The South Bay’s mild winters can fool new homeowners into thinking any old heater will do. Yet energy codes, fluctuating utility rates, and the rising cost of materials make professional, data-driven installation critical. CountBricks combines on-site expertise with AI-powered estimating to deliver the right system, at the right price, every time. When you say “Hey CountBricks, let’s replace my furnace,” our voice-enabled app listens, calculates real-time costs, and produces a fully itemized proposal before your coffee cools.
• San Jose’s average winter lows hover around 42°F, demanding mid-range BTU output rather than the high-BTU units used in snow country.
• California Title 24 energy standards require minimum Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) ratings; CountBricks sources equipment that meets or exceeds 90 AFUE.
• Utility rebates shift each quarter; our software updates rebate amounts in real time to keep your out-of-pocket cost as low as possible.
• The City of San José mandates mechanical permits for any furnace replacement above 100,000 BTU.
• CountBricks files digital permit packets directly with the city’s ePERMIT Center, streamlining approvals and ensuring inspections pass the first time.
1. Our technician completes a Manual J heat load via tablet.
2. Results sync to CountBricks.com/services and populate your material list automatically.
3. You receive a voice summary and downloadable PDF within minutes.
1. Voice Consultation: Speak with our estimator through the CountBricks mobile app or on-site smart speaker. Describe square footage, existing ductwork, and comfort issues.
2. Instant AI Estimate: The platform cross-references local material prices, labor rates, and current rebates to create a detailed line-item estimate.
3. Digital Approval: Review scope, warranty options, and project timeline on your phone. Approve with one tap; financing is available through CountBricks.com/financing.
4. Permit & Procurement: While permits are processed, our supply chain engine reserves the furnace model, fittings, and sheet metal at partner distributors.
5. Installation Day: A certified crew arrives with QR-coded material lists that sync to the project file when scanned, guaranteeing nothing is missed.
6. Inspection & Handoff: After city sign-off, you receive a personalized maintenance schedule pushed to your CountBricks dashboard.
• Equipment 55-60%: Furnace, smart thermostat, filter rack, and seismic bracing.
• Labor 25-30%: Removal, sheet-metal fabrication, gas line reconnection, and commissioning.
• Permits & Fees 5-7%: City permit, Title 24 documentation, and inspection scheduling.
• Contingency 5%: Unexpected duct repairs or code upgrades.
Because CountBricks pulls live pricing, you never pay extra “just in case” markups. Any unused contingency is credited back on the final invoice generated automatically in the app.
• Older Eichler crawlspaces barely clear 24 inches. We specify compact, high-static furnaces and custom plenums fabricated at our San Jose sheet-metal shop.
• Up to 30% of heated air can escape through leaks. Our crews perform duct blaster tests and include sealing in every estimate, not as an upsell.
• National equipment backlogs add weeks to conventional timelines. CountBricks secures allocation in advance through predictive demand algorithms tied to Bay Area permit data.
Most replacements finish in one day. Homes needing duct upgrades may take two. The CountBricks app shows a live countdown so you always know what’s next.
Absolutely. We future-proof gas line and electrical pathways, making heat-pump conversion simple. Ask about our dual-fuel options in the estimate.
Yes. Subscribe through CountBricks.com/services for bi-annual tune-ups, priority scheduling, and extended warranty coverage.
Transparent Pricing: Real-time material feeds remove guesswork.
Speed: Voice-driven estimates in minutes, not days.
Accuracy: AI blueprint takeoffs eliminate human math errors.
Accountability: Cloud-based project logs track every task and timestamp.
Peace of Mind: We back installations with a 10-year workmanship warranty filed directly in your CountBricks portal.
Ready to upgrade comfort and cut utility costs? Tap “Start Estimate” in the CountBricks app or visit CountBricks.com/consultation. A certified tech can be at your doorstep—tool-ready and tablet-in-hand—within 24 hours.
In early December, the Chen family’s 1968 ranch home in Willow Glen experienced frequent shutdowns of a 30-year-old furnace. They opened the CountBricks app, described the square footage, and requested an estimate using simple voice commands.
1. AI Estimating Magic: The app produced a 14-line estimate in under three minutes, complete with labor hours, live material pricing, and an instant PG&E rebate.
2. Same-Day Approval: Mrs. Chen e-signed the proposal at 10:15 a.m.; permits were auto-submitted by 10:30 a.m.
3. One-Day Install: A CountBricks crew replaced the furnace, sealed ducts, and programmed a new Wi-Fi thermostat—all within eight hours.
4. Verified Savings: Post-commissioning tests showed a 22% efficiency gain, cutting projected winter gas bills by $240.
• Replace before failure: Off-season installs (March–October) often qualify for supplier discounts the CountBricks platform detects automatically.
• Combine projects: Pairing furnace work with attic insulation upgrades can unlock extra utility incentives processed through CountBricks.com/services.
• Monitor performance: Our free dashboard tracks runtime and filter life, sending push notifications when maintenance is due.
Live Supplier Feeds: The software pulls hourly pricing from Bay Area distributors, preventing surprise markups.
Dynamic Labor Rates: We adjust staffing models based on regional wage data, ensuring competitive yet fair pricing.
Contingency Guardrails: Algorithms flag cost overruns instantly, so change orders are approved—not discovered after the fact.
Schedule your furnace installation San Jose homeowners rely on by visiting CountBricks.com/consultation or simply saying, “Hey CountBricks, book my install.” Experience the future of residential construction—precise, transparent, and powered by CountBricks.
