Stacked stone veneer—often shortened in local searches to “sf veneer”—has become one of the fastest-growing exterior and interior upgrades in Bay Area residential construction. It delivers the high-end look of full-depth stone without the weight, structural changes, or timeline headaches. From Mission revival façades to modern rooftop patios, CountBricks clients are leveraging veneer to elevate curb appeal and resale value while staying on budget.
Homeowners typing “sf veneer” typically want three things:
• A cost estimate they can trust in an expensive market
• Materials that withstand coastal moisture and seismic movement
• A contractor who can move fast and document every penny
CountBricks was built to answer all three. Our AI-powered platform captures measurements through live voice conversation, pulls realtime Bay Area material rates, and produces permit-ready estimates in minutes. No spreadsheets. No surprises.
1. Discovery Call – A CountBricks estimator joins you on a phone or video chat. While you describe the project, our software converts your words into a digital takeoff and starts building a line-item budget.
2. On-Site Scan – We arrive with LiDAR-enabled devices to verify dimensions, note substrate conditions, and photograph tie-in points for flashing. All data syncs to your CountBricks project portal.
3. Instant Options – Within the same visit you receive three pricing tiers: baseline veneer, mid-grade blend, and premium quarried stone. Labor, trim accessories, and waste factors are transparently shown.
4. E-Signature and Scheduling – Accept the quote right in the portal. Crews, inspections, and deliveries are auto-scheduled, and you receive a Gantt chart you can share with neighbors or your HOA.
The Bay Area packs multiple climate zones into a forty-mile radius. Sunset fog differs from Bernal Heights sun, and CountBricks specifies veneer products accordingly.
• Polymer-bonded veneer for windward coastal façades
• Lightweight concrete veneer with fiber reinforcement for seismic flexibility
• UV-stable colorfast pigments to prevent fading on south-facing walls
Each recommendation includes a QR code that links to the manufacturer’s datasheet inside your CountBricks.com portal.
Material
CountBricks tracks live wholesale pricing from regional yards, factoring in pallet minimums, corner pieces, and metal lath. You see the same numbers we see—updated daily.
Labor
Our database benchmarks production at 110–150 SF per mason per day, adjusted for scaffold height and demolition requirements. Payroll taxes, insurance, and union fringes are itemized so there are no mystery multipliers.
Accessories
Flashing, weather-resistive barrier, expansion joints, grout color packs, and sealer live in their own cost center. Swap a product and the bid refreshes instantly.
Contingency
San Francisco’s older housing stock hides surprises. We show a standard 7 % contingency and let you toggle it higher or lower. Any unused balance is refunded.
• DBI (Department of Building Inspection) submittal sets generated directly from CountBricks takeoffs
• Automatic Title 24 energy calcs when veneer is paired with exterior insulation
• Earthquake anchorage details pre-checked against current CBC amendments
1. Remove existing cladding down to sheathing and inspect for dry rot
2. Install double-layer WRB with shingled laps and integrated window flashings
3. Fasten 2.5 lb metal lath with stainless screws at 6” o.c. field, 4” o.c. edges
4. Apply scratch coat, score horizontally, cure 24 hours
5. Set veneer with Type S mortar, maintaining 3/8” joints
6. Tool joints once thumbprint hard, clean with soft brush—no acid
7. Seal and perform final punch with owner walkthrough
• Ask for a mock-up panel—CountBricks will build one at minimal cost so you can see lighting effects
• Coordinate gutters early; veneer thickness can shift downspout alignment
• Plan electrical penetrations before lath goes up to avoid core drilling later
• Choose floating shelves or fixtures rated for thin veneer substrates
• Schedule pressure washing annually; avoid harsh chemicals that void warranties
Speed – Voice-to-estimate technology turns a 2-week wait into a 2-hour deliverable.
Accuracy – Live material feeds remove the 10-15 % price creep typical in volatile cement markets.
Clarity – Line-item visibility builds trust with lenders and HOA boards.
Integration – Every estimate converts to a contract, schedule, and payment draw without re-entry.
Ready to give your property the timeless look of stone without the weight? Visit CountBricks.com/services to book a free sf veneer consultation, or browse completed façades in our portfolio at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
A 1906 two-story Victorian needed a façade facelift without violating historical guidelines. The homeowner chose a charcoal ledgestone sf veneer to contrast pastel siding. CountBricks completed the project in 18 working days—four ahead of schedule.
• 640 SF of veneer installed
• 3 crew members at peak
• Zero change orders—estimate matched final invoice to the dollar
1. Real-time Pricing – Material costs rose 6 % during the build. Because CountBricks locks rates at contract signing, the client paid the lower original amount.
2. Integrated Scheduling – Our platform auto-synced scaffold delivery and inspection windows, minimizing downtime in a tight street-parking neighborhood.
3. Seamless Communication – The client tracked progress photos, daily logs, and inspection sign-offs in the CountBricks.com portal, eliminating back-and-forth emails.
• Order 5 % extra corners: Bay Area Victorians have more angles than modern homes, increasing waste factors.
• Pre-paint adjacent trim: Stacked stone ties cleanly into fresh paint lines, reducing masking time later.
• Combine Projects: The homeowner added an interior fireplace accent wall using leftover veneer, saving disposal fees and giving the living room a cohesive look.
If you’re picturing how sf veneer could modernize your own exterior—or warm up an indoor focal wall—CountBricks is ready. Get an instant voice-driven estimate today at CountBricks.com/consultation and see why our data-backed process makes stone simple.
