Boise summers are hotter and longer than they were a decade ago. Homeowners—and the builders who serve them—now consider an efficient, properly sized air conditioning system a non-negotiable. Yet, AC pricing swings weekly as copper, refrigerant, and labor costs shift. CountBricks keeps your estimate precise by pulling real-time pricing from trusted regional suppliers and pairing it with local labor averages the moment you speak them into our platform.
• Temperatures regularly top 100°F in July and August
• Rapid residential growth stretches trade capacity, lifting install prices
• New energy codes reward right-sized, high-SEER equipment
• Rebates and tax credits motivate homeowners to upgrade sooner
1. System capacity (tonnage) – Undersize and you risk callbacks; oversize and you inflate equipment and energy costs.
2. Ductwork condition – Older homes in the Bench and North End often require sealing or complete re-runs.
3. Electrical service – Many 1950s ranches still have 100-amp panels; upgrades add material and permit fees.
4. Attic insulation – More R-value lets you spec a smaller, less expensive condenser.
5. Schedule compression – Boise’s short build season can double overtime rates if you miss procurement windows.
1. Open a project and describe the space: “2,400 square foot two-story, R-38 attic, existing ducts.”
2. CountBricks AI maps the description to Manual J load parameters.
3. A best-fit 3-ton or 4-ton recommendation appears instantly, tied to live supplier pricing.
• Line-item tasks—demo, set condenser pad, run line set—populate automatically.
• Labor hours adjust to home age and access complexity.
• Permits and Title 24 forms are pre-filled for Ada County requirements.
• Branded PDFs export in seconds, ready for homeowner e-signature.
• Change the SEER rating and watch material and rebate lines refresh live.
• Sync directly with CountBricks.com/invoices to schedule progress billings.
1. Verify insulation levels with a quick IR scan.
2. Measure window square footage and orientation—south-facing glass can add half a ton.
3. Confirm duct leakage below 10% with a pressure pan test.
4. Pull electric panel cover; ensure 240-volt, 30-amp breaker space.
5. Inspect exterior set-back distance for Boise City code compliance (30 inches minimum).
Each data point feeds directly into CountBricks’ database, so your spoken notes become immediate line items and cost impacts.
A 1,650 sq ft 1930s bungalow required a 2-stage, 16-SEER, 2.5-ton unit. Using CountBricks:
• Field tech captured dimensions in 7 minutes with phone voice notes.
• Materials auto-populated at $3,420 based on that morning’s distributor feed.
• Labor calculated at 28 hours, factoring crawl-space duct access.
• Customer received a signed quote the same afternoon and scheduled within three days.
CountBricks eliminates spreadsheet chaos and pricing surprises. Whether you’re a GC managing a subdivision or a remodeler refreshing a single home, our AI-driven platform helps you:
• Win jobs faster with accurate, transparent numbers
• Protect margins by tracking live supplier price changes
• Impress homeowners with polished, professional proposals
Start a free demo today at CountBricks.com/services and experience Boise’s fastest path from takeoff to paid invoice.
Larger residential projects multiply the challenges of AC budgeting. One missed price spike on 50 condensers can erase your profit. CountBricks offers builders a scalable safety net.
• Upload a subdivision’s full plan set once—our AI tags each unit type and its HVAC requirements automatically.
• Adjust insulation or window specs across all models and watch AC tonnage and costs recalculate in real time.
• CountBricks syncs nightly with Boise-area distributors, giving you a single dashboard for condenser, coil, and line-set costs.
• Set alert thresholds so you know when copper rises 5% and it’s time to pre-buy.
1. Approve materials for Phase 1 and instantly generate purchase orders.
2. Issue progress invoices tied to completed tasks—demo, rough-in, set, start-up—directly from CountBricks.com/invoices.
3. Export data to your accounting software with one click, eliminating double entry.
• Order condensers in early spring; demand spikes post-Memorial Day.
• Use two-stage systems in mixed sun/shade lots to balance homeowner comfort with long-term energy savings.
• Leverage Idaho Power rebates listed inside CountBricks to boost your marketing package.
CountBricks is more than estimating software—it’s your project command center. Visit CountBricks.com/portfolio to see additional Boise installations and discover how AI can safeguard your margins on every lot.
