From Nob Hill to the Sunset, San Francisco homeowners are swapping clunky manual garage doors for smooth, app-controlled systems. Yet the journey from idea to final inspection can be tricky: historic districts, tight driveways, micro-climates, and strict permitting all play a role. CountBricks streamlines every step. Our AI-driven estimating software captures real-time labor rates, material pricing, and local code requirements while you describe your project in your own words. In minutes you have an accurate proposal—no spreadsheets, no guesswork.
• Open or close your garage from anywhere with a smartphone
• Rolling-code encryption thwarts out-dated clicker hacks
• Battery backup keeps the door moving during the next PG&E outage
• Fast open/close cycles clear narrow SF streets quickly
• Integrated motion sensors stop the door when delivery bikes zip by
• Zillow studies link modern garage systems to higher resale values
• Sleek door profiles complement the city’s eclectic architecture
1. Voice Capture: Speak with our AI estimator on your phone; describe dimensions, style, and any special constraints.
2. Instant Takeoff: CountBricks pulls municipal GIS data and your photos to create a digital takeoff—no site visit required for the first pass.
3. Real-Time Pricing: Our engine matches your specs to current Bay Area labor and material rates, generating a line-item estimate in seconds.
4. Permit Prep: A project coordinator reviews SFDBI requirements and prepares documentation for over-the-counter approval.
5. Installation & Inspection: Certified technicians arrive with pre-cut tracks, smart openers, and matching trim. Same-day install is the norm for 1-door garages.
6. Closeout & Invoice: Sign off digitally; CountBricks produces a final invoice that syncs with your preferred accounting platform.
Live Material Feeds — CountBricks AI taps directly into supplier APIs in South San Francisco and Daly City, updating steel, composite, and insulation prices hourly.
Historical Labor Benchmarks — The platform compares your project against thousands of local installs to predict crew hours within ±3% accuracy.
Code Intelligence — If your home lies in an SF liquefaction zone or under HOA aesthetic rules, our algorithm flags special anchors or facade treatments instantly.
• Door Material: Aluminum/glass panels can run 35% higher than stamped steel but resist salty fog better.
• Opener Technology: DC motors with MyQ Wi-Fi add roughly $250 over chain-drive basics.
• Structural Upgrades: Joist sistering in 1900s carriage houses may add 4-6 labor hours.
• Permit Fees: Expect $240-$320 in most districts, captured automatically in your CountBricks estimate.
• Initial AI Estimate: 5 minutes
• Site Verification & Permit Filing: 2-3 business days
• On-Site Installation: 4-6 hours for standard single doors, 6-8 hours for oversized or tandem setups
• Final Inspection & Client Sign-Off: Same day or next morning depending on city inspector schedules
• Lubricate torsion springs every six months with white lithium grease
• Test auto-reverse monthly using a 2x4 under the door edge
• Check Wi-Fi signal strength—mesh extenders prevent app lag in multi-story Victorians
• Schedule an annual tune-up via CountBricks.com/services for firmware updates and balance adjustments
• AI Precision: Estimates adjust in real time to volatile Bay Area pricing
• Voice-First Simplicity: Talk, don’t type—perfect while standing in your driveway
• End-to-End Service: From engineered drawings to paint touch-ups, one contract covers all
• Transparent Documentation: Download stamped PDFs anytime at CountBricks.com/portfolio
• Local Expertise: Crews live in the city and know its micro-regulations inside out
Start a voice session now or request a callback at CountBricks.com/consultation. Our AI will have your personalized, line-item quote ready before you finish your coffee.
A 1905 carriage house off Union Street needed modern functionality without sacrificing its Craftsman charm. The homeowner contacted CountBricks via our voice app, simply stating, “Replace my swing-out doors with something automatic but keep the wood look.” Within seven minutes, the platform produced a detailed estimate referencing:
• A cedar-faced, insulated sectional door with custom arch top
• A 1¼-HP belt-drive opener rated for heavy solid-wood panels
• Discrete jamb reinforcement to avoid altering historic siding
• Permit line items reflecting the property’s Conservation District status
1. Digital Takeoff Accuracy: Laser-scanned dimensions matched AI projections within ⅛ inch, eliminating costly re-cuts.
2. One-Day Install: Prefabrication of trim kits in the CountBricks workshop cut on-site noise to under four hours—critical for tight Cow Hollow streets.
3. Seamless Aesthetics: Post-installation, our crew applied a custom stain blend to match 117-year-old siding, satisfying HOA review on the first pass.
• 28% reduction in total project time compared to traditional bids
• 96% opener noise reduction, verified with a decibel meter
• App-based access allowed package deliveries while the owner was abroad
• Opt for insulated doors; the Marina’s cool fog can cause uninsulated panels to sweat and warp.
• Schedule installations mid-week to secure faster city inspections.
• Bundle a smart camera upgrade—CountBricks AI can include wiring runs in your initial estimate for minimal additional cost.
Ready to see your own numbers? Start a voice session or upload your blueprints at CountBricks.com/services. Experience the city’s most accurate, hassle-free path to an automatic garage door SF homeowners trust.
