“Bathroom refresh” is one of the highest-ROI phrases in residential construction today. Replacing a bathtub instantly modernizes the space, eliminates hidden moisture damage, and adds perceived square footage. CountBricks sees bathtub swaps pay back up to 70 % of their cost at resale when the project is scoped and executed correctly.
Homeowners and contractors alike run into familiar frustrations during a bathtub replacement:
• Surprise subfloor rot discovered only after demolition
• Long lead times on specialty tubs and valves
• Change-orders caused by outdated price books
• Hand-written takeoffs that miss critical line items
CountBricks eliminates those gaps with real-time material databases, AI-powered takeoffs, and automated task checklists that update the budget the moment a spec changes.
1. Voice Kickoff: Using your phone or jobsite tablet, describe the existing bathroom. The CountBricks AI captures measurements, photos, and material preferences in seconds.
2. Instant Takeoff: Our blueprint parser converts that conversation into a digital plan set, labeling supply, drain, framing, and finish zones.
3. Live Estimate: The platform cross-references regional labor rates and supplier catalogs, producing a line-item cost for demolishing, prepping, and installing the new tub—no spreadsheets required.
4. Client-Ready Quote: One click exports a polished PDF branded with your logo and terms. Homeowners can e-sign on any device.
5. Procurement Sync: Approved quotes trigger purchase orders through CountBricks.com/services, locking today’s price even if the install is weeks away.
6. Field Execution: Crews receive step-by-step tasks on their phones, complete with embedded safety notes and inspection checkpoints.
7. Real-Time Adjustments: Should a wall stud be out of plumb, record a quick voice note. The AI recalculates extra shimming labor and updates the budget instantly.
8. Final Invoice: When the punch list is cleared, CountBricks converts completed tasks and materials used into a final invoice that syncs with your accounting software.
• Tub Type: Steel alcove units start around $400, while cast-iron freestanding models can exceed $3,000.
• Access Issues: Second-story bathrooms may add 15 % in labor for material hauling and waste removal.
• Plumbing Relocation: Moving a drain more than 6" often triggers full re-sloping, new vents, and permit fees.
• Finish Upgrades: Tile niches, glass enclosures, and premium fixtures can double the finishing budget.
All these variables are built into the CountBricks cost engine, ensuring your quote stays transparent and profitable.
CountBricks pulls live stock status from regional suppliers:
• Acrylic: Lightweight, budget-friendly, and available in dozens of shapes
• Fiberglass: Slightly heavier, excellent for fast installs
• Enamel-Coated Steel: Durable surface, mid-level cost
• Cast Iron: Ultimate longevity and heat retention—all weight calculations are preloaded so you can plan for additional joist support if required.
Many municipalities require a plumbing permit when replacing a bathtub, especially if the valve is updated to modern scald-guard standards. CountBricks embeds jurisdictional code libraries, so your estimate automatically flags needed permits and inspection fees—saving you phone calls and callbacks.
• Confirm flange height against finished floor before setting the tub to avoid tile lippage
• Dry-fit the waste and overflow kit to the tub before lowering it into the alcove
• Use self-leveling mortar beneath acrylic tubs to prevent creaks and flexing
• Install moisture-resistant drywall or cement board ½" above the tub lip for a watertight seal
• Snap site photos inside CountBricks after rough-in; they auto-attach to the job file for inspector review
The Andersons wanted to replace a dingy 1970s tub before listing their Louisville home. Their contractor used CountBricks voice estimating on a Monday morning.
• 12-minute call produced a 37-line estimate
• Client signed electronically by lunch
• Tub, valve, and tile delivered Wednesday—lead times verified in-app
• Installation finished Friday; zero change-orders
The home sold the next month for 7 % above asking, with the updated bathroom highlighted in the listing photos.
Whether you’re a GC managing multiple crews or a specialty bath remodeler, CountBricks accelerates every step. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation to schedule a live demo and see how fast you can turn measurements into money.
Labor, not materials, often determines your profit on a bathtub project. CountBricks tracks more than 120 micro-tasks tied to bathtub replacement, from water shut-off to caulk cure time. By benchmarking every crew member’s actual minutes in the field, our platform uncovers hidden slowdowns and suggests process tweaks.
• 18 % faster demo times after switching from reciprocating saws to oscillating multi-tools on stud walls
• 25 % reduction in callbacks when installers adopted CountBricks’ ASTM-compliant leak test checklist
• 9 labor hours saved per project by staging valves, drains, and fasteners into labelled totes before site arrival
1. Crew clocks in to the bathtub project on the mobile app
2. Task timers start automatically as they mark each phase complete
3. CountBricks AI compares actual duration to regional averages and flags anomalies
4. You receive a performance report with suggested training or tool upgrades
Contractors who perform ten or more tub swaps per month can feed historical data back into CountBricks.com/services, letting the system predict crew availability and material demand weeks in advance. This proactive scheduling cuts downtime and secures bulk-buy discounts that drop overall costs another 3-5 %.
If your goal is consistent, high-margin bathroom remodels, replacing a bathtub is the perfect pilot project. Let CountBricks handle the estimating, task sequencing, and invoicing while you focus on craftsmanship and client relations. Book your personalized walkthrough at CountBricks.com/consultation today.
