Boston’s historic housing stock offers charm, character, and—often—subfloors that date back a century or more. When you’re ready to upgrade those creaky boards to premium hardwood, you need more than a contractor. You need a partner who understands residential construction complexity, local permitting, and modern technology. CountBricks delivers all three.
AI-Powered Precision • Our voice-driven estimating engine captures measurements in real time and generates line-item costs within minutes, shaving days off the traditional bid cycle. • Materials are synced to live Boston supplier pricing, so there’s no sticker shock when the invoice arrives.
Transparent Communication • Every decision—from plank width to finish sheen—is documented in a cloud-based project portal. • Homeowners receive automatic notifications at every milestone.
Residential Construction Expertise • CountBricks crews specialize exclusively in occupied residences, protecting furnishings, pets, and daily routines. • Our installers are certified in moisture mitigation and acclimation protocols crucial for New England’s climate swings.
The city’s brownstones and triple-deckers present diverse substrates: antique pine, concrete slabs, and sometimes uneven joists. CountBricks begins with an in-depth site audit to determine the right installation method—nail-down, glue-assist, or floating system.
1. We scan the floor with LiDAR-equipped tablets. 2. Moisture readings identify areas needing vapor barriers. 3. AI generates a structural report, viewable at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
1. Discovery Call: A five-minute voice conversation feeds our estimating AI. 2. Digital Takeoff: Upload photos or blueprints; CountBricks creates a detailed scope. 3. Live Estimate Review: Homeowner and project manager refine materials and timeline in a video call. 4. On-Site Verification: Our foreman confirms dimensions and subfloor condition. 5. Installation: Crews arrive at 8 a.m. sharp, equipped with HEPA filtration to keep dust down. 6. Quality Walk-Through: Client signs off via mobile app. 7. Final Invoice: Generated automatically from the original estimate—no hidden fees.
• Species Selection: Oak sits at the mid-range price point; walnut or exotic materials increase costs by 20-40 %. • Board Width & Length: Wider planks create a luxury look but require extra waste allowance. • Finish Type: Water-based poly dries fast but may need additional coats versus oil-based options. • Subfloor Prep: Levelling compounds and vapor barriers can add $2-$4 per square foot. • Historic Home Considerations: Navigating narrow stairwells often necessitates smaller deliveries and extra labor hours.
Traditional contractors spend up to a week manually compiling quotes. CountBricks compresses that to a single afternoon. Our AI not only generates pricing but also schedules material deliveries and crew assignments the moment a proposal is accepted.
• Maintain indoor humidity between 35-55 % to prevent gapping. • Use felt pads on furniture legs. • Clean weekly with a pH-neutral hardwood cleaner—never vinegar or steam mops. • Recoat high-traffic zones every 3-5 years; CountBricks offers discounted maintenance packages at CountBricks.com/services.
• Speed: From phone call to start date in as little as seven days. • Accuracy: Less than 2 % variance between estimate and final invoice across 500+ local projects. • Trust: Verified reviews highlight our respectful crews and immaculate job-site cleanup. • Technology: Voice, AI, and cloud tools keep clients informed 24/7.
Contact the CountBricks residential team today for a zero-obligation AI estimate. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation or call to speak with a project manager who knows Boston hardwood inside and out.
When the Grant family purchased a 19th-century brownstone in Boston’s South End, their original heart-pine floors were beyond repair. They needed a historically appropriate replacement that could handle modern living. Enter CountBricks.
• Scope: 1,200 sq ft of 5-inch rift-sawn white oak, custom-stained to match the building’s era. • Timeline: Two weeks from contract to completion. • Unique Challenge: Zero elevator access required all materials to be hand-carried up three flights of narrow stairs.
Our estimating software calculated material weight and stairwell clearance, generating a staggered delivery schedule that prevented hallway congestion. The result: 12 labor hours saved and zero neighbor complaints.
The existing brick party walls introduced moisture infiltration. CountBricks moisture sensors flagged a 14 % reading—too high for immediate install. We deployed industrial dehumidifiers and documented progress in the client portal. Once levels hit 9 %, installation proceeded without risk of cupping.
• Final Invoice Variation: 0.7 % under estimate due to optimized waste calculations. • Client Satisfaction: Five-star review citing our “museum-quality attention to detail.” • Long-Term Value: White oak finish rated for a 40-year life cycle with scheduled recoats logged in CountBricks maintenance tracker.
• Always acclimate boards in the exact room where they’ll be installed. • Capture baseline moisture readings before demo; drywall repairs can spike humidity. • Use a satin finish in high-sunlight rooms to minimize glare and highlight grain.
Ready to make your own hardwood story? Schedule your AI-powered estimate at CountBricks.com/consultation and experience Boston’s most advanced residential construction service firsthand.
