Brick edging frames flowerbeds, walkways and patios with timeless style, but many homeowners are stunned when project totals jump beyond the sticker price of a pallet of bricks. CountBricks created this guide so you can plan confidently, avoid hidden expenses and tap into our AI-powered estimating platform for instant accuracy.
Inflation, regional clay shortages and fluctuating freight rates have pushed hardscape prices up 18-25 percent over the last two seasons. Our live materials database at CountBricks.com/services updates every eight hours, giving you real-time numbers you will not find in static price charts.
• Linear footage of edging required
• Brick style (standard clay, tumbled, glazed, reclaimed, etc.)
• Installation method (dry set, mortar set or concrete haunch)
• Site preparation needs (trenching, root removal, grading)
• Labor availability and crew experience
CountBricks tracks more than 4,100 brick SKUs. Below are Birmingham market averages captured during the last 30 days:
• Standard modular brick: $0.80 – $1.15 per unit
• Tumbled or antiqued brick: $1.25 – $1.65 per unit
• Glazed face brick: $1.75 – $2.10 per unit
One linear foot of edging usually requires 2.25 – 2.5 bricks when set horizontally. Multiply the unit price by that conversion and you’ll see materials run anywhere from $1.80 to $5.25 per foot before mortar or base aggregate.
1. Measuring and layout: $0.40 – $0.60 per foot
2. Excavation and base install: $0.90 – $1.25 per foot
3. Brick placement and finishing: $1.60 – $2.50 per foot
In total, professional installation ranges from $3.00 to $4.35 per foot for straightforward runs and up to $6.50 for intricate curves or soldier-course patterns. DIY saves labor but demands specialized tools, a plate compactor rental and plenty of weekend hours.
• Disposal fees for excavated sod and soil
• Delivery surcharges for small brick orders under two pallets
• Added mortar when edging doubles as a retaining curb
• Landscape fabric, polymeric sand or sealant, depending on design
CountBricks AI flags these extras automatically, so your first estimate is your final number—not a rough guess that inflates later.
Picture walking your yard with your phone, calling out “68 feet along the back bed, eight-inch trench, soldier course.” Our software transcribes your voice, converts it to a digital plan, and produces a detailed line-item estimate in seconds. Because costs pull live from regional suppliers, you see the current cost of brick edging—not last quarter’s data.
• Choose a running bond layout over stacked soldier to cut brick consumption by 12-15 percent
• Combine recycled bricks on hidden backyard edges with premium new units up front
• Schedule installation during shoulder seasons when crews offer off-peak rates
• Use CountBricks.com/consultation to bundle edging with other hardscape work; combined mobilization reduces overall labor fees
1. Record a voice takeoff or upload your landscape sketch.
2. Receive an AI-driven estimate showing materials, tasks and labor separated by phase.
3. Adjust quantities or brick styles and watch totals update instantly.
4. Approve the quote to generate a professional PDF contract ready for e-signature.
5. Track progress and invoices from the CountBricks dashboard until final walkthrough.
The Morgan family wanted 105 linear feet of brick edging around new sod. Initial ballpark quotes ranged from $4,800 to $5,200. After a CountBricks voice takeoff and side-by-side material comparison, they chose a dry-set running bond with locally produced clay bricks. Final cost: $3,640—a 24 percent saving with zero quality compromise. You can view photos in our showcase at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
The cost of brick edging is never one-size-fits-all, but with live data, AI precision and transparent workflows, CountBricks turns guesswork into guaranteed numbers. Whether you’re a homeowner planning a weekend project or a contractor sending daily quotes, start with CountBricks.com/services and experience estimating that keeps cash flow, schedules and crew morale on track.
Cost transparency is only the first chapter. The real power of CountBricks shows up when design flair meets construction science. Our residential specialists use AI insights to refine layouts so you spend on curb appeal, not avoidable rework.
• Add gentle radiuses instead of tight curves. Fewer precision cuts mean lower labor charges and stronger edge integrity.
• Specify a compacted stone dust base for dry-set edges adjoining pavers. You’ll eliminate separate delivery fees for two aggregates and speed installation by nearly 20 percent.
• Integrate drip-line irrigation beneath the brick course during installation. The extra material cost averages $0.25 per foot but prevents frost heave, preserving alignment for years.
A sloping front yard in the Logan Hills neighborhood suffered chronic mulch washout. After a CountBricks on-site voice session, our platform proposed a 4-inch concrete haunch only on the downhill runs, halving cement usage while delivering the same structural performance. Material savings totaled $410 and kept 250 lbs of CO₂ out of the atmosphere—proof that smart edging is sustainable edging.
Once you approve a CountBricks estimate, our system exports crew-ready task lists with duration targets. Foremen see exactly how many labor hours are allocated for trenching, brick placement and cleanup, reducing overruns that eat into your budget. Homeowners track progress in real time and receive milestone invoices automatically generated by CountBricks AI.
Ready to calculate the precise cost of brick edging for your property? Start a free voice takeoff today at CountBricks.com/consultation and join thousands of Birmingham residents who trust CountBricks to turn raw numbers into finished landscapes.
