Replacing or adding a tub may look straightforward, yet hidden plumbing variables can send budgets spiraling. CountBricks puts data behind every decision. Our AI-powered estimating platform listens to your on-site walk-through, captures live dimensions, and instantly prices fittings, valves, labor hours, and disposal fees. That means no surprises for homeowners and no profit leaks for contractors.
1. Scope verification and utility shut-off
2. Demolition or rough-in review
3. Drain, waste, and vent alignment
4. Supply line sizing and routing
5. Tub set and ledger leveling
6. Pressure test and code inspection
7. Finish trim, caulk, and clean-up
Scope verification
• CountBricks voice capture locks in exact tub size, apron type, and alcove layout.
• Our material library matches the homeowner’s finish preference with real-time supplier pricing.
Drain, waste, and vent (DWV) alignment
• We calculate slope to the stack and flag concrete chipping or joist notching before crews arrive.
• Instant alerts recommend Schedule 40 PVC, ABS, or cast iron based on local code and acoustics.
Supply line routing
• CountBricks auto-sizes copper, PEX-A, or CPVC lines to maintain 2.5 GPM at fixtures two stories up.
• Labor algorithms update when walls are 2x6 instead of 2x4, keeping bid hours honest.
• Inadequate venting causes slow drains and call-backs.
• Misreading rough-in dimensions leads to costly tub returns.
• Setting the ledger too low creates bowed surrounds and cracked grout.
• Skipping pressure tests before closing walls risks leaks that surface months later.
• The AI blueprint takeoff highlights every stud bay, joist cavity, and penetration.
• Voice prompts remind installers to photograph each stage for the CountBricks cloud log.
• Automated compliance checklists align with Sacramento, CA, residential plumbing code or any jurisdiction you serve.
Tub plumbing is more than choosing chrome versus brushed nickel. The hidden parts—P-traps, test plugs, deck mount valves—drive the final invoice. CountBricks surfaces SKU-level options so pros can balance cost, durability, and homeowner taste.
• Flexible PEX saves on elbows and labor in tight remodels.
• Pre-sloped ABS drain kits trim install time by nearly 20%.
• Push-fit stop valves reduce torch use, cutting fire-watch costs.
Our residential construction dataset tracks crew performance per linear foot of pipe and per fixture set. When your project deviates, CountBricks flags it before overtime kicks in.
• Remove cast-iron tub and rough-in new lines: 5.2 crew hours
• Install new acrylic alcove tub on existing studs: 3.1 crew hours
• Add access panel and re-insulate cavity: 0.7 crew hours
Installing bathtub plumbing in Sacramento differs from, say, Phoenix. Water hardness, seismic bracing, and permit fees vary. CountBricks geolocates each estimate, applying:
• Local union versus open-shop rates
• Current municipal inspection timelines
• Mileage factors for off-site dump runs
Visit CountBricks.com/services to explore modules that integrate with your mobile field apps. Crews can pull updated diagrams, while office staff issue branded quotes in minutes.
1. Open the CountBricks mobile dashboard and select “Install Bathtub Plumbing.”
2. Walk the bathroom and speak dimensions: stud-to-stud width, drain location, ceiling height.
3. Confirm material preferences: copper, PEX, or CPVC.
4. Approve suggested labor tasks: demo, framing adjustment, new valve set.
5. Generate a client-ready PDF with scope, timeline, and price—signed on the spot.
For Contractors
• Win more bids by presenting transparent, tech-backed numbers.
• Eliminate double entry—field notes sync to invoices automatically.
• Reduce warranty claims with photo-verified install logs.
For Homeowners
• Understand exactly where every dollar goes.
• Approve finish changes digitally, avoiding last-minute surprises.
• Receive a detailed close-out packet with as-built plumbing routes for future renovations.
Residential construction margins are tightening, but data-driven firms thrive. Whether you’re replacing a 1950s cast-iron beast or adding a freestanding statement tub, CountBricks equips you with accurate takeoffs, live pricing, and streamlined communication. Schedule a demo at CountBricks.com/consultation and see why leading remodelers trust our platform to install bathtub plumbing right the first time.
A Sacramento homeowner wanted to swap an aging steel tub for a lightweight acrylic model without moving walls. The GC opened CountBricks, chose “install bathtub plumbing,” and completed a voice walkthrough in under five minutes.
• Existing 1/2-inch copper supplies were undersized for the new rain shower head. CountBricks recommended 3/4-inch PEX-A and projected a 12% water-pressure gain.
• The original cast-iron P-trap sat 1-inch off center. Our blueprint overlay showed the exact joist cut needed, preventing guesswork.
• Estimated labor: 4.6 crew hours. Actual time logged through the CountBricks field app: 4.4 hours—within 5% accuracy.
• Live cost dashboard displayed every change order, including a last-minute switch to matte black trim.
• Final invoice matched the approved estimate to the dollar, building trust and securing a five-star review.
• No after-hours number crunching—CountBricks synced material receipts directly to QuickBooks.
• Photo-verified milestones satisfied the city inspector remotely, shaving two days off the schedule.
Ready to capture the same efficiencies on your next residential job? Explore integrations, pricing tiers, and live support options at CountBricks.com/services.
• Order a drain kit with a reversible tee; CountBricks flags compatible SKUs.
• Mount a temporary ledger 1/16-inch higher than spec to allow for mortar bed compression.
• Use a pneumatic stud punch instead of drilling to maintain pipe slope without weakening studs.
CountBricks isn’t just software—it’s your competitive edge in residential construction. From accurate install bathtub plumbing estimates to seamless close-out documentation, we streamline the entire project lifecycle.
