When the morning shower turns lukewarm, homeowners in Billings, MT know they need reliable help fast. CountBricks combines on-site expertise with AI-powered estimating to deliver water heater solutions that keep residential projects on time and on budget. From emergency replacements to new builds, our integrated platform and licensed technicians simplify every step.
Billings experiences significant seasonal shifts, and few systems feel the strain more than a home’s water heater. Frequent freeze-thaw cycles, hard water, and heavy household use push units past their limits. CountBricks analyzes thousands of local inputs—material pricing, labor availability, and regional code updates—to create a live estimate in minutes. The result: transparent pricing and zero surprises for homeowners and contractors alike.
1. Voice Capture: A CountBricks specialist walks the site with you, recording scope details hands-free using our mobile app.
2. Real-Time Takeoff: The AI engine converts your narration into a detailed task list, sourcing current material costs for Billings, MT.
3. Instant Proposal: Within moments you receive a branded, ready-to-sign quote that meets local permitting and efficiency standards.
4. Seamless Invoice: Upon approval, the same data auto-generates your project schedule and progressive billing through CountBricks.com/invoice.
• Conventional tank: Economical upfront, ideal for families with consistent demand.
• High-efficiency tank: Lower operating costs via better insulation and heat traps.
• Tankless: Endless hot water, minimal footprint, and energy savings up to 34%.
• Hybrid heat-pump: Uses ambient air to cut electric usage by as much as 60%—perfect for Billings basements.
1. Pre-site inspection (1 day): CountBricks verifies gas line sizing, venting paths, and electrical requirements.
2. Permit filing (1-2 business days): Our office submits digital paperwork directly to Billings Building Division.
3. Demolition and haul-away (half-day): Old tank drained, disconnected, and recycled.
4. New unit placement & hookups (4-6 hours): Water, gas, and power lines connected; expansion tank and seismic straps installed per code.
5. Startup & commissioning (1 hour): Temperature calibration, leak test, and homeowner training.
6. Final inspection (scheduled next-day): CountBricks coordinates with the city so you don’t have to.
Based on recent CountBricks.com estimates:
• Standard 50-gal gas tank: $1,240 – $1,650 installed
• 50-gal high-efficiency: $1,780 – $2,250 installed
• Whole-home tankless system: $2,450 – $3,600 installed
• 80-gal hybrid heat-pump: $2,950 – $3,900 installed
Prices include labor, venting kits, expansion tanks, and haul-away. Use our instant estimator at CountBricks.com/services for a custom figure.
• Flush your tank annually to prevent sediment buildup and maintain efficiency.
• Set thermostat to 120 °F—enough for comfort, yet gentle on components.
• Install a leak-detector shutoff valve; CountBricks technicians can integrate it during installation.
• Consider a water softener if you notice scale on fixtures—hard water shortens heater life.
• Schedule CountBricks’ spring checkup; our AI tracks service intervals and reminds you automatically.
Billings requires seismic bracing and, in many neighborhoods, back-draft testing. CountBricks field teams bring ICC-certified inspectors so compliance is verified before the city visit, preventing costly delays.
• Federal tax credit up to $600 on qualifying high-efficiency units
• Big Sky Energy rebates for heat-pump models (subject to annual funding)
• CountBricks rebate tracker submits paperwork on your behalf—just sign electronically via CountBricks.com/portal
• AI precision: Real-time material pricing beats static spreadsheets.
• Voice to quote: From walk-through to signed proposal in under 30 minutes.
• Integrated docs: Blueprints, permits, and invoices live in one cloud dashboard.
• Local mastery: Technicians trained on Montana code and high-altitude vent design.
• Transparent updates: Homeowners receive text alerts at each milestone.
Contact our Billings team today at CountBricks.com/consultation. Whether you need a same-day replacement or a full mechanical room redesign, CountBricks delivers clarity, speed, and craftsmanship backed by cutting-edge technology.
When the McAdams family’s 15-year-old 40-gallon heater failed, they called CountBricks for options. Within 20 minutes, our estimator captured the scope via smartphone voice notes. The AI engine flagged space constraints in the utility closet and recommended a high-output tankless unit.
• Same-day quote approved digitally at 3:42 PM
• Unit and vent kit sourced through CountBricks’ supplier network by 8 AM next morning
• Installation completed in 6 hours, freeing 9 square feet of floor space
• Post-install flow rate: 9.2 GPM—enough for two simultaneous showers
• Project came in 4% under the live estimate due to a material price drop automatically passed to the client
1. Data-Driven Sizing: CountBricks software analyzed the family’s usage history and selected a burner size that balanced performance with utility costs.
2. Digital Permitting: E-submission shaved two days off the city’s review timeline.
3. Predictive Maintenance: The installed unit now reports runtime hours to the CountBricks cloud, triggering service reminders before efficiency dips.
• Book a 15-minute discovery call at CountBricks.com/consultation.
• Upload photos of your current water heater; our AI pre-populates an estimate before our technician arrives.
• Review side-by-side cost scenarios—tank, tankless, or hybrid—complete with payback periods specific to Billings utility rates.
With CountBricks, upgrading a water heater is more than a purchase; it’s an informed investment in home comfort and long-term savings.
