Picking the right partner for a hardwood flooring project can feel overwhelming. Coastal humidity, drastic temperature swings, and century-old housing stock make Portland, Maine uniquely challenging. CountBricks removes the uncertainty by combining local craft expertise with AI-driven estimating, blueprint takeoffs, and real-time material pricing. The result is a floor that looks stunning today and still performs decades from now.
1. Voice-First Scoping
You talk, our platform listens. Through a quick phone or site conversation, CountBricks captures room dimensions, subfloor conditions, and design goals in seconds.
2. Instant Blueprint Takeoffs
Upload a photo or PDF of your home layout and watch CountBricks.com/blueprints calculate square footage, waste factors, and transition pieces automatically.
3. Live Materials Feed
Our software pulls daily lumber costs from regional suppliers, so the oak, maple, or hickory you choose is priced at today’s rate—not last quarter’s estimate.
4. One-Click Estimate & Invoice
CountBricks.com/services turns your scope into a line-item proposal, including labor, finish coats, trim, and disposal. Approve digitally and the invoice is ready to sync with your preferred accounting app.
Moist sea air and winter heating cycles can cause cheaper boards to cup or gap. CountBricks project managers recommend:
• Northern white oak for balanced hardness and excellent movement control
• Rift-sawn maple when you need a modern, tight grain with minimal seasonal change
• Engineered walnut for basement levels where humidity is higher year-round
Each recommendation is backed by moisture-content data from recent CountBricks installations across Greater Portland—evidence, not guesswork.
• Nail-down over plywood for classic New England homes built before 1950
• Glue-assist plus nail for mixed-width planks above radiant heat systems
• Full-spread adhesive for engineered boards on concrete slabs
Our crews follow NWFA guidelines, then document every stage with on-site photos inside the CountBricks Field App, visible in your client portal at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
1. Book a free 15-minute phone consult on CountBricks.com/consultation
2. Receive an AI-powered estimate within 30 minutes
3. Schedule a site verification—laser scan confirms room measurements
4. Select species, stain, and sheen at our mobile showroom visit
5. Approve the final proposal; electronic deposit triggers material ordering
6. Installation begins—average 2–5 days depending on square footage
7. Post-install quality walk and digital care guide delivered to your inbox
• Maintain indoor relative humidity between 35–55% year-round
• Add felt pads under every piece of furniture before move-in
• Use microfiber dust mops; avoid wet mopping during the first 30 days
• Re-coat high-traffic areas every 3–5 years instead of full sanding
• Schedule seasonal HVAC inspections; stable climate equals stable wood
General contractors and remodelers get:
• White-label estimates they can hand directly to clients
• Real-time schedule updates that sync with Gantt charts
• Fewer change orders thanks to precise AI takeoffs
Subcontractor bench is already vetted and insured, reducing administrative burden for every Portland ME residential project.
Based on current data inside CountBricks Analytics, most homeowners spend:
• $6.50–$9.00 per sq. ft. on solid oak materials
• $3.25–$4.50 per sq. ft. on professional installation
• 10% contingency for demo, disposal, and unexpected substrate repair
Our transparent dashboard lets you watch commodity fluctuations and lock in pricing when it aligns with your budget window.
From Munjoy Hill brownstones to Falmouth new builds, CountBricks delivers precision, speed, and peace of mind. Request your personalized hardwood flooring Portland ME estimate at CountBricks.com/consultation and step onto a better floor sooner.
A 1902 three-story brownstone in Portland’s West End suffered from mismatched patchwork floors after decades of piecemeal repairs. The homeowner wanted a cohesive look without losing historical character.
• Subfloors varied from original pine planks to modern plywood
• Radiator pipes created height transitions between rooms
• Project timeline limited to 12 days during a family vacation
1. Our estimator captured constraints during a 20-minute voice call, then ran AI takeoffs on the original blueprint PDFs.
2. Engineered white oak in a 3¼" width was selected for optimal thickness over mixed subfloors.
3. A glue-assist plus nail method provided stability while minimizing install height.
4. Custom flush-mount radiator vent covers were CNC-milled and stained to match onsite.
• 1,800 sq. ft. installed in 9 working days—three days ahead of schedule
• Moisture readings stayed within 0.5% across rooms, preventing future gaps
• Homeowner received a digital warranty packet and maintenance schedule via CountBricks.com/account
• Early digital scans catch subfloor irregularities before they trigger change orders
• Engineered options can respect historical aesthetics while outperforming aged solids
• Coordinating HVAC downtime with the install window prevents finish cure delays
Planning a similar renovation? CountBricks consultants are ready to walk your site—virtually or in person—and craft an AI-backed plan that protects your budget and Portland home’s character. Book now at CountBricks.com/consultation.
