Fireplace installation costs in Nashville can vary significantly based on the type and complexity of the project. For electric and gas inserts, expect to pay between $1,200 and $5,500, while masonry builds can start at $6,000. Venting and accessories range from $400 to $1,800, and labor costs can be between $950 and $4,000. Accurate budgeting is crucial to avoid overruns, and CountBricks offers real-time pricing and AI-driven estimates to streamline this process.
• Traditional masonry fireplaces for classic Southern architecture
• Contemporary linear gas units ideal for open-concept living rooms
• Electric inserts that fit existing cavities without structural changes
• Outdoor fire pits and see-through models for entertaining decks
• Custom mantels crafted from reclaimed Tennessee barnwood
Fireplace stores in Nashville categorize pricing into three main areas:
1. Base unit cost – $1,200–$5,500 for electric and gas inserts, $6,000+ for masonry builds
2. Venting & accessories – $400–$1,800 depending on flue complexity, blower kits, and trim
3. Labor – $950–$4,000, influenced by demolition, framing, stonework, and finish carpentry
CountBricks integrates real-time supplier pricing with AI-driven labor benchmarks to provide accurate, up-to-date estimates.
1. Describe your vision during a live CountBricks voice session.
2. Select preferred Nashville showroom brands from the CountBricks materials library.
3. Review instant line-item costs for units, vent kits, stone veneer, and carpentry hours.
4. Approve or swap products on the fly—our AI recalculates totals while you talk.
5. Receive a polished PDF quote branded with your logo, ready to send the same day.
A CountBricks client converted a 1980s brick ranch's outdated wood-burning fireplace to a sleek linear gas unit. Using CountBricks, the contractor:
• Uploaded the existing blueprint—our AI detected the chimney chase and framing dimensions in 90 seconds
• Selected a 48-inch direct-vent gas insert and driftwood media kit
• Added stacked-stone veneer and a custom white oak mantel
• Generated a complete quote: $8,920 materials, $3,450 labor, projected timeline 3.5 days
The homeowner signed within 24 hours, impressed by the clarity and speed.
• Voice-first interface reduces admin hours by up to 70%
• Live Nashville supplier pricing eliminates surprise markups
• Automated blueprint takeoffs handle walls, hearth extensions, and gas lines with centimeter accuracy
• Branded proposals build professional credibility
• Change-order tracking keeps fireplace upgrades profitable
Building codes in Davidson County continue to evolve, especially around emissions and clearance requirements. CountBricks maintains a code compliance engine that flags local regulations, ensuring your estimates reflect the latest standards.
• Confirm gas line BTU capacity before selecting an oversized insert
• Plan framing to include adjustable TV mounting height above the mantel
• Use insulated chase caps to prevent Tennessee humidity from corroding venting
• Pre-wire for accent lighting inside mantels for added resale appeal
• Leverage CountBricks change-order tools to document mid-project finish swaps
Even seasoned contractors can watch margins shrink when hidden fireplace costs appear late in the game. CountBricks mitigates this risk through predictive cost analytics and disciplined change-order tracking.
• Bundle labor phases – CountBricks groups demolition, framing, venting, and finish carpentry, allowing you to negotiate better subcontractor rates and present a single, transparent line-item to clients.
• Use dynamic allowances – Our platform flags materials prone to price volatility, such as natural stone veneer. By setting smart allowances, you protect profit when supplier prices spike.
• Automate inspection checkpoints – CountBricks schedules reminders for rough-in and final inspections, reducing costly reworks that eat into margins.
A design-build firm used CountBricks to convert an unused attic into a loft with a two-sided electric fireplace. Thanks to our AI takeoff, they identified that the existing floor joists required sistering to support the added hearth weight. The early alert saved an estimated $2,200 in post-framing fixes and kept profit on track.
1. Upload PDF plans to CountBricks.com/blueprint-takeoffs
2. Mark the intended fireplace wall—our AI auto-detects dimensions and combustibles clearances
3. Select desired unit from the Nashville supplier catalog; venting, hearth, and mantel accessories auto-populate
4. Review labor hour suggestions, adjust crew rates if needed, and generate your proposal
By combining these workflow efficiencies, contractors report 12 – 18% higher net profit on fireplace installations. Explore more success stories at CountBricks.com/portfolio and see how our platform can power your next residential project.
