Few upgrades transform curb appeal as dramatically as exposing the original brick on a painted façade. Yet many homeowners underestimate the variables that drive the final price tag. At CountBricks, we create AI-driven estimates in real time, so you always know what the decision will mean for your budget before the first drop cloth is placed.
1. Square Footage and Accessibility
The larger the wall area—and the harder it is to reach—the longer the job takes. CountBricks voice-powered takeoffs let you walk the site, call out dimensions, and instantly calculate surface area so you never rely on guesswork.
2. Number of Paint Layers
Every coat adds time and materials. Our database tracks removal rates for single-, double-, and triple-coated brick so your estimate reflects reality.
3. Type of Paint and Brick Condition
Lead-based paints require containment and disposal protocols that raise costs. Soft or deteriorated brick may need gentler methods. CountBricks flags these risks automatically and adjusts labor and material line items accordingly.
4. Removal Method
• Chemical stripping
• Low-pressure washing
• Media blasting
• Hand scraping and wire brushing
Each technique has a different cost profile. CountBricks suggests the most cost-effective option based on the brick’s age and your finish goals.
5. Cleanup and Repointing
Brick joints often need fresh mortar after paint removal. CountBricks includes tuck-pointing, waste hauling, and final sealant in the same estimate, giving you a true all-in number.
Residential projects in our portfolio typically fall between $4 and $9 per square foot for standard latex paint removal, exclusive of lead abatement. Lead-paint jobs range from $10 to $18 per square foot due to PPE, containment, and specialized disposal. Remember, those numbers shift with the five factors above. Use CountBricks.com/services to receive a location-specific breakdown within minutes.
1. Open the CountBricks mobile app and start a voice session.
2. Call out wall dimensions or upload existing blueprints—our AI converts them into digital takeoffs.
3. Answer a few prompts about paint type, brick condition, and access constraints.
4. Instantly receive a line-item estimate, labor hours, and projected timeline.
5. Approve the scope, and CountBricks auto-generates a polished client quote or invoice.
• Schedule during dry seasons to minimize weather delays.
• Combine paint removal with other exterior work—scaffolding once, not twice.
• Opt for low-pressure washing on sound brick to reduce chemical expenses.
• Use CountBricks baseline pricing to negotiate bulk chemical purchases with suppliers.
• Reuse containment tarps across multiple elevations when feasible.
Disposal fees, brick repairs, and landscaping protection can add 10-15 % to the final bill. Because CountBricks pulls live pricing from regional databases, these potential overages appear in your estimate upfront—no surprises, no awkward callbacks.
Homeowners tempted to rent a pressure washer risk etching brick, voiding warranties, or missing hidden lead paint. CountBricks estimates demonstrate the true cost of mistakes by comparing professional and DIY scenarios side by side, making the value of expert crews crystal clear.
A 2,400 sq ft two-story home in Austin had three paint layers applied over 25 years. Using CountBricks, the contractor captured dimensions in under five minutes, selected chemical stripping with follow-up low-pressure washing, and received a $22,600 turnkey estimate. The homeowner approved on the spot, the project finished in nine days, and post-job reconciliation matched the AI estimate within 2 %—proving the power of accurate, real-time data.
Visit CountBricks.com/consultation or launch the app to see exactly what your brick will cost to reclaim. With our platform, transparency and speed are built-in features, not optional add-ons.
The cheapest option on paper isn’t always the most affordable once you factor in cleanup, brick damage, and schedule overruns. Here’s how CountBricks evaluates each technique before recommending it in your estimate.
• Ideal for multi-layered, oil-based, or lead paints
• Higher material cost but lower risk of brick abrasion
• Requires neutralizing rinse, which CountBricks includes as a separate task line
• Works best on sound brick with one or two latex coats
• Fast production rate keeps labor costs down
• Needs careful water management—our algorithms allocate containment mats and pump rentals automatically
• Garnet or crushed glass provides uniform finish on hard brick
• Generates airborne dust; permits and protective equipment raise costs
• CountBricks adds municipality-specific permit fees so your quote stays accurate
• Labor intensive but perfect for small accent areas and heritage homes
• Minimal equipment expense, yet hours add up quickly
• Our platform alerts you when man-hours reach a threshold where switching methods saves money
• Always test a 2 ft x 2 ft area first; CountBricks can schedule and cost this exploratory step.
• Seal newly exposed brick within 30 days to prevent moisture intrusion; product and labor are auto-added to the estimate when you select “post-seal.”
• Bundle window caulking or gutter upgrades while scaffolding is up—our multi-scope discount feature shows combined savings in real time.
Launch a voice session in the CountBricks app, or request a guided demo at CountBricks.com/consultation. In under ten minutes you’ll have a data-backed, client-ready quote—and the confidence that every brick, brush stroke, and cleanup bag has been priced to perfection.
