With 52 years of experience, Spectrum Pool and Landscape creates highly customized, design-driven outdoor environments—from initial sketches to final touches. Founder Chuck Archuletta personally designs and oversees every project, drawing on a lifetime of hands-on expertise to create spaces that are beautiful, livable, and built to last. Known for his elegant hand-drawn plans, Chuck designs with a refined sense of how people move, gather, and enjoy their space. Spectrum’s work includes pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, fire and water features, California rooms, lighting, decks, arbors, landscaping, turf, irrigation, drainage, concrete, walls, and more. Fully licensed in pool, landscape, and masonry work, Spectrum is based in Alamo, CA and backed by decades of happy clients. Chuck is on site regularly and known for his craftsmanship, integrity, and follow-through.
"I cannot say enough about Spectrum Pool & Lamdscape! John, our project manager, was amazing with creating our backyard Oasis. Chuck, owner of Spectrum Pool & Landscape, is extremely knowledgeable and very kind. This company stands behind their work. I am so thankful we found them! if we could give them more than 5 we would! We were so impressed with their work, we decided to have them also landscape our front yard as well!"
Donna T on February 2024
With 52 years of experience, Spectrum Pool and Landscape creates highly customized, design-driven outdoor environments—from initial sketches to final touches. Founder Chuck Archuletta personally designs and oversees every project, drawing on a lifetime of hands-on expertise to create spaces that are beautiful, livable, and built to last. Known for his elegant hand-drawn plans, Chuck designs with a refined sense of how people move, gather, and enjoy their space. Spectrum’s work includes pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, fire and water features, California rooms, lighting, decks, arbors, landscaping, turf, irrigation, drainage, concrete, walls, and more. Fully licensed in pool, landscape, and masonry work, Spectrum is based in Alamo, CA and backed by decades of happy clients. Chuck is on site regularly and known for his craftsmanship, integrity, and follow-through.
"I cannot say enough about Spectrum Pool & Lamdscape! John, our project manager, was amazing with creating our backyard Oasis. Chuck, owner of Spectrum Pool & Landscape, is extremely knowledgeable and very kind. This company stands behind their work. I am so thankful we found them! if we could give them more than 5 we would! We were so impressed with their work, we decided to have them also landscape our front yard as well!"
Donna T on February 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jordan was timely, professional, and thorough. I would recommend him to anyone."
Patrick H on May 2020
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Jordan was timely, professional, and thorough. I would recommend him to anyone."
Patrick H on May 2020
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Up to 1000lbs delivery available
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Up to 1000lbs delivery available
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general Contractor home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and being of service.
Were a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of general Contractor home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and being of service.
Here at Diverse Scape Pools & Spas we are a fully licensed and insured pool company. We do everything from new builds , remodels, repairs/service , all pool and spa related service. We pride ourselves on our craftsmanship and ability to get jobs running smoothly. Call now for a free quote.
"I would highly recommend Diverse Scape Pools & Spas. We hired Armando and his crew to replaster our swimming pool and install new tile and we are beyond happy with the result. He was honest and very diligent with communication from day one- always responding to texts and calls in a prompt time. Pricing was extremely fair. We never felt he was trying to overprice anything or sell something that wasnâ t needed. He is extremely knowledgeable in pools. His crew was always polite and did an amazing detailed job. Armando updated us on progress throughout the process and from beginning told us of possible scenarios due to age of pool and we very much appreciated his expertise. They were able to detect a leak and even repaired our steps. We are happy we found an excellent trustworthy company for our pool needs!"
Lety H on October 2024
Here at Diverse Scape Pools & Spas we are a fully licensed and insured pool company. We do everything from new builds , remodels, repairs/service , all pool and spa related service. We pride ourselves on our craftsmanship and ability to get jobs running smoothly. Call now for a free quote.
"I would highly recommend Diverse Scape Pools & Spas. We hired Armando and his crew to replaster our swimming pool and install new tile and we are beyond happy with the result. He was honest and very diligent with communication from day one- always responding to texts and calls in a prompt time. Pricing was extremely fair. We never felt he was trying to overprice anything or sell something that wasnâ t needed. He is extremely knowledgeable in pools. His crew was always polite and did an amazing detailed job. Armando updated us on progress throughout the process and from beginning told us of possible scenarios due to age of pool and we very much appreciated his expertise. They were able to detect a leak and even repaired our steps. We are happy we found an excellent trustworthy company for our pool needs!"
