CountBricks relies on real-time voice, AI and live material pricing. That power only shines when your browser behaves. A bloated cache can slow page loads, block new code, and even scramble your unit pricing tables. For a superintendent approving a same-day change order while parked at the jobsite, a spinning wheel is lost money. Learning how to clear your browser cache is a five-minute skill that protects hours of productivity.
The cache is a folder where the browser stores images, scripts and data from every site you visit. The intent is speed—on the second visit the files load from your computer, not the web. But when CountBricks rolls out a new assembly template or adds a supplier price feed, an old file in that folder can collide with the new code. Result: mis-aligned columns, missing buttons or stalled voice transcription.
• After a CountBricks software update announcement
• When material cost tables show blank rows
• If the microphone icon for voice estimating disappears
• When page loads suddenly slow on reliable internet
• Any time support asks for a “hard refresh”
1. Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner
2. Select “Settings” then “Privacy & security”
3. Choose “Clear browsing data”
4. Set Time range to “All time” for a full reset
5. Tick “Cached images and files” only—leave passwords unchecked
6. Hit “Clear data”, then reload CountBricks
1. Click the three-dot menu, then “Settings”
2. Open “Privacy, search & services”
3. Under “Clear browsing data” press “Choose what to clear”
4. Select “Cached images and files” and press “Clear now”
5. Return to CountBricks.com and sign in fresh
1. In the menu bar click “Safari”, then “Preferences”
2. Navigate to “Advanced” and tick “Show Develop menu in menu bar”
3. In the new “Develop” menu click “Empty Caches”
4. Refresh CountBricks—no restart required
Chromebooks, tablets and phones are popular for roof-deck takeoffs. The same cache rules apply.
• Chrome Mobile: Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data
• Safari iOS: Settings app > Safari > Clear History & Website Data
• Edge Mobile: Settings > Privacy & security > Clear browsing data
A stalled browser during a client walk-through can domino into delayed approvals, postponed deliveries and idle trades. Clearing cache ensures that:
• Live lumber pricing from CountBricks suppliers reaches your estimate instantly
• The AI takeoff tool loads the newest roof truss catalog
• Voice dictation catches every dimension even on rural LTE
• Generated quote PDFs match the latest branding settings pushed by your office
• Bookmark CountBricks.com/status to see if a system update is scheduled
• Clear cache monthly; set a calendar reminder labelled “cache = cash”
• Use separate Chrome profiles for personal browsing and field estimating
• Enable Chrome sync so clearing cache does not erase passwords
• After clearing, run a quick test: open CountBricks.com/portfolio to ensure images load crisp
CountBricks support is a click away. Head to CountBricks.com/consultation, open a chat, and mention the steps you have taken. Our residential construction specialists may guide you to:
• Update the browser itself—outdated versions ignore modern code
• Disable outdated extensions conflicting with CountBricks scripts
• Flush DNS or test in an Incognito window to isolate network noise
Builders service nail guns and change oil on generators; treat your browser the same. Clearing cache is the software equivalent of blowing sawdust from a miter saw. Perform it before big bid days, after major platform updates, and whenever speed wavers. Your crews, clients and cash flow will thank you.
• Explore advanced AI takeoffs at CountBricks.com/services
• View success stories in the CountBricks.com/portfolio gallery
• Book a one-on-one session at CountBricks.com/consultation to optimize your estimating workflow
Jackson Homes, a long-time CountBricks client, was finalizing a kitchen expansion when their estimator noticed sluggish load times and missing cabinet assemblies. A quick call to CountBricks support revealed the culprit—an overloaded browser cache dating back six months.
1. The estimator followed the Chrome steps outlined above and cleared 512 MB of cached files.
2. Reloading CountBricks instantly restored the missing assemblies and pulled fresh supplier pricing.
3. Voice dictation captured the homeowner’s real-time finish selections without lag.
4. The revised quote, including a custom island and upgraded appliances, generated in under three minutes.
5. The client signed the $22,000 change order on the spot, keeping the build schedule intact.
• Digital maintenance is as critical as onsite equipment maintenance.
• Clear cache before presenting numbers to clients—first impressions stick.
• Pair routine cache clearing with CountBricks’ automatic price-feed refresh for maximum accuracy.
• Add a “clear cache” checkbox to your pre-bid checklist.
• Schedule browser hygiene alongside weekly jobsite safety meetings.
• Encourage every team member with a CountBricks login to perform the task monthly.
Want to supercharge your estimating process further? Visit CountBricks.com/services to discover custom AI automations, or book a personalized workflow audit at CountBricks.com/consultation. One simple action can unlock faster pages, cleaner data and more profitable residential builds.
