Few upgrades add as much character and everyday comfort to an Orlando home as a custom fireplace. Whether you envision a sleek linear gas unit for your new build in Baldwin Park or a rustic stone hearth for a Winter Park remodel, the key to success is precision planning. That is exactly what CountBricks delivers. Our AI-powered voice estimating platform captures every measurement, material choice, and labor task in real-time so you can move from concept to crackling flames without delays or budget surprises.
• Year-round ambiance for cool winter evenings and cozy holiday gatherings
• Increased property value and buyer appeal in a competitive real-estate market
• Greater design flexibility with modern gas, electric, or traditional wood options
• Potential energy savings when paired with zone heating strategies
Because every residence and design vision is unique, price points can vary widely. CountBricks compiles thousands of local supplier feeds and verified contractor rates to create a living database of Orlando fireplace costs. Here is what the numbers typically look like:
1. Basic Electric Insert: $2,500 – $4,500 installed
2. Mid-Range Gas Fireplace (vented with stone veneer): $6,500 – $11,000 installed
3. High-End Custom Wood-Burning Masonry Fireplace: $15,000 – $30,000+ installed
Those figures include rough framing, venting or chimney systems, finish materials, labor, permits, and standard inspections. When you request your voice estimate through CountBricks.com/services, the platform pulls only real-time Orlando pricing, giving you a clear snapshot within minutes.
Fireplace Unit
• Electric: Low install cost, plug-and-play simplicity, wide decorative styles
• Gas Direct-Vent: Balanced efficiency and realism, requires gas line and vent chase
• Wood Masonry: Premium craftsmanship, higher structural load, chimney engineering
Surround & Hearth
• Painted drywall and mantle shelf for a clean transitional look
• Natural stacked stone for Florida’s Mediterranean architecture
• Porcelain slab or tile for modern minimalism
Fuel & Venting Infrastructure
• Gas supply lines, regulators, shut-off valves, and carbon monoxide detectors
• Double-wall metal chimney systems for new combustibles
• Full masonry chimney with flue liner on traditional builds
Unlike manual spreadsheets, CountBricks listens while you speak. On site or over video call, describe your desired Orlando fireplace dimensions, materials, and layout. The platform instantly converts your words into quantified line items:
• Material quantities (studs, fire-rated drywall, stone veneer square footage)
• Labor hours per specialty trade (framing, gas fitting, masonry, finish carpentry)
• Permit fees based on Orange County and Seminole County jurisdiction databases
• Contingency allowances recommended for remodeling projects
The result is a sharable digital estimate you can refine in real time. Need to swap travertine for quartz ledgestone? Just say it—your totals recalculate before your eyes.
Florida Building Code (7th Edition) has strict sections on combustion clearances, seismic anchoring, and hurricane wind loads. CountBricks embeds those requirements into each estimate so nothing slips through the cracks:
• Minimum 2-inch air space around metal flues
• 12-inch non-combustible hearth extension for wood units
• Gas log safety shut-off per mechanical code
Because the compliance checklist is automated, your permit set is faster to approve—saving weeks on the schedule.
1. Vision & Voice Estimate (Day 1)
2. Design Draft Sign-Off (Week 1)
3. Permit Submission to City of Orlando (Week 2)
4. Rough-In Framing & Utilities (Weeks 3-4)
5. Finish Cladding & Mantle Install (Weeks 5-6)
6. Final Inspection and Client Walk-Through (Week 6)
7. Light the First Fire! (Week 6+)
With CountBricks orchestrating tasks, homeowners and trades stay in lockstep, cutting average project duration by 20% compared to traditional coordination methods.
A recent CountBricks client wanted a frameless 60-inch linear gas fireplace floating beneath a wall-mounted TV. Using our AI takeoff tools, we specified steel studs, non-combustible cement board, and matte black porcelain tile—achieving a razor-thin 1/2-inch reveal. The total project cost landed at $9,800, 7% below the original budget, and passed inspection on the first attempt.
• Choose vented gas over vent-free to avoid humidity issues common to Florida homes
• Integrate a blower kit to circulate warm air efficiently during short cool spells
• Install smart thermostatic remotes for safer, hands-off operation
• Pre-run conduit for low-voltage lighting or sound bars if you plan a media wall
Step into the future of construction estimating. Schedule a no-obligation voice session at CountBricks.com/consultation and watch your Orlando fireplace take shape in minutes, not weeks.
A fireplace is more than a pretty focal point—it is a strategic home investment. CountBricks tracks post-project valuations across Central Florida neighborhoods and the data is compelling: homes listing with a modern gas or classic masonry fireplace see an average 6–12% lift in sale price and spend 18% fewer days on market.
• Energy Efficiency: High-efficiency direct-vent units reduce HVAC strain during cooler months, trimming utility bills and boosting Energy Star scores.
• Architectural Character: Custom mantles, stone surrounds, and integrated shelving transform blank walls into functional art, elevating perceived craftsmanship.
• Lifestyle Appeal: A ready-to-use fireplace photographs beautifully for listings and signals premium comfort to buyers relocating from colder climates.
1. Dynamic Supplier Pricing: Our software refreshes material costs daily—letting you lock in stone, tile, or lumber when prices dip.
2. Labor Benchmarking: CountBricks aggregates verified journeyman rates to flag outliers, ensuring you never overpay for subcontracted trades.
3. Change-Order Guardrails: Scope revisions automatically recalculate totals and require digital sign-off, eliminating surprise invoices at project closeout.
When a 1940s bungalow owner opted to retrofit a vent-free gas fireplace, our AI takeoff revealed existing joist spans could not bear the added load. CountBricks proposed a lightweight electric insert paired with a shiplap surround—cutting $3,200 in structural reinforcement and shaving eight days off the schedule. The finished look helped the home fetch $42,000 above neighborhood comps within three weeks of listing.
The numbers are clear: partnering with CountBricks is the smartest way to ignite comfort and equity in your Orlando residence. Explore design ideas and book a live voice estimate at CountBricks.com/portfolio today.
