When you plan a new build, addition, or major landscape overhaul, the first trade on-site sets the tone for the entire project. CountBricks stands out as the excavation contractor Detroit homeowners rely on because we pair skilled operators with real-time AI estimating. The result is a site that is perfectly prepared, predictable costs, and schedules that stay on track.
Commercial earthwork often happens on wide-open parcels. Residential lots, by contrast, are tight, tree-covered, and threaded with existing utilities. Each dig demands finesse as well as force. CountBricks crews specialize in:
• Narrow-access basement digs behind existing homes
• Precision trenching for water, sewer, and electrical lines
• Grading and backfill that protect neighboring foundations
• Tree root management that preserves mature landscaping
Metro Detroit’s glacial soils change block by block. One street may hold well-draining sandy loam, while the next sits on stubborn clay. Add heavy spring rains and freezing winters, and you have a recipe for settlement risk. CountBricks field teams log every soil condition into our mobile platform. Our AI model, powered by thousands of local data points, instantly adjusts cut-and-fill quantities, moisture conditioning requirements, and equipment selections.
Old-school takeoffs relied on ruler wheels and gut feel. CountBricks replaces guesswork with real-time intelligence:
1. You upload your blueprint or simply describe the project during a voice call.
2. CountBricks AI generates a 3D terrain model, locates utilities, and flags potential conflicts.
3. Material volumes, machine hours, and haul-off loads are calculated in seconds.
4. You receive a detailed estimate and Gantt schedule while the conversation is still live.
The advantage? You can tweak foundation depth, swap fill types, or phase work—and see instant cost impacts without waiting days for a revised quote.
Basement & Crawl Space Excavation
Our operators cut clean, level footprints ready for footings the same day. Spoils are either retained for backfill or hauled according to our waste-minimization plan.
Utility Trenching & Installation
CountBricks coordinates with municipal inspectors, locates existing lines, and trenches to code-required depths, laying conduits or piping before backfill.
Site Grading & Drainage Solutions
Poor drainage destroys Michigan basements. We slope yards away from structures, install French drains where needed, and compact lifts to prevent settling.
Demolition & Land Clearing
From small garages to entire homes, CountBricks demo crews remove structures, recycle concrete, and leave a clean pad that transitions straight into excavation.
• Soil type: Clay requires larger machines and longer compaction time.
• Access width: Tight drives may need mini-excavators and hand finishing.
• Haul distance: Landfills or clean-fill sites outside the city add trucking costs.
• Groundwater: Dewatering pumps and stone trenches may be required.
• Permit fees: Each Detroit suburb sets its own excavation and right-of-way charges.
CountBricks AI pulls these variables into one transparent line-item estimate, so there are no surprises mid-dig.
• Schedule tree removal early—stumps left in the footprint will delay digging.
• Mark sprinkler lines with lawn paint to avoid unplanned repairs.
• Approve soil re-use plans; keeping spoils on-site saves haul-off fees.
• Ask for compaction test results to protect warranty coverage on slabs.
• Require daily photo logs—CountBricks posts these to your client portal for instant progress checks.
AI-Driven Clarity – Instant estimates and revisions through CountBricks.com/services keep budgets crystal clear.
Licensed & Insured Crews – OSHA-trained operators equipped with late-model machines for peak efficiency.
Real-Time Collaboration – Voice chat directly with our estimator while numbers populate on your screen.
Integrated Workflow – Once excavation is complete, CountBricks can carry your project through foundation, framing, and finishing, reducing hand-offs and delays.
1. Initial voice consultation and instant AI estimate.
2. On-site walk-through to verify utilities and access.
3. Permit acquisition handled via CountBricks online portal.
4. Mobilization of equipment, fencing, and erosion controls.
5. Excavation, trenching, and haul-off executed to plan.
6. Compaction testing and municipal inspection sign-off.
7. Final grading, safety fence removal, and client walk-through.
CountBricks makes the earliest phase of construction the least stressful. Whether you are digging for a new custom home in Corktown or adding a daylight basement in Grosse Pointe, our AI-enhanced workflow keeps projects on budget and on schedule. Request your live estimate today at CountBricks.com/consultation or explore past Detroit earthwork in our photo gallery at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
A Midtown client wanted a modern three-story townhouse on a 25-foot-wide lot tucked between historic homes. Space to maneuver heavy machinery was almost nonexistent, and the soil report showed saturated clay at three feet.
• Limited alley access restricted excavator swing radius.
• Clay required 95% compaction to protect the planned polished concrete slab.
• City ordinances demanded street closure permits during haul-off.
1. The estimator held a 20-minute voice call with the architect while CountBricks AI generated a 3D model from the PDF plans.
2. The platform recommended a 5-ton reduced-tail-swing excavator and scheduled night-time clay removal to minimize traffic disruption.
3. Moisture adjustment and lime stabilization were built into the cost projection in real time, giving the owner an exact budget before signing.
• Excavation completed two days ahead of schedule despite rain.
• 14% cost savings versus the architect’s preliminary budget, thanks to accurate haul-off projections.
• Zero change orders—every variable was identified up front.
CountBricks doesn’t just dig; we anticipate obstacles that stall typical residential excavations. By merging local data with on-site expertise, we provide Detroit homeowners and builders a clear, dependable path from grassy lot to foundation pour. Explore more success stories at CountBricks.com/portfolio, or start your own with a live consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation.
