Nothing ages a beautiful brick façade faster than cracked or eroding mortar. Homeowners often postpone repairs because “How much will it cost?” feels impossible to answer. CountBricks removes the guesswork. Using voice-driven AI estimating, our platform captures quantities, current material prices, and local labor rates to deliver on-the-spot numbers you can trust.
• Scope of deterioration: Repointing a few joints costs less than rebuilding a bulging section.
• Accessibility: Ground-level tuck-pointing requires minimal equipment, while a three-story chimney needs scaffolding.
• Mortar match and finish: Historic lime mortar, colored dyes, or decorative tooling add labor time.
• Regional labor rates: Denver homeowners see different hourly charges than those in Atlanta. CountBricks syncs with live market rates for true local accuracy.
• Urgency: Emergency stabilization or winter heat-tenting increases cost per square foot.
Based on thousands of AI-generated estimates:
• Hairline crack touch-ups: $6 – $9 per linear foot
• Standard façade repointing: $12 – $18 per square foot
• Full brick section rebuild: $25 – $40 per square foot
• Historic lime restoration: $35 – $50 per square foot
These numbers adjust automatically when you speak measurements into the CountBricks mobile app, giving homeowners true real-time clarity.
1. Walk the property while the app records your voice and converts it to quantities.
2. CountBricks AI matches live brick and mortar pricing from regional suppliers.
3. Labor hours are calculated using local wage data and scope complexity.
4. The system outputs a detailed line-item estimate and ready-to-send quote document.
5. With one tap, generate an invoice once the work is complete.
• Mortar type: Type N is common for residential facades; Type S adds strength—and cost—for foundations.
• Brick availability: Salvaged brick for historic homes often costs 20-30% more than new stock.
• Additives and sealants: Water-repellent admixtures boost durability but add roughly $0.50 per square foot.
CountBricks.com/services lists current SKUs and pricing so you can compare options instantly.
Traditional clipboards miss hidden joints and underestimate cleanup time. CountBricks AI factors productivity curves:
• Linear foot output per mason per hour
• Setup/teardown for ladders or scaffold towers
• Weather impact on curing time
Our analytics highlight the most cost-effective crew size, protecting both contractor margins and homeowner budgets.
• DIY material pack for 50 linear feet: Around $120 in bagged mortar, pointing tools, and safety gear—plus your weekend.
• Professional repointing for the same area: $400 – $650, including warranty and color-matched joints.
CountBricks recommends professional service when cracks exceed ⅛ inch or span load-bearing walls. The AI checklist inside the app helps homeowners decide confidently.
• Permit fees where structural work is required (averaging $75 – $150)
• Post-repair cleaning or acid wash ($0.50 – $1.00 per sq ft)
• Landscaping protection or restoration after scaffold placement ($100 – $300)
CountBricks estimates flag these items so nothing sneaks onto the final invoice.
Need flexibility? The platform allows phased scopes and automated progress billing. Homeowners can approve stages through the CountBricks client portal, streamlining cash flow and keeping your project on track.
Accuracy: Real-time supplier integrations beat static spreadsheets.
Speed: Voice capture slashes site-measure time by up to 70%.
Clarity: Side-by-side material options empower smart budget decisions.
Trust: Every estimate auto-generates a warranty clause and milestone schedule.
Visit CountBricks.com/portfolio to see recent brick restoration successes.
Repairing mortar isn’t just cosmetic—it safeguards structural integrity and energy efficiency. With CountBricks, homeowners gain transparent, data-backed pricing that turns a stressful unknown into a manageable line item. Ready to protect your investment? Start a voice estimate today at CountBricks.com/consultation.
When the Peterson family noticed stair-step cracks along their detached garage, they feared a full teardown. Instead, they invited a CountBricks-enabled mason to walk the site.
• Damage mapped: 112 linear feet of deteriorated joints, 18 loose bricks
• Real-time cost: $2,140 for repointing, $760 for brick replacement, $180 in permits
• Timeline: Three days with a two-person crew
1. Voice-captured quantities fed straight into CountBricks blueprint takeoff, eliminating manual counts.
2. The homeowner reviewed two mortar color options inside the client portal and approved the higher-end match for an extra $140—no surprise change order.
3. Progress invoices auto-sent nightly. Payment processing inside CountBricks released funds immediately to the crew, preventing delays.
• Final cost landed within 2% of the initial AI estimate.
• The garage wall regained full load capacity without rebuilding.
• The Petersons received a five-year workmanship warranty generated by CountBricks templates.
• Schedule repointing when night temperatures stay above 40°F to ensure proper curing.
• Ask your contractor to upload daily photos to your CountBricks portal for documentation.
• Bundle small masonry fixes with other exterior work—scaffold rental is already on site, lowering incremental costs.
Thinking about your own project? Use the free voice demo at CountBricks.com/consultation. In under five minutes you’ll know the projected brick mortar repair cost for your property—and you can lock in today’s material prices before they climb.
