Pittsburgh homeowners are investing in bathroom renovations at record pace, and the centerpiece of nearly every project is a brand-new bathtub. Whether you own a century-old brick home in Lawrenceville or a modern townhome in Cranberry Township, a fresh tub instantly raises comfort, resale value, and day-to-day wellness. With material prices shifting weekly and trade calendars booking months out, accurate planning is the difference between a dream bath and a budget bust. That is where CountBricks delivers unmatched clarity.
Sticker shock often starts when you compare advertised tub prices to the total invoice. Beyond the acrylic shell or cast-iron beauty, you will need demolition, plumbing re-routes, waterproofing, permit fees, trim carpentry, and final finish work. Pittsburgh’s older housing stock adds extra variables such as galvanized pipe replacement or non-standard drain locations.
• Material grade: acrylic, porcelain over steel, cast iron, or stone composite
• Plumbing complexity: new lines, valve upgrades, or moving the drain
• Structural reinforcement for heavier tubs
• Tile surrounds, waterproof backer board, and vapor barriers
• Disposal fees for old tubs and debris in Allegheny County
CountBricks uses voice-activated AI to capture every task discussed during your on-site walk-through. As you and our project lead speak, the platform matches real-time material prices from regional suppliers and labor rates sourced from our active Pittsburgh trade network. Instead of waiting days for a spreadsheet, you receive a live, line-item breakdown on your phone before we leave the driveway.
1. Voice Capture: Discuss goals, style, and existing issues while our AI records.
2. Blueprint Takeoff: Upload a photo of your floor plan; CountBricks measures length, width, and wall heights automatically.
3. Smart Catalog: Choose from curated tubs, valves, and finishes with instant pricing.
4. Risk Scan: The system flags permit needs or structural concerns unique to Pittsburgh codes.
5. Final Quote: Accept digitally and schedule; your selections feed straight into our construction calendar.
• Matte white acrylic for minimalist lofts
• Enamel-coated cast iron for historic homes
• Solid-surface stone composites for luxury condos
• Matte black Roman tub fillers
• Brushed brass grab bars that meet aging-in-place standards
• Frameless glass tub doors for combined shower spaces
Based on hundreds of CountBricks projects, a standard alcove tub replacement in Pittsburgh averages $7,800–$10,200, including demolition, mid-grade materials, and finish plumbing. Upscale freestanding installs with stone composite tubs and floor-mounted fillers trend between $14,000–$19,000. These figures already include Allegheny County permits and haul-away fees, so you can compare apples to apples.
• Order fixtures the same day you approve the quote; supply chain delays still affect specialty finishes.
• Opt for Schluter-style waterproofing systems to cut installation time by one full day.
• Bundle a new low-flow toilet install to save on plumber mobilization costs.
General contractors and remodelers partner with CountBricks to trim hours off every estimate and reduce change orders. Because our AI takeoff pulls quantities straight from blueprints, material orders show up accurate on the first delivery. Fewer return trips mean stronger margins and happier clients.
Standard replacements run three to five working days. Custom tile surrounds or structural fixes add time; CountBricks projects show an average lead time of nine days for complex builds.
Absolutely. Upload PDF or CAD files to CountBricks.com/services, and our AI extracts quantities in minutes.
Yes. CountBricks partners with several local lenders; you can apply directly from your digital quote.
Book a free on-site voice estimate at CountBricks.com/consultation and see why Pittsburgh homeowners trust us for seamless bathtub transformations.
When the Swanson family purchased a 1905 brick row house, the cast-iron clawfoot in the main bath was charming but cracked. Traditional plumbers quoted wide ranges from $6K to $15K, leaving the Swansons unsure where reality sat. A friend recommended CountBricks.
1. During a 45-minute walkthrough, our project lead described options while CountBricks AI captured every task—demo, subfloor leveling, and a new acrylic soaker tub with a matte black filler.
2. By the end of the visit, the couple reviewed a detailed $8,740 quote on their phone, complete with a 3-D rendering generated from the scanned room.
3. Material orders were locked the same day. Because quantities flowed directly from the AI takeoff, delivery arrived without shortages or overstock.
4. The crew completed the job in four working days, two days faster than neighborhood averages. Final invoice matched the original quote—zero change orders.
• Voice data eliminates forgotten scope items, protecting your budget.
• Real-time pricing shields you from mid-project supplier hikes.
• Blueprint takeoffs speed permits; inspectors receive exact specs up front.
If you own an older Pittsburgh home, unknown plumbing conditions can derail timelines. CountBricks performs a complimentary camera scope during the estimate, adding certainty before walls come down. Schedule your consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation and experience construction transparency powered by AI.
A bathtub may be one fixture, but its installation touches nearly every trade in residential construction. Partner with CountBricks to synchronize them all—so your next soak happens sooner, for the price you planned.
