Chicago homeowners are renovating at record speed, and bathroom upgrades top the list. A fresh bathtub not only boosts comfort and resale value, it also helps you meet current plumbing codes and water-efficiency standards. When you partner with CountBricks, you gain a Chicago-based team that blends hands-on craftsmanship with AI-powered estimating tools. The result is an install or replacement that stays on budget, on schedule and on point.
From South Loop condos to North Shore single-family homes, each Chicago bathroom brings unique challenges—tight floorplans, historic plumbing, and strict municipal inspections. CountBricks’ cloud platform draws on real-time city cost databases and building code libraries, ensuring every material line item and labor hour reflects Chicago reality. No guesswork, no last-minute price hikes.
• 2024 Illinois Plumbing Code updates on anti-scald valves
• Typical Chicago joist spacing that affects cast-iron tub weight limits
• High-rise water shut-down scheduling and condo board approval workflows
1. Voice-Driven Discovery Call: Using our mobile app, simply walk us through the space. Our AI converts your words into a preliminary scope, complete with square footage and fixture counts.
2. AI Blueprint Takeoff: Upload floorplans or snap photos. CountBricks auto-detects wet walls and drain locations to calculate demo, rough-in and finish labor.
3. Instant Estimate: Within minutes you receive a detailed line-item estimate with labor, materials and permits—ready for your lender or insurance agent.
4. Material Selection Session: Choose among acrylic, fiberglass, or cast-iron tubs right inside the CountBricks catalog, all pre-priced for Chicago supply houses.
5. Scheduled Installation: Our licensed plumbers and tile crews arrive with barcode-tracked materials so nothing is missed.
6. Digital Close-Out Packet: Post-install photos, warranty docs and a final paid invoice are stored in your CountBricks dashboard for easy access.
Every Chicago bathtub project differs, yet three variables drive the price:
• Tub Material: Acrylic units are lighter and cheaper; cast iron costs more but lasts longer.
• Surround Finish: Basic fiberglass surrounds install quickly, while custom porcelain tile demands additional waterproofing and labor.
• Plumbing Relocation: Keeping the drain on the same side can save up to 18% on total cost.
CountBricks’ AI evaluates these variables instantly. If you toggle from acrylic to cast iron, your estimate refreshes in real time—no need to wait days for a revised quote.
• Day 1: Site protection and demo
• Day 2: Rough plumbing, drain alignment and pressure test
• Day 3-4: Surround installation, waterproofing cure time
• Day 5: Finish plumbing, caulk and clean
The CountBricks scheduling engine auto-adjusts for lead times and Chicago permit approvals, keeping surprises to a minimum.
• Confirm elevator dimensions before ordering a one-piece tub for a high-rise unit.
• Opt for a textured floor pan to comply with Chicago’s slip-resistance requirements.
• Schedule demolition on trash pick-up days; CountBricks can coordinate city dumpster permits.
• Install a dedicated GFCI outlet if you plan to add a whirlpool feature.
• Use a moisture-resistant LED light over the tub to meet latest energy codes.
• AI-Accurate Budgets: Estimates align within 2% of final invoice on over 500 Chicago bathtub projects.
• Transparent Communication: Voice notes, photos and approvals live in one cloud hub, eliminating email chains.
• Local Field Crews: Every installer carries City of Chicago plumbing and construction licenses.
• Warranty Confidence: CountBricks offers a two-year labor warranty, double the state minimum.
Book a free 15-minute voice consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation. Upload a snapshot of your existing tub, mention this article, and receive a complimentary waterproof membrane upgrade.
Whether you’re refreshing a Lincoln Park townhouse or modernizing a West Loop loft, a new bathtub is a high-impact investment. With CountBricks’ fusion of AI precision and seasoned trade professionals, “bathtub install/replace Chicago” becomes a predictable, stress-free project. Ready to step into a better bath? Reach out today and let CountBricks turn your vision into warm, relaxing reality.
When the Ramirez family purchased a 1920s brick bungalow in Portage Park, the original steel tub was rusted and the plumbing dated. They contacted CountBricks for a full bath upgrade.
• Scope: Remove 5-foot steel tub, install 60-inch cast-iron soaker, retile surround
• Timeline: 6 working days
• Budget Accuracy: Estimate $9,840 | Final Invoice $9,910 (0.7% variance)
1. AI Takeoff Precision: Our platform flagged that the existing joists required sistering to support the heavier cast-iron unit, automatically adding labor hours and lumber to the estimate.
2. Permit Fast-Track: CountBricks generated pre-filled Chicago DOB permit forms, cutting approval time by two days.
3. Material Logistics: Barcode-scanned deliveries ensured the custom porcelain tile and niche hardware arrived before demolition wrapped, keeping momentum high.
“We loved seeing live updates in the CountBricks app. No cost surprises, no communication gaps, and the crew left the site spotless.” — Maria R.
• Upgrading tub weight? Ask CountBricks to run a joist load calculation first.
• Factor in permit lead times—our auto-generated paperwork can save a week.
• Use the CountBricks material catalog to lock in pricing before supply spikes.
Visit CountBricks.com/services to schedule a digital walk-through, or explore more portfolio highlights at CountBricks.com/portfolio. Your dream bath is a click—and a few AI-driven calculations—away.
