
Home automation is transforming residential construction in Mesa, offering advanced solutions for energy efficiency and convenience. Installation costs for smart systems range from $8-$12 per square foot for retrofits to $18-$25 for new builds, with luxury options exceeding $40 per square foot. Understanding these costs helps trade professionals provide accurate estimates and avoid overestimating expenses.
With summer temperatures often exceeding 110°F, smart thermostats and load-balancing panels are essential for reducing HVAC use during peak hours, thus lowering utility bills.
• Programmed lighting scenes for movie night
• Front-door video monitoring with live alerts
• Automated irrigation based on real-time weather data
Integrated technology can enhance property value. A professionally documented installation can improve appraisal numbers and reduce time on the market.
Upload plans or initiate a voice call. Our AI analyzes over 200,000 material SKUs, labor rates, and code requirements to generate a detailed estimate quickly.
• Live updates from local distributors
• Auto-substitution for back-ordered components
• Bulk-buy discounts available
Drag-and-drop device icons onto digital floorplans to see updated conduit lengths, cabling totals, and labor hours.
Our app allows hands-free field changes, with AI recalculating costs and timelines instantly.
• Smart lighting with dimming and color-tunable LEDs
• Zoned climate control with occupancy sensors
• Whole-home audio and 4K video distribution
• Security systems with cloud alerts
• Energy-monitoring panels and solar integration
• Weather-adaptive irrigation controllers
1. Discovery call: Define goals and budget.
2. Upload digital blueprints.
3. AI blueprint takeoff for device counts and labor hours.
4. Interactive review of line items.
5. Formal proposal with locked estimate and schedule.
6. Pre-wire and rough-in with framing and electrical teams.
7. Trim-out, device programming, and training.
8. Post-completion support plan.
Entry-level retrofits start at $8–$12 per square foot, while new builds average $18–$25. Luxury estates can exceed $40 per square foot. Our AI helps identify savings by:
• Recommending multipurpose hubs
• Scheduling installations during off-peak periods
• Bundling wiring with other trades
CountBricks designs infrastructure with:
• Conduit pathways for easy upgrades
• Centralized racks with spare capacity
• Open-standard protocols for flexibility
CountBricks combines craftsmanship with AI. From bid to walkthrough, experience transparent pricing and flawless execution. Start your project at CountBricks.com.

The Desert Vista Residence in Mesa showcases smart design and precision estimating under CountBricks.
• 3,800-square-foot new build
• Net-zero energy with rooftop solar
• Full automation for lighting, HVAC, security, and irrigation
High-gain glazing and open ceilings caused solar-load spikes. The client required dual-language voice control.
1. AI recommended motorized shades, reducing HVAC tonnage and saving $3,400.
2. Realtime pricing found a promo on Zigbee modules, saving $1,200.
3. Dual-language voice scenes were programmed and verified.
• Project completed 12 days early
• Final cost 4.8% under budget
• 27% reduction in cooling energy
• Engage CountBricks early for rack space and conduit paths.
• Specify PoE lighting to share pathways with data cabling.
• Choose open-standard devices to avoid vendor lock-in.
Ready to start your project? Schedule a consultation at CountBricks.com.