Houston’s fast-growing housing market is embracing smart technology at record speed. From energy-efficient lighting to AI-driven security, homeowners expect connected features built into new construction and major remodels. CountBricks leads this shift by combining cutting-edge home automation design with our AI estimating platform, giving builders and remodelers the power to specify, price, and deliver smarter homes—without ballooning budgets or schedules.
CountBricks voice-powered estimating captures every device, cable run, and programming task as you discuss the project. Within minutes you receive a detailed cost breakdown that stays synced with live material pricing in the Houston market.
Upload your construction drawings to CountBricks.com/blueprints and our vision engine identifies wall types, electrical chases, and low-voltage pathways. It suggests optimal sensor placement and conduit routing, then feeds quantities straight into the estimate.
• Structured cabling plans are released to electrical subcontractors
• Trim-out schedules integrate with drywall and painting timelines
• Final commissioning dates auto-populate on the master Gantt chart
CountBricks-trained technicians install and program every component—touch panels, smart thermostats, motorized shades, and integrated security—so homeowners receive a turn-key system on move-in day.
• Whole-home Wi-Fi mesh for larger Texas floorplans
• Voice-controlled lighting scenes to beat the summer heat
• Flood sensors tied to automatic water shut-off valves (a must after recent freeze events)
• Smart irrigation that reads real-time weather data
• Integrated battery storage to complement rooftop solar
Because CountBricks aggregates current distributor pricing across the Houston metro, we can show typical ranges before you break ground:
1. Entry-level smart package: $12–18 per sq ft
2. Mid-tier automation & AV: $22–35 per sq ft
3. Luxury custom integration: $40+ per sq ft
These numbers include hardware, wiring, labor, programming, and homeowner training. Your final price automatically adjusts when material markets fluctuate, giving you—and your clients—total transparency.
• High humidity requires sealed enclosures for rack equipment
• Brick exteriors can attenuate wireless signals—mesh node placement is key
• Frequent power surges make surge protection and UPS backup non-negotiable
• HVAC loads swing drastically; zoning plus smart thermostats cut energy bills 20-30%
A 6,000-sq-ft 1980s home needed a full automation overhaul. CountBricks used its AI takeoff tool to create a wiring plan that avoided invasive demolition. Results:
• 18% under initial budget thanks to precise material counts
• Four-week faster completion because tasks were auto-sequenced
• Homeowner energy use dropped 27% in the first year
See more at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
Smart features are no longer add-ons—they’re valuation drivers. Houston MLS data shows listings advertising integrated automation sell 9 days faster and command 5–7% higher prices. By partnering with CountBricks, builders capture that premium while outsourcing the complexity.
1. Schedule a voice-based design session at CountBricks.com/consultation
2. Upload blueprints or sketches for instant AI takeoff
3. Receive a detailed estimate, schedule, and homeowner demo plan within 24 hours
• Plan low-voltage pathways before framing to avoid costly rework
• Use PoE (Power over Ethernet) to minimize outlet requirements behind touch panels
• Label every cable run—future service calls become 50% faster
• Include remote monitoring; CountBricks can fix 80% of issues without a truck roll
• Offer tiered packages so buyers can upgrade post-closing
In the race to deliver connected living, Houston builders need a partner who merges construction know-how with next-gen tech. CountBricks is that partner—bringing AI accuracy, local pricing, and certified installers under one roof so you can hand over homes that think for themselves.
True automation is more than sprinkling gadgets around a house. CountBricks starts by asking how each space should feel, then designs technology that disappears into daily life.
• Kitchen: Voice-activated task lighting and occupancy-based range hood reduce energy while boosting safety
• Primary Suite: Circadian rhythm lighting pairs with motorized blackout shades for restorative sleep
• Outdoor Living: Weatherproof speakers and pool controls link to a single scene called “Backyard Bash”
Our systems feed usage metrics back to CountBricks.com/dashboard. Homeowners see filter change alerts and energy spikes, while builders gain insights for future specs.
1. Pre-handover walkthrough shows every scene and voice command
2. Homeowner receives a custom video tutorial stored in the cloud
3. 90-day virtual tune-up ensures the system evolves with family habits
• 3-year parts and labor on all core components
• Priority service within 24 hours anywhere inside Harris County
• Optional remote monitoring plan reduces onsite visits by 60%
By looking beyond the installation date, CountBricks protects both the homeowner’s investment and the builder’s reputation. Ready to future-proof your next project? Book a discovery call at CountBricks.com/consultation and experience the most comprehensive home automation Houston has to offer.
