When Dallas homeowners think about residential construction, a mailbox rarely tops the wish list. Yet that modest post at the street sets the tone for curb appeal, meets strict USPS guidelines, and must stand up to brutal North Texas sun, surprise hail, and the occasional mower mishap. CountBricks makes it easy to calculate, budget, and install a mailbox Dallas neighbors will envy—without guessing at costs or spending weekends buried in spreadsheets.
• Climate resilience: UV-rated paint and galvanized hardware fight 100-degree summers and sudden thunderstorms.
• Local codes: Dallas city ordinances and many HOAs dictate mailbox height, setback, and reflective numbers. Non-compliance triggers replacement notices and fines.
• Curb appeal: From modern steel to classic brick columns, your mailbox can boost property value—a big win in competitive Dallas real estate.
CountBricks analyzes thousands of recent invoices across the Metroplex. Below are real-world ranges you can expect when you run an AI estimate with the “mailbox Dallas” preset.
• Standard post-mount aluminum box: $55-$90
• Decorative locking steel box: $140-$260
• Brick or stone column kit (materials only): $420-$980
• Quik-set concrete, gravel, sealant, numbers, and fasteners: $28-$65
• Simple post set and box mount: $115-$180
• Brick or stone column build with mortar: $480-$950
• Demolition and haul-off of existing unit: $35-$90
• City of Dallas typically does not require a stand-alone permit under 4 ft², but some historic districts do.
• HOAs may require architectural review; budget $25-$75 for application fees.
• CountBricks embeds local code libraries so the AI flags permit line items automatically.
Simply walk the site and describe what you see. “Remove rusted metal post, install brick column mailbox, 6 inch concrete footing.” CountBricks converts the conversation into quantified line items on the fly.
• Live pricing from Dallas suppliers syncs to your estimate.
• Substitutions are suggested when items show long lead times.
• Waste factors auto-calculate so you buy exactly what you need.
Your branded PDF is generated in seconds, complete with scope, exclusions, and payment schedule. No more late-night Word docs.
1. Mark utilities with 811 and confirm HOA approval.
2. Demolish and remove the existing mailbox.
3. Excavate a 10-inch-diameter, 24-inch-deep footing.
4. Pour concrete and set the post or masonry rebar cage plumb.
5. Allow initial set; mount the mailbox or lay brick/stone courses.
6. Seal joints, attach address numbers, and apply protective coating.
7. Clean site, photograph completion, and submit close-out through CountBricks mobile.
• Use the CountBricks “Heat Index Adjuster” to add labor premiums for extreme summer days.
• Bundle multiple mailbox replacements in the same subdivision to cut mobilization costs by up to 30 %.
• Offer clients upgrade options—locking boxes and masonry columns—directly within the interactive quote.
• Sync your estimate to the CountBricks scheduling board to reserve crews instantly.
• Export the material list to local suppliers partnered with CountBricks for same-day pickup.
From highland park estates to Frisco starter homes, CountBricks delivers transparent pricing and craftsmanship accountability. Each mailbox Dallas project is photo-verified, GPS-stamped, and archived in your CountBricks.com/portfolio, giving homeowners peace of mind and contractors repeat business.
Log in or request a demo at CountBricks.com/services. In less time than it takes to drive across LBJ Freeway, you’ll have a complete, professional estimate—no spreadsheets, no surprises.
When a Lakewood Heights homeowner wanted a mailbox that matched her Tudor-style brick façade, she turned to a CountBricks-certified contractor. Using the “mailbox Dallas – masonry” template inside the platform, the estimator captured the scope in under five minutes.
• Scope: Demolition of existing metal post, construction of 18-inch-square brick column, installation of locking steel box and address plaque
• AI-Generated Budget: $1,425 (materials, labor, haul-off, contingency)
• Actual Final Cost: $1,410—only 1 % under the estimate, proving CountBricks accuracy
• Duration: Two field days, scheduled automatically through CountBricks calendar
• Material sync saved $87 by flagging a brick overage and recommending a half-pallet purchase.
• Voice notes captured on-site HOA rules, preventing a costly height violation.
• Instant invoices accelerated payment—funds cleared before grout fully cured.
1. Clone Estimates: Building a new subdivision? Clone a perfected mailbox estimate and adjust quantities in seconds.
2. API Integration: Push CountBricks data into your accounting software to track cost per unit across 100+ lots.
3. Blueprint Takeoffs: Upload civil plans; CountBricks highlights every mailbox location, generating a development-wide material list instantly.
Margins on small scopes shrink fast when data is missing or pricing lags. CountBricks turns “little jobs” like mailboxes into high-volume profit centers—bringing enterprise-grade estimating to residential construction.
Explore more success stories at CountBricks.com/portfolio or book a one-on-one demo at CountBricks.com/consultation.
