For construction professionals in Metro Detroit, understanding the costs of fencing projects is crucial. As of Spring 2025, the average installed price for a pressure-treated privacy fence ranges from $24 to $28 per linear foot. Cedar shadow-box fences cost between $34 and $40 per linear foot, while 4-ft ornamental aluminum fences range from $38 to $45 per linear foot. CountBricks provides real-time updates to help you manage these costs effectively.
• Four distinct seasons require materials that withstand moisture, freeze-thaw cycles, and UV exposure.
• A mix of historic and new construction demands flexible design options.
• Local zoning ordinances regulate fence height and placement.
• Neighborhood associations influence style and color choices.
CountBricks connects to supplier feeds and Detroit contractor benchmarks, recalculating every 60 seconds. Our voice-enabled workflow allows field teams to capture dimensions and instantly see:
1. Linear footage by fence line
2. Post spacing and post-hole depth
3. Gate locations and hardware counts
4. Material waste factors
5. Crew hours based on real Detroit productivity rates
• Pressure-treated pine: Cost-effective for privacy panels
• Cedar: Premium look with natural rot resistance
• Vinyl: Low maintenance with a broad color palette
• Ornamental aluminum: Lightweight and rust-proof
• Steel chain-link: Budget-friendly for large areas
• Use CountBricks to pull parcel setback data and avoid zoning issues.
• Attach 3D fence renderings to HOA submissions for clarity.
• Utilize the 'Good-Better-Best' pricing toggle for client options.
• Lock in pricing with digital signatures before supplier surcharges.
CountBricks consolidates the entire fence workflow:
1. Upload or snap a photo of the plat map
2. Dictate fence lines and gate positions
3. Generate a shareable proposal
4. Convert accepted quotes into invoices
5. Export material lists for just-in-time delivery
A 1920s duplex owner needed privacy without losing historic charm. Using CountBricks, the contractor priced 160 ft of custom-height cedar in under ten minutes, saving $612 by ordering before a price hike.
• AI accuracy reduces overruns
• Integrated labor rates reflect union and non-union crews
• Voice input keeps hands free on jobsites
• Syncs with QuickBooks and Buildertrend
• Detroit-specific code libraries eliminate guesswork
Even experienced contractors face challenges like rocky soil, supplier backorders, or mis-measured gates. CountBricks mitigates these risks with predictive data and workflow automation.
• CountBricks references USGS soil maps to add contingency hours and auger upgrades when necessary.
• Track daily price feeds to pre-buy or present alternates before margins erode.
• Automate permit submissions to synchronize city lead times with crew schedules.
A vet clinic needed 220 ft of 5-ft black chain-link quickly. CountBricks produced an approved quote in 12 minutes, preserving an 18% profit despite unexpected labor hours.
1. Create your free CountBricks account
2. Upload site sketches or speak measurements
3. Review Good-Better-Best options with clients
4. E-sign, order materials, and schedule crews seamlessly
