San Francisco’s coastal winds may be legendary, but when a Pacific storm system hits, glass curtain walls and balcony doors become the most fragile points of any condominium tower. A professionally planned Hi-rise Storm Protection Install keeps residents safe, lowers insurance premiums, and preserves property values. CountBricks combines decades of field expertise with real-time AI estimation to deliver bullet-proof solutions for every floor in your building.
• Windborne debris striking windows at 100+ mph
• Sudden barometric shifts blowing out unreinforced glass
• Water intrusion via frame joints that were never designed for hurricane-level rain volumes
These risks multiply as elevation increases. A panel that fails on the 20th floor becomes lethal to pedestrians below—making proactive protection not only prudent but legally essential for HOAs and property managers.
Traditional contractors rely on manual takeoffs and historical price books. CountBricks automates the heavy lifting with voice-driven AI estimation that references live materials data. While you walk the site with a mobile device, our platform records measurements, recognizes window types, and generates a guaranteed line-item estimate within minutes.
1. On-site voice walkthrough with CountBricks Capture
2. Instant cloud comparison against code wind-load tables
3. AI blueprint takeoff confirms opening dimensions
4. Real-time materials pricing locates in-stock laminated glass, aluminum extrusions, anchors, and sealants
5. Certified installation crew schedule auto-populates based on labor availability and weather forecasts
6. Digital quote and contract issued for e-signature within an hour
CountBricks tailors assemblies to your tower’s architecture:
• Laminated impact-rated window retrofits that fit existing mullions
• Removable polycarbonate panels for seasonal protection and unobstructed views the rest of the year
• Accordion metal shutters for balconies prone to wind tunneling
• Edge-anchored curtain wall overlays for full-height glass façades
• 45 % average reduction in glass breakage claims (based on CountBricks project data)
• Up to 15 % insurance premium discounts for compliant installs
• Noise reduction of 20-35 dB—a welcome side effect for urban residents
• Energy savings from improved thermal tightness
San Francisco’s Building Code Chapter 35.1 requires wind load calculations for fenestration above 60 ft. CountBricks embeds the latest code tables directly into our estimating engine, flagging any non-conforming aperture in real time. Our permit team prepares stamped engineering drawings and submits them via the city’s digital portal—so your HOA board spends zero hours chasing paperwork.
• Review governing documents for alteration approval thresholds before calling a vote
• Bundle units per floor to maximize economies of scale on crane mobilization
• Schedule installations during shoulder seasons to avoid premium labor rates
• Request CountBricks thermal modeling to quantify energy rebates
• Use our Occupant Notification template to keep residents informed and minimize access delays
Material volatility can derail even the best capital plan. CountBricks locks pricing for 30 days by syncing with multiple regional suppliers every 15 minutes. If aluminum extrusions spike overnight, our system offers equal-strength composites or alternate finishes—so your board decides, not the market.
1. Impact glass panels: $890,000
2. Custom extrusions and anchors: $230,000
3. Labor & equipment including swing stages: $510,000
4. Permit, engineering, inspections: $36,000
5. Contingency & cleanup: $42,000
Total CountBricks Guaranteed Max Price: $1,708,000
Our crews are certified in rope-access, swing-stage, and mast-climber operations. Each shift begins with a digital JHA (Job Hazard Analysis) logged in the CountBricks Field App. QR-coded panels ensure the right unit reaches the right opening, eliminating mis-fits that stall traditional jobs.
• Negative-pressure encapsulation minimizes interior dust
• Evening sealant cures allow residents to close windows overnight
• Dedicated CountBricks concierge line answers unit-specific questions in real time
After installation, owners receive a cloud-based warranty binder at CountBricks.com/portfolio, including photo documentation, maintenance schedules, and recertification reminders. Our 10-year workmanship warranty leads the local industry.
Ready to fortify your tower? Visit CountBricks.com/services or book a free voice-guided walkthrough today. Your residents—and your budget—will thank you when the next storm rolls in.
When the 22-story Pacific View Towers HOA discovered escalating insurance deductibles after a series of window failures, they contacted CountBricks for a comprehensive Hi-rise Storm Protection Install. Using our AI blueprint takeoff, we mapped 248 unique window openings in under four hours and produced a guaranteed price that came in 12 % below the board’s reserve allocation.
• Crane-free rope-access method saved $68,000 in equipment rentals
• Installation average of 14 openings per day cut schedule by three weeks
• Real-time resident text alerts reduced access delays to under 2 %
1. Zero pane failures during the next Category-3 storm simulation
2. Verified energy savings of 11 % across common area HVAC loads
3. Insurance premium reduction of $94,000 annually
• Voice-driven data capture eliminates transcription errors
• Live material feeds prevent unpleasant change-order surprises
• Integrated permit submission accelerates municipal approvals by 27 % on average
1. Schedule a 30-minute discovery call at CountBricks.com/consultation
2. Upload existing blueprints or let our team scan your archive
3. Approve your digital quote and lock pricing for 30 days
With CountBricks, a safer skyline is only a conversation away.
