Owner cannot diagnose why shallow well water pulses through sprinklers, despite multiple pump replacements and no loss of prime.

No affordable, easy-to-use tool for measuring static water level and flow rate in residential wells; current methods are crude and unreliable.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 3, 2026

Workarounds Described

using a washer tied to a string to measure water depth

Implied Software Gaps

An affordable water level sensor and app that provides accurate static water level readings and diagnostics for residential well pulsing issues

App Concept

WellPulse Diagnostic

WellPulse Diagnostic is a mobile app paired with a low-cost Bluetooth water level sensor that homeowners attach to their well vent. It reads static water level, recovery rate, and flow pressure in real-time, diagnosing pulsing issues with clear recommendations. No more guesswork with string and washers.

Key Features

Real-time static water level measurement
Flow rate and pressure monitoring
Automated diagnostics for pulsing, air locks, pump sizing
Historical data tracking across seasons
API integration with smart sprinkler controllers

Target Users: Homeowners and small property owners with shallow wells used for irrigation in suburban and rural areas, typically single-family homes.

Revenue Model: $49 one-time sensor purchase + $4.99/mo app subscription for advanced diagnostics and data logging. Pro version at $9.99/mo includes historical analytics and multi-well support.

Existing Solutions Mentioned

replaced pumpmeasured water depth with string and washercity water backup

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