In San Jose, lawn aeration is essential due to clay-heavy soils and strict water ordinances. Accurate quoting is crucial for contractors. Core aeration costs range from $180 to $230 for up to 4,000 sq ft, and $230 to $320 for 4,000-8,000 sq ft. Bundles with overseeding can cost $310 to $380. CountBricks provides real-time estimates using AI to convert site walk-throughs into structured scopes, ensuring precise pricing and increased profitability.
Lawn aeration involves removing soil plugs to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach grassroots. In South Bay neighborhoods, routine aeration can significantly enhance curb appeal and property value, making it a popular service among remodelers and contractors.
• Property size: Most lots are 4,000-8,000 sq ft.
• Access: Narrow yards may require walk-behind equipment.
• Soil conditions: Clay content affects aeration passes.
• Seasonal demand: Spring and fall increase labor costs.
• Add-ons: Overseeding and compost top-dressing are common.
1. Start a voice session with the CountBricks app.
2. Describe lawn dimensions and obstacles.
3. Mention desired extras like overseeding.
4. AI tags details, references local cost data, and calculates production rates.
5. Receive a detailed breakdown including crew hours and materials.
• Core aeration only, ≤4,000 sq ft: $180 – $230
• Core aeration, 4,000-8,000 sq ft: $230 – $320
• Aeration + overseed bundle, ≤4,000 sq ft: $310 – $380
• Aeration + compost top-dress, 4,000-8,000 sq ft: $450 – $560
All ranges are updated monthly using live supplier feeds and prevailing wage data.
Traditional bids can hide costs like machine rentals or overtime. CountBricks itemizes each cost driver, allowing adjustments for crew size and equipment choice, ensuring profitability.
Contractors can upsell aeration during projects like patio remodels or ADU builds. CountBricks supports multi-phase takeoffs, aligning aeration tasks with project milestones.
• Time marketing for late February to meet demand spikes.
• Offer drought-resilient seed blends.
• Include utility marking in the scope to avoid fines.
• Use before-and-after drone shots in proposals.
Complete the job, speak final quantities, and generate an invoice with CountBricks. This streamlines payment and improves cash flow.
A landscaping team upgraded a 6,500 sq ft lot in Willow Glen using CountBricks. The project included hardscape paths, smart irrigation, and lawn aeration.
• Narrow 34 in side gate limited machine size.
• Uneven grade required double aeration passes.
• Homeowner requested drought-tolerant overseed blend.
1. Recommended a 19-in walk-behind aerator.
2. Calculated additional pass time, adding $82 to labor.
3. Suggested a fescue/rye mix aligned with water ordinances.
• Proposal delivered 11 minutes after survey.
• Gross margin held at 38%, higher than average.
• Homeowner left a five-star review for transparency and speed.
• Capture constraints with real-time voice.
• Let CountBricks select equipment based on site conditions.
• Keep margins healthy by itemizing extra passes.
