Whether you are refreshing a historic West End brownstone or adding an accessory dwelling unit on Munjoy Hill, plumbing is the heartbeat of every Portland ME home. CountBricks brings state-of-the-art estimating technology and seasoned field technicians together, making sure your next pipe repair or full-scale remodel stays on time, on budget, and fully code-compliant.
Local codes and cold-weather expertise – From frost-proof sill cocks to mandated backflow devices, our teams understand the nuances of Cumberland County plumbing codes and Maine’s deep-freeze winters.
AI-powered accuracy – Our real-time voice interface captures scope, generates labor and material line items, and syncs with live supplier pricing in seconds. No more guessing games; your plumbing estimate is backed by data.
One dashboard, all documents – Clients access proposals, change orders, permits, and invoices at CountBricks.com/portal, streamlining communication between homeowners, designers, and subcontractors.
• Emergency leak detection and repair for copper and PEX lines
• Whole-house repipes during historic home renovations
• Tankless and hybrid heat-pump water heater installs
• Bathroom and kitchen rough-ins for additions and ADUs
• Drain, waste, and vent upgrades to meet modern code
• Radiant floor and hydronic baseboard heating integration
1. Fixture grade and finish – A matte-black wall-mount faucet costs more than a chrome deck mount.
2. Pipe routing complexity – Balloon-frame houses often need creative chases and fire-blocking, increasing labor hours.
3. Crawlspace vs. heated basement – Working in tight, unconditioned spaces adds protective gear and crew fatigue factors.
4. Seasonal timing – Frozen ground between December and March can add excavation and heat-tracing costs.
5. Permit level – Historic districts may require additional inspections that extend project timelines.
1. Start a live voice call inside the CountBricks mobile app.
2. Describe your project: “Replace galvanized pipes on the first floor and install a 50-gallon heat-pump water heater.”
3. Our AI engine transcribes, categorizes tasks, and matches them with current Portland ME material pricing.
4. Suggested scope appears on your screen. Approve or adjust line items in real time.
5. CountBricks auto-creates a branded PDF quote, schedules crew availability, and reserves materials with local suppliers.
• Maine requires pressure-balanced valves on all new shower installations to prevent scalding.
• Outdoor hose bibs must have vacuum breakers and be frost-proof beyond 12 inches of exterior insulation.
• Any water heater over 50 gallons must include seismic strapping—even in low-risk zones like Portland.
• Lead-free solder is mandatory; CountBricks never brings leaded products onto a jobsite.
• Bundle tasks: Schedule drain upgrades while walls are open for electrical to avoid double demolition costs.
• Choose mid-tier fixtures: They offer warranty lengths similar to luxury brands without the markup.
• Approve designs early: Late fixture swaps often trigger re-rough and new supply lines.
• Plan winterization: If work finishes after October, confirm heat is active to cure pipe joints correctly.
• Leverage CountBricks AI revisions: Small scope tweaks update totals instantly—no waiting days for a fresh quote.
Upload your architect’s PDF at CountBricks.com/takeoff. Our AI reads every pipe symbol, measures runs, and assigns fittings. You receive:
• Color-coded plans showing supply and waste lines
• A detailed bill of materials with live Portland ME pricing
• Labor hours based on union wage averages or CountBricks crew rates
• A Gantt chart schedule synced to our mobile time-tracking app
The 1890s two-family dwelling suffered recurring pinhole leaks in its aging galvanized system. CountBricks performed a laser scan, generated a same-day estimate, and completed a full PEX-A repipe in four working days. Our AI platform adjusted for unforeseen plaster & lathe repair in seconds, giving the owner transparent cost visibility and zero surprise invoices.
Residential plumbing in Portland ME demands local know-how and precision costing. CountBricks delivers both. Start your voice estimate today at CountBricks.com/services or call to speak with our dedicated residential coordinators.
Change orders are the silent budget killers of residential construction. A last-minute vanity swap or an unexpected corroded drain can snowball into days of delay—unless your contractor has a live costing engine.
1. Field discovery – A technician uncovers a rusted cast-iron stack during demolition.
2. Voice note – The tech taps the CountBricks mobile mic and describes the condition.
3. AI recalculation – Within 30 seconds, new PVC materials, hangers, and extra labor hours populate the estimate.
4. Instant homeowner approval – A push notification lets the owner accept or decline the change from their phone.
5. Seamless scheduling – The revised scope auto-slots into the existing Gantt chart, avoiding calendar conflicts.
• Average approval time drops from 48 hours to under 15 minutes
• Budget overruns shrink by 22% thanks to up-front visibility
• Crew idle time is virtually eliminated, keeping projects on deadline even during Maine’s short construction season
Because CountBricks pipes directly into regional supplier APIs, we secure competitive pricing on copper, PEX, and fixtures the moment you sign off. No ringing multiple yards, no outdated spreadsheets—just live numbers you can trust.
Portland homeowners appreciate transparency. Every revised line item comes stamped with the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code reference, so there’s never doubt about why a component is required. Digital signatures track authorization history, and our final invoice reconciles automatically, making bank financing draw requests painless.
Traditional contractors rely on manual takeoffs and next-day callbacks. CountBricks condenses that cycle to minutes, delivering plumbing Portland ME solutions that respect your timeline and pocketbook. Book a complimentary virtual walk-through at CountBricks.com/consultation and see how seamlessly your next change order can flow.
