For many homeowners, the bathroom is the one room that feels truly personal. Upgrading it by installing a bathtub can increase resale value, add daily comfort, and transform design appeal. Yet fitting a new tub into an existing residential floor plan involves far more than simply connecting a drain. Structural load checks, waterproofing details, fixture alignment, and code compliance all influence success. That is where CountBricks excels. Our AI-driven estimating platform turns a voice conversation or a PDF plan into a fully costed task list—so you start every project with clarity.
Traditional takeoffs for a bathroom remodel can take hours and still miss hidden costs. CountBricks compresses that time to minutes:
• Speak your scope of work into the CountBricks mobile app and watch tasks auto-populate in real time
• Instantly pull today’s pricing for tubs, valves, drains, and backer board based on local supplier data
• Generate side-by-side options for alcove, freestanding, or drop-in bathtubs so clients see clear budget tiers
• Export branded proposals, invoices, and schedules directly from CountBricks.com/services
1. Confirm floor joist capacity for the combined weight of tub, water, and bather
2. Measure rough opening width, depth, and height—then verify door clearances for tub delivery
3. Locate existing supply lines and drain, noting vent stack proximity
4. Order matching faucet trim kits when possible to streamline finish selections
5. Book any required trade permits via your local building department
Through the CountBricks material library you can filter tubs by:
• Acrylic, cast iron, or solid-surface construction
• Standard 60-inch alcove or space-saving 54-inch models
• Integrated overflow height for deep-soak designs
Because pricing pulls live, you never worry about quoting yesterday’s numbers.
Remove the existing tub, surround, and any water-damaged framing. Use CountBricks’ task database to auto-generate disposal fees and labor hours.
If the joists need sistering, CountBricks will calculate lumber quantities and fasteners while you dictate field dimensions.
Relocate supply lines or trap assemblies as needed. Our AI suggests pipe lengths and fitting counts based on your entered distances.
• Dry-fit to ensure a level base
• Apply mortar bed or manufacturer-approved foam for solid support
• Fasten the flange to studs with stainless screws
CountBricks’ blueprint takeoff highlights square footage of cement board, membrane tape, and waterproof sealant so material overage is minimized.
Install valves, overflow, and spout. Pressure-test before tiling to avoid costly rework.
Whether clients choose large-format porcelain or a one-piece acrylic surround, CountBricks provides tile counts, thinset coverage, and grout volumes as soon as you specify layout size.
Below is a sample Cleveland-area estimate auto-generated by CountBricks:
• Tub and drain kit: $1,050
• Rough plumbing labor: $720
• Waterproofing materials: $185
• Tile and setting products: $640
• Finish trim and caulk: $95
• Disposal fees: $60
Total projected cost: $2,750
Because every project is unique, you can tweak quantities in real time and see totals adjust instantly.
• Missing blocking for grab bars: CountBricks prompts you to add framing line items when ADA accessories are selected
• Underestimating tile waste: Our algorithm adds 12% overage to diagonal layouts automatically
• Forgetting tub delivery fees: Local freight costs appear once you confirm supplier distance in the app
• Pre-soak cast-iron tubs in warm water to reduce thermal shock during hot fills
• Use laser levels for flange alignment—CountBricks schedules this under “site prep equipment”
• Always insulate the tub cavity; the material list auto-adds R-13 batts when you select exterior walls
• Offer clients quiet close drains; upsell pricing is built into the options menu
• Photograph each rough-in stage and upload to CountBricks.com/portfolio for instant client updates
Our software links your installation timeline with trade calendars, letting you drag-and-drop tasks. When tile delivery slides two days, plumbing trim and inspection dates automatically shift, reducing downtime.
• Voice-activated estimates produce accurate numbers in minutes, not hours
• Real-time supplier pricing protects margins against market swings
• AI blueprint takeoffs eliminate manual counting errors
• Branded proposals close jobs faster, enhancing professionalism
• Integrated invoicing keeps cash flow on track without extra software
If installing a bathtub is on your project list, let CountBricks handle the math while you focus on craftsmanship. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation to book a live demo, or jump straight into a free test estimate and see how fast residential construction can move when technology works for you.
When the owners of a 1940s bungalow wanted a deep-soak alcove tub, they feared surprises inside old plaster walls. Their contractor turned to CountBricks for clarity. After a five-minute voice call, the app produced a 14-line estimate that included:
• 3 linear feet of galvanized drain replacement flagged by CountBricks’ aging-pipe alert
• Sistered 2x8 joists under the tub footprint calculated to handle an extra 650 lbs of live load
• Added WRB membrane behind tile—auto-inserted because exterior wall coordinates were detected in the PDF plan
The contractor imported the estimate into our drag-and-drop Gantt chart. When tile arrived early, CountBricks moved waterproofing inspection up 24 hours and text-notified the local building official through our integrated messaging tool. What could have been a nine-day job wrapped in seven—saving the homeowners two hotel nights.
Because every material line was tied to a live price feed, margin targets stayed intact despite a mid-week price bump on copper fittings. The final invoice matched the approved quote within $23, reinforcing trust and ensuring instant payment through CountBricks Pay.
• Data-backed load calculations avert costly structural callbacks
• Template-driven inspection reminders keep jobsites compliant
• Automated change-order pricing eliminates awkward client conversations
CountBricks isn’t just software; it’s a smarter way to build. Whether you install one tub a year or retrofit entire apartment stacks, our AI platform turns hours of administrative work into a few guided clicks. Explore more residential construction wins at CountBricks.com/portfolio or book a personalized walkthrough at CountBricks.com/consultation.
