Cedar’s natural beauty, durability, and energy-saving insulation make it the go-to cladding for New England and beyond. When you install cedar siding correctly, you gain decades of curb appeal with minimal upkeep. CountBricks pairs that timeless material with cutting-edge AI to streamline every stage, from instant estimating to the final nail.
• Board style (bevel, shingles, shakes, tongue-and-groove)
• Profile thickness and grade
• House height and total wall square footage
• Existing cladding removal and disposal
• Weather-resistive barrier, flashing, and trim details
• Local labor rates and seasonal demand
Traditional estimating requires hours of takeoffs and phone calls. CountBricks’ voice-driven AI compresses that to minutes. Simply walk the perimeter, describe wall dimensions, and the platform produces a line-item quote anchored to live cedar pricing.
• Voice conversation captures dimensions hands-free while you’re on site
• Automated blueprint takeoffs verify square footage down to the stud bay
• Material database refreshes cedar, fastener, and flashing prices hourly
• Labor benchmarks adjust for crew size, pitch, and story height
• Instant PDF proposals brandable with your logo or the CountBricks mark
Visit CountBricks.com/services to see a demo of cedar siding estimating in action.
1. Remove existing cladding and inspect sheathing for rot or mold.
2. Install a code-compliant weather-resistive barrier and flashing at all penetrations.
3. Snap level reference lines to ensure consistent reveal across every elevation.
4. Pre-prime board ends and cut edges to seal against moisture wicking.
5. Start siding at the lowest course, staggering joints at least two studs apart.
6. Blind-nail or face-nail with stainless fasteners, following manufacturer spacing.
7. Integrate trim, corners, and vent blocks as courses rise.
8. Back-caulk top courses, then apply penetrating stain or paint per finish schedule.
CountBricks field crews document each step in the mobile app so you—and your client—receive photo evidence in real time.
Every CountBricks project closes with a 50-point inspection covering fastener depth, joint staggering, moisture readings, and finish mil thickness. Data feeds back into our AI, refining future bids and installation playbooks. Homeowners receive a digital warranty packet automatically generated at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
• Uneven reveals: Laser levels and onboard sensors alert installers when lines drift more than 1/16 inch.
• Premature weathering: We use kiln-dried, prefinished cedar unless raw texture is specified, adding UV-blocking stain within 24 hours of install.
• Nail corrosion: Only stainless or double-hot-dipped galvanized fasteners meet CountBricks standards.
• Moisture traps: Open-rain-screen furring strips allow the wall to breathe, extending siding life by up to 40%.
If your project involves multi-story facades, historic detailing, or compressed timelines, CountBricks delivers proven crews and predictive scheduling. Builders tap us during pre-construction; homeowners reach out after the first sign of flaking paint. Either way, our consultants price, schedule, and mobilize faster than legacy contractors.
Ready to install cedar siding without surprises? Start a live voice session at CountBricks.com/consultation, and walk away with a locked-in price before the coffee cools.
A 1920s craftsman near Portland’s Back Cove needed fresh siding that could withstand Atlantic storms while honoring historic charm. The homeowner contacted CountBricks during lunch break. Within 30 minutes our AI had parsed a scanned blueprint, captured real-time cedar market costs, and generated a transparent estimate.
• 1,880 square feet of kiln-dried western red cedar bevel
• Rain-screen furring for enhanced ventilation
• Custom 3-step semi-transparent stain pre-applied in shop
• New PVC trim fabricated from digital cut lists exported by CountBricks software
1. Day 1: Voice walkthrough and drone imagery uploaded
2. Day 2: AI estimate approved, materials ordered automatically
3. Day 6: Crew arrival synchronized with cedar delivery
4. Day 12: Final inspection and digital warranty issued
The remodel finished four days ahead of the regional average and 2% under budget thanks to real-time purchasing. Moisture readings six months later registered under 12%, proving the rain-screen detail and factory finish pay dividends. View before-and-after photos at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
• Lock pricing early—cedar is a commodity, and live data in CountBricks shields you from spikes.
• Specify stainless fasteners; coastal air accelerates galvanic corrosion.
• Consider factory finishing for uniform color and faster install.
For personalized guidance, book a voice consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation and see why leading residential builders rely on CountBricks to install cedar siding right the first time.
