Replacing a sliding glass door is one of the fastest ways to modernize a home, boost energy performance, and connect interior spaces to outdoor living areas. Yet many homeowners feel uncertain about actual pricing. At CountBricks, we break down the numbers in real time—so you can commit to a budget, secure materials, and schedule crews without guesswork.
• Energy bills rise with drafty, single-pane units
• Curb appeal suffers when frames warp or glass fogs
• Insurance claims often require proof of fair market pricing
• Resale value hinges on contemporary, code-compliant openings
Because every family balances aesthetics, performance, and cost differently, CountBricks developed AI-powered voice estimation that adapts to live homeowner feedback. As you discuss priorities—low-E coatings, security hardware, or larger openings—our software updates quantities, labor hours, and allowances instantly.
• Vinyl two-panel: budget-friendly, moderate insulation
• Fiberglass composite: mid-range, superior rigidity
• Aluminum clad wood: premium look, excellent U-values
• Multi-panel stacking systems: luxury price, expansive openings
• Removing an old unit embedded in stucco or masonry adds hours
• Enlarging the rough opening may require structural engineering
• Upgrading flashing and pan membranes protects warranties
• Finish carpentry—trim, casing, paint—completes the look
• Second-story balconies call for scaffolding or lift rentals
• Electrical or plumbing lines near the opening add trade coordination
• Permit fees vary by municipality but must be included up front
Based on thousands of recent CountBricks takeoffs, most homeowners in comparable markets invest:
• $1,200 – $2,300 for basic 6' vinyl replacements including standard labor
• $2,400 – $4,000 for composite or aluminum clad two-panel units
• $4,500 – $9,000 for multi-panel or oversize panoramic doors
Remember that regional material availability, seasonal labor demand, and current fuel surcharges can shift totals. Our database syncs nightly so your quote mirrors today’s supplier invoices rather than last quarter’s averages.
Our residential construction clients rely on a four-part digital workflow:
1. Speak the scope: Using any mobile device, describe size, frame type, glass spec, and finish preferences.
2. AI takeoff: CountBricks cross-references your voice data with blueprint measurements or on-site scans.
3. Real-time pricing: The platform pulls live SKU costs from partnered suppliers and regional labor indexes.
4. Instant paperwork: A branded PDF proposal, material list, and labor schedule are auto-generated. Accept digitally, and CountBricks pushes an invoice to your accounting software.
• Compare frame materials; composite often matches aluminum performance at lower cost
• Re-use existing trim where possible and allocate savings to upgraded glazing
• Schedule installation during off-peak seasons when labor rates dip
• Bundle multiple exterior openings—doors and windows—to unlock volume discounts in the CountBricks marketplace
In most jurisdictions, yes. CountBricks flags permit requirements during the estimate and adds anticipated fees.
Typical swaps finish in one business day, but structural modifications can extend to three. Our timelines appear on every proposal.
Certainly. Upload the door’s spec sheet to CountBricks.com/services and we’ll adjust labor only.
Join thousands of residential contractors who trust CountBricks to convert on-the-spot conversations into accurate, winning bids. Visit CountBricks.com/consultation, start a live call, and know your sliding glass door replacement cost before the coffee gets cold.
A recent CountBricks client in suburban Austin needed a 12' multi-panel sliding system before listing her home. Traditional bids ranged from $7,500 to $11,000 and required a week for paperwork. Here’s how CountBricks condensed the timeline:
1. Thursday 9 AM – The homeowner used her phone to describe the existing opening and design goals. Our AI parsed dimensions and recommended an aluminum clad, triple-panel unit.
2. Thursday 9:10 AM – Live pricing from three regional suppliers streamed into the dashboard. She selected the mid-range option at $4,950 material cost.
3. Thursday 9:15 AM – CountBricks generated a line-item quote: $2,150 labor, $320 permit, $180 disposal, total $7,600. She approved electronically.
4. Friday 7 AM – Materials arrived on site. Verified via CountBricks delivery tracking, carpenters began demo at 8 AM.
5. Friday 4 PM – The new door slid smoothly into place, inspected, and passed blower-door verification. Final invoice auto-synced to the homeowner’s financing portal.
• Capture clear smartphone photos of interior and exterior jambs; our AI uses them to pre-select flashing kits
• Approve proposals before 2 PM local time to qualify for next-day material shipping in most metros
• Use the CountBricks client portal to schedule city inspections in the same step as payment—less back-and-forth, faster close-out
Sliding glass doors are just the start. Our residential platform handles windows, decks, roofing, and full additions with identical speed and accuracy. Explore:
• CountBricks.com/services for a full menu of AI-driven estimates
• CountBricks.com/portfolio to view completed renovations and energy-efficiency upgrades
Harness real-time data, reduce administrative drag, and win more profitable projects—one voice command at a time.
