnostic software that identifies venting issues without manual trial and error

App Concept

VentPro Drain Diagnostic

A diagnostic tool that measures air pressure and flow in drain lines to identify venting issues, combined with a guided installation kit for under-sink vents. It includes a pressure gauge, video scope, and step-by-step instructions to allow property owners or handymen to fix slow drains caused by poor venting without needing a plumber.

Key Features

Air pressure sensor to detect negative pressure in drain line
Video scope to inspect venting and blockages
Step-by-step guided app with AR overlay for vent installation
Compatibility check tool for common drain configurations
Report generation for landlord/insurance documentation

Target Users: Property managers and business owners in commercial or residential buildings with recurring slow drain issues.

Revenue Model: $49 one-time diagnostic tool purchase + $19/year app subscription for updates and support

Existing Solutions Mentioned

snaking with drain snake

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