Replacing or adding a patio door should feel like an upgrade, not a guessing game. Yet many residential contractors and DIY-savvy homeowners still rely on outdated spreadsheets and price books that can’t keep pace with changing material costs. CountBricks eliminates the uncertainty. Our AI-powered platform captures voice input on-site, performs blueprint takeoffs in seconds, and creates a fully costed install patio door estimate before you leave the job.
• Homeowners demand transparent pricing and timelines
• Material volatility can wipe out margin within days
• Municipal energy codes increasingly scrutinize door U-values and installation methods
• A mis-measured rough opening can add costly rework and delays
Door Style & Glazing – French, multi-slide, and bifold systems vary widely in price and labor hours.
Framing Adjustments – Widening an opening or adding a header shifts both material and labor budgets.
Flashing & Weatherproofing – Code-compliant sill pans, tapes, and membranes protect the structure but add line items that are easy to overlook without automated takeoffs.
Finishes & Hardware – Handle sets, blinds-between-glass, and interior trim packages change the final number.
1. Open the CountBricks app and describe the project with natural speech. “Replace 72-inch sliding patio door with energy-star vinyl unit.”
2. Our AI converts your voice into a structured scope, selecting up-to-date material SKUs from national suppliers or your custom catalog.
3. Upload a photo of the rough opening or a PDF plan. CountBricks AI measures the cavity, adjusts labor units, and auto-fills code-required weather barriers.
4. Real-time pricing pulls today’s lumber, sealant, and fixture costs so your estimate always reflects current market rates.
5. One tap generates a branded proposal, Gantt timeline, and payment schedule—ready to email to the client before you start the truck.
6. When the client approves, an invoice is created instantly from the same data set, keeping numbers aligned from estimate to close-out.
7. All project data syncs to your CountBricks dashboard so you can compare estimated versus actual costs for continuous improvement.
• Verify square, level, and plumb conditions of the opening before setting the frame
• Dry-fit the new unit to confirm clearances and shimming requirements
• Apply sill pan or liquid-applied flashing that extends at least six inches up the jambs
• Use composite or PVC shims to prevent moisture wicking
• Fasten according to the manufacturer’s schedule, not just “every 12 inches” rules of thumb
• Insulate gaps with low-expansion foam rated for windows and doors
• Integrate head flashing with existing WRB to shed water to the exterior
• Test operation and adjust rollers or hinges before interior trim conceals anchor points
• Record door dimensions with voice dictation while measuring—CountBricks saves the audio and auto-transcribes to your estimate
• Add optional upgrades (integrated blinds, smart locks) as selectable alternates so homeowners can self-serve price comparisons
• Use CountBricks.com/services to preload your local permit fees, ensuring full cost capture
• Attach progress photos in the app; they automatically tag to the correct line item for easy invoicing evidence
• Export the BOM to vendors directly from CountBricks, reducing double entry and phone calls
How long does a typical patio door install take? CountBricks’ historical data shows an average of 5–7 labor hours for retrofit and 9–12 hours for new framed openings.
Can CountBricks calculate energy code compliance? Yes. Our AI suggests door models that meet or exceed IECC requirements for your climate zone.
What if material prices jump after I deliver the quote? Enable the “live pricing refresh” toggle. CountBricks will notify both you and the homeowner of significant swings and suggest a variation order.
If you’re ready to install patio door projects faster and with greater profit, schedule a demo at CountBricks.com/consultation. In under 30 minutes you’ll see how real-time voice estimating, AI takeoffs, and one-click invoices give you a competitive edge in residential construction.
A Lansing homeowner wanted to swap an aging aluminum slider for an energy-efficient vinyl patio door before winter. The contractor opened the CountBricks mobile app on-site and spoke the scope: “Remove 72-inch aluminum unit, widen opening to 96 inches, install double-glazed vinyl slider with integrated blinds.” Within 90 seconds the platform returned a detailed estimate:
• Labor: 11.4 hours, including header replacement and interior trim
• Materials: $1,920 at real-time supplier pricing, updated to the minute
• Permit & disposal fees: Preloaded from CountBricks.com/services
The homeowner signed digitally that evening. Over the next two days the crew completed demolition, reframed the opening, flashed the sill pan, and set the new unit. CountBricks tracked actual labor (10.6 hours) and materials (matched estimate exactly). The profit margin improved by 6% compared to the contractor’s previous manual estimates.
• Voice-driven scope capture prevented missed line items such as WRB integration tape
• Live pricing alerted the contractor to a sudden $40 increase per sheet of OSB; he adjusted the quote before ordering
• Automated photo tagging provided airtight documentation for the final payment request
1. Use CountBricks voice notes while walking the site to ensure every framing adjustment is recorded
2. Turn on real-time pricing refresh for volatile items like lumber and sealant
3. Offer homeowners selectable upgrades; CountBricks tracks each choice as a separate cost line
4. Export the material list to your preferred supplier directly from the dashboard
5. Compare estimated versus actual data in CountBricks analytics to refine future bids
Whether you’re retrofitting a single patio door or planning a multi-panel bifold wall, CountBricks gives residential contractors the confidence of accurate numbers and repeatable workflows. Explore more success stories at CountBricks.com/portfolio and book your personalized walkthrough today.