Lety H on October 2024
With over 15 years of industry experience, Camacho's Gardening, is a locally owned and operated leader in the industry. Specializing in residential and commercial lawn maintenance and handyman service, we guarantee our work and stand by our promise to provide quality service in the Bay Area. Call us today!
With over 15 years of industry experience, Camacho's Gardening, is a locally owned and operated leader in the industry. Specializing in residential and commercial lawn maintenance and handyman service, we guarantee our work and stand by our promise to provide quality service in the Bay Area. Call us today!
Oro's Landscaping and Tree Service is your number one landscaping and lawn care expert in Richmond! Our passion and experience shine through on every job, big or small. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and building long-lasting business relationships with our clients. Call today for a free estimate!
"Omar and his crew did so much and worked so hard. They cut down the brush on the huge hill behind the house, trimmed trees and shrubs, dug up the back yard, and more. I will call them again for future work."
Beth R on June 2020
Oro's Landscaping and Tree Service is your number one landscaping and lawn care expert in Richmond! Our passion and experience shine through on every job, big or small. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and building long-lasting business relationships with our clients. Call today for a free estimate!
"Omar and his crew did so much and worked so hard. They cut down the brush on the huge hill behind the house, trimmed trees and shrubs, dug up the back yard, and more. I will call them again for future work."
Beth R on June 2020
Earthwise Industries is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"James and his crew did a fantastic job designing and installing my backyard 2 years ago. I knew when it was time to do my front yard this year, I wanted James to do that as well. He listened to my ideas (make my yard look like Ohio in the Fall), good drainage, drought tolerant plants, attract hummingbirds, while sticking with my color selection, installing a split rail fence, I love my yard! I have had neighbors I don't know, from a block away, stop when driving by and I'm in my yard, and tell me how great it looks and they enjoyed watching the progress. His crew showed up when they said they would and each day of work, they cleaned up so the driveway was spotless. If I had another yard, I'd hire Earthwise Industries in a second! Even though the work is completed, as I've had questions come up about plant care, I reach out to James and he is quick to respond with instructions on what to do. I'm thrilled that a friend suggested I hire James a couple years ago, and I'm happy to always share my positive experience and results with others in hope that they do the same."
Laura M on December 2023
Earthwise Industries is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"James and his crew did a fantastic job designing and installing my backyard 2 years ago. I knew when it was time to do my front yard this year, I wanted James to do that as well. He listened to my ideas (make my yard look like Ohio in the Fall), good drainage, drought tolerant plants, attract hummingbirds, while sticking with my color selection, installing a split rail fence, I love my yard! I have had neighbors I don't know, from a block away, stop when driving by and I'm in my yard, and tell me how great it looks and they enjoyed watching the progress. His crew showed up when they said they would and each day of work, they cleaned up so the driveway was spotless. If I had another yard, I'd hire Earthwise Industries in a second! Even though the work is completed, as I've had questions come up about plant care, I reach out to James and he is quick to respond with instructions on what to do. I'm thrilled that a friend suggested I hire James a couple years ago, and I'm happy to always share my positive experience and results with others in hope that they do the same."
Laura M on December 2023
Handy Carpenters is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 10 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"These guys were great. Responded quickly, worked around my schedule and my wife’s schedule. They were very fast and the price was reasonable. As soon as they were done we started asking about other projects they could help with. Not only would I recommend, but I will be using again."
John S on November 2022
Handy Carpenters is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 10 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
"These guys were great. Responded quickly, worked around my schedule and my wife’s schedule. They were very fast and the price was reasonable. As soon as they were done we started asking about other projects they could help with. Not only would I recommend, but I will be using again."
John S on November 2022
Self-removal is practical only for boulders weighing approximately 100 pounds or less. This approach requires basic tools like shovels and wheelbarrows, plus disposal fees around $100 per ton. For heavier stones, the equipment rental costs (potentially $700 for larger projects needing both excavator and dumpster) combined with potential property damage risks often make professional services more economical overall.
The duration of professional boulder removal varies significantly based on size, quantity, and accessibility factors. Small projects might conclude within a couple of hours, while larger operations involving substantial boulders or difficult terrain can require a full workday. Most companies allocate time for assessment, equipment setup, the actual extraction process, and site cleanup. Many excavation companies bill minimum periods (typically eight hours) regardless of actual project duration.
The method for removing a boulder from a hole depends on the boulder's size and available tools. Smaller boulders might be pried out using levers (like rock bars) and by filling the hole with smaller rocks as you lift. Larger boulders may require breaking them down using tools like a rotary hammer and wedges, or in extreme cases, heavy machinery.