Something broken? Find out what it is.
Snap a photo or record the sound. FinderlyFix tells you what's wrong, what it should cost to fix near you, and whether it's a job you can do yourself or one for a pro.
- Diagnosis in seconds
- Local cost estimate
- Parts list
- DIY steps or a vetted pro
A real answer, not ten search results.
What's actually wrong
A plain-English diagnosis of the problem in your photo or recording — no trade jargon, no guessing which forum thread applies to you.
What it should cost near you
A local cost range for the repair, so you know whether a quote is fair before you talk to anyone.
The parts you'll need
A parts list for the fix, linked to the right products so you're not standing in an aisle guessing at sizes.
Fix it, or call a pro
Step-by-step DIY instructions when it's a job you can do — or one tap to a vetted local pro when it isn't.
Three steps, no account, no waiting.
Snap it or record it
Point your phone at the drip, the breaker, the crack, the stain — or record the noise the furnace makes. A photo, a short video or a sound clip all work.
Get the diagnosis
In seconds you get what's wrong, how urgent it is, what the fix should cost in your area and what parts it takes.
Decide with confidence
Follow the DIY steps if it's within reach. If it isn't, tap Call Now and reach a vetted pro who already knows the scope.
If a photo can show it, start here.
The problems homeowners bring most often. Diagnose first — and if it turns out to be a job for a pro, the right trade is one tap away.
Plumbing
- Leak under the sink
- Toilet that keeps running
- Low water pressure
- Water heater not heating
Electrical
- Breaker that keeps tripping
- Outlet stopped working
- Flickering lights
- Buzzing switch or panel
Heating & cooling
- AC blowing warm air
- Furnace short-cycling
- Strange noise from the unit
- Ice on the refrigerant line
Appliances
- Dishwasher not draining
- Dryer running but not heating
- Fridge too warm
- Washer leaking
Water damage & mold
- Stain spreading on the ceiling
- Musty smell in a room
- Dark spots on drywall
- Soft or warped flooring
General repair
- Cracked tile or grout
- Door that won't latch
- Hole in the drywall
- Sticking window
Three things that make the answer sharper.
Get close, keep it lit
Fill the frame with the problem and make sure it's well lit. A little of the surrounding area helps with context.
Use video for anything that moves
A drip, a wobble, a spark — a few seconds of video shows what a still photo can't.
Record the sound
Rattling, humming, clicking, whining: the noise is often the diagnosis. Hold your phone near the source.
Diagnosis questions, answered
Common household issues across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, water damage and mold, and general repair, things like a leak under the sink, a tripped breaker box, or a cracked tile. If a photo can show it, Finderly can usually take a first pass at it.
The AI is trained on real repair data and gives you a well-informed starting point, but every diagnosis and cost estimate is an AI-generated estimate, not a guarantee. For anything expensive, dangerous, or uncertain, confirm with a licensed professional before you act.
Get close enough that the problem is clearly visible and well lit, and include a bit of the surrounding area for context. A short video helps for anything that moves, drips, or makes noise.
Finderly estimates what the repair should cost in your local area based on the diagnosis and real repair data. Treat it as a ballpark to help you decide between DIY and hiring, not a quote.
Try another photo from a different angle or with better lighting, or add a short video. If it's still unclear, use Call Now to talk to a pro who can take a look.
Homeowners can use FinderlyFix today at no charge, including photo diagnosis, cost estimates, DIY guidance and Call Now routing. A premium tier called DIY+ is planned for the future, but there's no pricing to announce yet.
After a diagnosis, tap Call Now and Finderly routes you instantly to a vetted contractor near you who handles that type of work. Because the problem is already diagnosed, the pro knows the scope before you're even on the phone.
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In an emergency, don't diagnose — act. If you smell gas, see sparks or an electrical fire, or a structure looks unsafe, leave the area and call emergency services or a licensed professional right away. Every diagnosis here is an AI-generated estimate, not a guarantee.
Ready when something breaks.
Scroll up and diagnose it right here — or open the full app to save your projects and pick up where you left off.