In the competitive Vancouver construction market, accurate cost estimation is crucial. Current installation rates range from $660–$1,210 per opening, depending on the complexity and materials. CountBricks provides a comprehensive solution for trade professionals, addressing common challenges such as inaccurate takeoffs, outdated pricing, and lengthy invoicing processes.
With over 20,000 new homes permitted annually, Vancouver's housing market demands speed and precision. CountBricks software helps contractors manage:
Traditional estimation methods are outdated. CountBricks' Voice-to-Estimate feature allows contractors to generate estimates on-site by simply describing tasks, with AI capturing materials, labour hours, and subcontract allowances in real time.
How it works:
Upload PDFs to CountBricks.com, and our blueprint engine automatically recognizes wall types, floor assemblies, window headers, and insulation zones, all matched against British Columbia Building Code requirements.
CountBricks updates material prices daily from local suppliers, ensuring accurate and reliable cost estimates. Every cost line is traceable to a real quote stored in the platform.
Convert approved quotes to progress invoices with one click. The system calculates holdbacks compliant with BC’s Builders Lien Act and exports to your accounting software.
A CountBricks partner builder secured a tight infill lot on West 14th. Using voice estimates and AI takeoffs, the team produced a fixed-price contract in one afternoon. Near-real-time cost updates flagged framing lumber spikes early, allowing pre-purchase before prices rose again.
Vancouver's residential construction market leaves no room for error. CountBricks software helps contractors reduce estimating time by up to 80%, deliver competitive quotes, automate documentation, and focus on building relationships.
Visit CountBricks.com to explore advanced modules such as photovoltaic system takeoffs, Net-Zero ready wall assemblies, and multi-unit scheduling tools tailored for Vancouver’s residential boom.
CountBricks' Vancouver Residential Cost Index (VRCI) ensures reliable estimates with real-time data.
CountBricks flags material volatility and suggests contingency adjustments, helping contractors avoid overruns.
The CountBricks cloud workspace allows GCs to invite subcontractors to update scopes without exposing sensitive mark-ups.
After six months on the platform, contractors report a 35% higher bid win rate, 22% reduction in material waste, and 40% faster billing cycles.
