Whether you are breaking ground on a new custom home or revitalizing a mid-century remodel, the health of the soil under every blade of grass impacts curb appeal and long-term property value. Core aeration—removing plugs of soil to relieve compaction—may look like a small task on a master schedule, yet its price can swing widely. CountBricks delivers real-time, voice-activated estimates so builders and homeowners know the exact core aeration cost before the first machine rolls across the lawn.
• Enhances root growth, allowing new sod or seed to establish faster
• Improves drainage around foundations and hardscapes, reducing water damage risk
• Increases nutrient uptake, lowering fertilizer spend over the life of the landscape
• Boosts overall aesthetics—critical for appraisals and buyer impressions
1. Lawn square footage: Most providers charge per 1,000 sq ft, so accurate measurement is essential.
2. Soil compaction level: Clay-heavy soil often needs multiple passes, adding labor and machine wear.
3. Terrain accessibility: Narrow gates or steep slopes may require walk-behind aerators instead of ride-on units.
4. Seasonal demand: Core aeration peaks in early spring and fall, when pricing can rise 10-15 %.
5. Debris cleanup: Hauling and disposal of plugs is sometimes a hidden line item.
Small lawn (under 5,000 sq ft)
• Walk-behind aerator with single pass • Typical price: $75–$120
Mid-size lawn (5,000–10,000 sq ft)
• Ride-on aerator or dual passes • Typical price: $120–$200
Large estate lawn (10,000–20,000 sq ft)
• Combination equipment • Typical price: $200–$400
Builders coordinating multiple lots in a subdivision can negotiate volume discounts when all aerations occur on the same mobilization.
Voice-First Data Capture
Say the word and CountBricks records lawn dimensions, slope notes, and soil type while you walk the site. No clipboards, no rework.
AI Material & Task Engine
The CountBricks database references regional labor rates, aerator rental fees, fuel surcharges, and plug cleanup disposal costs in real time.
Blueprint & Satellite Takeoffs
Upload a subdivision CAD file or drop a pin on the property boundary. Our AI traces turf areas to the inch, ensuring square footage accuracy for the final core aeration cost.
Instant Change Orders
Need a second pass or add topdressing? Update the instruction by voice, and your estimate, schedule, and invoice refresh in seconds.
• Manual tape measure: 45 min per lot • CountBricks satellite takeoff: 2 min
• Spreadsheet lookup tables: Prone to outdated rental rates • CountBricks API: Realtime rental and labor updates
• Hand-typed invoices: Risk of transposed numbers • CountBricks one-click invoice: Zero duplication
• Bundle services: Schedule aeration alongside overseeding and fertilization to share mobilization fees.
• Choose off-peak months: In warm regions, late winter aeration can cost 10 % less than spring prime time.
• Specify plug depth: A 2.5-inch core often suffices for newly built lawns, saving machine wear charges.
• Provide clear access: Remove temporary fencing so crews can use larger, faster aerators.
• Lock in annual contracts: CountBricks clients who pre-book yearly aeration receive fixed pricing despite fuel fluctuations.
A two-lot infill project in Rochester, NY required post-construction turf restoration. Using CountBricks.com/services, the builder captured 6,800 sq ft per lot through blueprint upload. The AI engine applied local labor at $42/hr and rental rates at $0.08/sq ft. Total core aeration cost finalized at $168 per lot, 14 % under the initial budget. The homeowner association approved the quote generated by CountBricks in under five minutes.
1. Create a free account at CountBricks.com.
2. Use voice commands or upload site plans to outline turf zones.
3. Review the instant core aeration cost breakdown—labor, equipment, cleanup, and markup are pre-calculated.
4. Convert the estimate to a branded PDF quote with one click.
5. Schedule the work or share the document with your homeowner client for e-signature.
Accurate numbers, zero surprises—that’s the CountBricks promise for every square foot of green on your next residential build.
Core aeration rarely stands alone. Seed, sod, irrigation, and final grading often ride the same schedule. Traditional workflows force supers and landscapers to juggle separate bids, but CountBricks combines every outdoor task into one dynamic estimate so project managers see total landscape spend in real time.
• Overseeding: Regional seed blends auto-populate with current supplier pricing
• Starter fertilizer: AI calculates coverage rates based on the aerated square footage
• Topsoil import: Moisture content and haul distance adjust trucking costs automatically
• Smart-zone irrigation: Voice prompts add trench length, valve count, and controller specs to the estimate
The Maple Ridge build featured 12,500 sq ft of heavy-clay soil. CountBricks generated a full landscape package—core aeration, compost topdressing, hydroseed, and six-zone irrigation—in under ten minutes. The core aeration cost logged at $265, just 7 % of the total landscape budget, giving the GC confidence to green-light a premium fescue blend without exceeding allowances.
1. Select “Landscape Bundle” in the CountBricks project dashboard.
2. Answer voice prompts for turf area, slope, and irrigation coverage.
3. Review AI-driven pricing on-screen, auto-sorted by labor, materials, and equipment.
4. Convert the bundle into a milestone schedule—payments release as each task completes.
5. Sync with your accounting platform or download a branded PDF for client approval.
• Single-source accuracy: No conflicting bids or hidden fees
• Time savings: Reduce estimating time by up to 80 %
• Upsell potential: Show homeowners real cost impacts of premium upgrades instantly
When you control every lawn and landscape variable in one platform, you control project profitability. Start optimizing today at CountBricks.com/consultation.
