A white-painted picket fence is more than curb appeal—it is a clear line of security, privacy, and personality for any residence. Yet many homeowners hesitate because they fear the process will be messy, slow, and expensive. CountBricks eliminates that uncertainty. By combining real-time voice capture, AI cost engines, and blueprint takeoffs, we turn “I’d like a fence” into a detailed, ready-to-sign estimate in minutes.
• Classic look that matches traditional or modern façades
• Moderate height provides boundary without feeling boxed in
• Easier permitting compared with taller privacy fences
• Wide range of materials—from pressure-treated pine to low-maintenance vinyl
During a site visit, simply speak: “150 feet of cedar pickets, 4 ft tall, replace the old chain link.” CountBricks AI converts your words into:
1. Accurate linear footage and post count
2. Current lumber, fastener, and concrete prices pulled from live supplier feeds
3. Task-by-task labor hours based on regional wage data
4. A branded PDF quote ready to email before you leave the driveway
Homeowners see transparency, and contractors see time saved.
Pressure-Treated Pine
Most affordable, accepts paint or stain, but needs sealing every two years.
Cedar
Naturally rot-resistant, mid-price point, distinctive aroma, weathers to silver if left unstained.
Vinyl
Highest upfront cost, lowest maintenance, color-fast for decades, perfect for owners who never want to repaint.
CountBricks.com/services provides live cost per foot comparisons so you can demo numbers for clients on the spot.
1. Planning & Permits – Verify property lines, HOA rules, and municipal height limits.
2. Layout – Snap intersecting string lines to mark the fence run and gate openings.
3. Post Holes – Using an auger, dig holes one-third the post length deep and 10 inches wide.
4. Set Posts – Pour concrete, plumb posts, and allow 24 hours cure time.
5. Rails – Attach two or three horizontal rails, depending on fence height.
6. Pickets – Fasten pickets with stainless screws, spacing them with a jig for uniform gaps.
7. Finishing – Apply exterior-grade paint or stain, and install gate hardware.
• Soil conditions: rocky ground increases digging time and auger bit wear
• Terrain: slopes require stepped or racked sections, adding labor
• Access: urban yards may need hand-carried materials instead of machinery
• Waste factor: plan 5-10 % extra pickets for cuts and future repairs
CountBricks AI accounts for all these variables automatically—no back-office spreadsheets required.
• Skipping utility locates—hit a water main and your schedule evaporates
• Setting posts too shallow—posts must extend below frost line to prevent heave
• Nailing instead of screwing pickets—nails loosen with seasonal movement
• Ignoring expansion gaps—vinyl expands; tight boards will buckle
• Pre-cut spacers out of scrap plywood to keep picket gaps consistent
• Mix concrete in the hole to reduce cleanup time
• Use a laser level on longer runs for perfectly aligned rails
• Pre-stain pickets on sawhorses to save bending and drips
• Record every change order verbally—CountBricks logs it and updates the estimate live
CountBricks can schedule automated reminders for sealing or inspections. Homeowners receive a yearly email, and contractors receive a ready-to-send maintenance quote—creating recurring revenue streams.
Ready to turn a homeowner’s dream fence into your next profitable project? Visit CountBricks.com/consultation or open the CountBricks mobile app to start talking. In less time than it takes concrete to set, you’ll have a signed contract, material list, and calendar invite locked in.
A recent CountBricks client wanted a traditional cedar fence to replace aging stockade panels around a brownstone garden. Using our voice-driven estimator, the contractor captured scope in 45 seconds:
• 180 linear feet, 4-foot height
• Two 36-inch pedestrian gates with decorative toppers
• Regrade 20 feet of uneven soil along the rear alley
Within two minutes, CountBricks returned:
1. Detailed materials list—235 pickets, 24 posts, 5 bags of concrete per post
2. Labor schedule—three carpenters, two laborers, 2.5 days
3. Total cost—$8,940, broken down by tasks and materials
• Auger-mounted mini-skid steered through a 38-inch gate thanks to pre-check in CountBricks blueprint view
• RFID-tagged lumber scanned on arrival; quantities auto-reconciled inside the app
• Change order for upgraded black hardware approved on-site, pricing updated in real time
The crew completed work half-day early, reducing overhead by $620. Homeowner received a branded care guide generated automatically, including reminders to apply UV sealer every spring. Feedback survey scored 10/10 for transparency and craftsmanship.
• Early material scanning prevents mid-project shortages
• Real-time voice logs of client conversations eliminate disputes
• Automated maintenance guides turn one-time jobs into repeat engagements
If you’re ready to replicate this success, visit CountBricks.com/portfolio to explore more residential fence builds, or schedule a live demo at CountBricks.com/consultation. Your next profitable picket fence project is a conversation away.
