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Show HN: TapNfix – Instant help, anytime, anywhere

1•TapNfix•8mo ago
Hey HN,

We’re a team of BTech students on a mission to solve a painfully common problem — being stranded or stuck when you urgently need help.

-> Car broke down in the middle of nowhere? -> AC stopped working in peak summer? -> Need a maid or cook urgently and don’t know who to call

Introducing Tapnfix – an upcoming real-time platform that instantly connects you with trusted, nearby service providers — mechanics, electricians, plumbers, domestic workers — all with just a tap.

Here’s what we’re building: -> Live location-based matching with real-time tracking (like Uber, but for services) -> Instant service requests with estimated arrival times -> Map interface showing the distance between you and helpers -> Flexible payment options – cash or digital

We’re still building the first version of the product, but the vision is bold — to make emergency help as easy and fast as booking a cab.

If you’ve ever felt stuck without knowing who to call, you’re the person we’re building for.

We’d love your feedback, early suggestions, or even a reality check. Your insights could shape something that might help a lot of people.

Thanks for your consideration, — Team Tapnfix

Comments

yocoda•8mo ago
> Car broke down in the middle of nowhere? -> AC stopped working in peak summer? -> Need a maid or cook urgently and don’t know who to call

If this is instant help-it must be trustless help; you either know this person or...deal with liability. Your mentioning of Car tells me you don't assume a majority of people have roadside assistance. I assume you're searching for a problem to solve?

You focus heavily on speed can you enlighten me and let me understand why?

TapNfix•8mo ago
Thank you so much for raising this — you’ve touched on some of the most critical aspects we’re actively thinking through.

You’re right: trust and liability are fundamental concerns, especially when connecting people with unfamiliar service providers. At Tapnfix, our initial focus is on Tier 1 and Tier 2 Indian cities, where many people don’t have access to formal roadside assistance or verified home service providers. In many cases, people rely on whoever the nearest shop suggests — with zero background checks or accountability.

That’s where Tapnfix wants to step in — to bring structure and reliability to an otherwise informal, often risky process.

Why we emphasize speed: Because in these real-life scenarios — a car breakdown in traffic, a pipe burst flooding your home — delays cause damage, danger, and distress. Speed isn’t just a luxury; it’s often essential. But you’re right — speed without trust is dangerous. That’s why we’re building a layer of trust around speed, not in place of it.

We’re working on: • Background-verified service providers • Real-time location tracking • Ratings and reviews • Customer support and dispute resolution • Escrow-based payments in future releases

We’re still early and learning fast, but this kind of feedback is exactly what helps us strengthen our approach. So truly, thank you — it means a lot to get thoughtful input at this stage.

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