Kitchen installer needs to extend a washing machine waste pipe without harming the pump or creating sediment buildup, but struggles to find the optimal installation approach.

Extension hoses are prone to sagging, holding water, and causing pump damage and sediment buildup; no clear standard guidance exists for extending waste lines in tight spaces.

Opp. Score

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 19, 2026

Workarounds Described

used extension hose that left waste water sitting in the pipe
went down web rabbit hole researching if it's bad for the pump

Implied Software Gaps

AR-based waste pipe planning app that calculates optimal routing and recommends rigid extension solutions

App Concept

WasteFlow Pro

WasteFlow Pro is a mobile app that guides kitchen and laundry installers through optimal waste pipe extension planning. It uses AR to measure distances and recommend pre-fabricated rigid extension kits, ensuring no standing water and minimal pump strain. Eliminates guesswork and rabbit-hole research.

Key Features

AR-based room scanning to measure exact pipe run
Recommendation engine for rigid extension kits vs. flexible hoses
Installation instructions with torque specs and slope requirements
Library of common appliance waste port locations and clearances

Target Users: Self-employed kitchen fitters, bathroom installers, and plumbers in the UK working on residential renovations

Revenue Model: $4.99 per AR scan/plan or $19.99/mo subscription for unlimited plans and kit discounts

Existing Solutions Mentioned

extension hoseweb rabbit hole (research)

Part of App Idea

Kitchen installer needs to extend a washing machine waste pipe without harming the pump or creating sediment buildup, but struggles to find the optimal installation approach.

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