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Cal Coast Hardscape & Irrigation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bradley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alex and his team were finally the answer to my struggles! I cannot stress or overstate how professional, yet personable!!, Alex and his guys are! I am getting on in age, now 60, and suddenly I could not 'hop up" on my retaining wall to get into the flower bed anymore! I had brought Alex out for estimates and meet and greet for 3 or more projects we have in mind. I HAVE to get estimates first and then budget it in to my current spending budget and Alex was very gracious and accommodating to help me, not only get the free estimates, but spent much time with me, coming back on multiple occasions to just plan and come up with a number of solutions for each idea I had for each section of landscape!!! He realized, that my husband now working out of state was leaving me pretty alone to deal with this and he stepped up as a professional and as a person to help me! We started with stairs leading up the retaining wall so I could get up there without hurting myself and he made them nice an"
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Stump Removal
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall

+9

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Pro Movers
5.0(
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Serving Bradley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job went great! Ishmael and his co-worker Jarnel literally carried our upright piano from its current spot, up two stairs, and down two stairs to it's new spot. Each time they put the piano down, they did it gently and with great care. No bumping or dropping! Would definitely hire them again for any heavy lifting."
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Moving Companies Project
Moving Companies Project
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Additional Photos

+104

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Aegis Cleaning Services
4.1(
501
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Serving Bradley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He did a very good job.  Be prepared for all of the extra's they will ask for beyond the initial deal.  I will say we have a lot more airflow going through our heater now and the dryer really needed it.  We had two cancellations before they came on the last time.
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Air Duct Cleaning
Jeff & Kristin Waters
Housekeeping & Window Cleaning
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mejia's All In Construction
4.6(
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Serving Bradley, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Robert and his partner did an absolutely amazing job on our new fence. This was not an easy project, and they handled it with professional and in a very timely manner. We are beyond pleased with the outcome of the project."
Custom deck
Handymen Project
Fencing Project
Fencing Project
Custom deck

+213

Response time3 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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WorkWithMeNotAgainstMe
4.8(
9
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Serving Bradley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"These guys were great!! We had a delivery of a massive new front, all in one piece, very heavy. They handled it of total care and stored it in our garage with all the very long trim pieces for installation next day. Kind of an unusual item to deliver so was concerned about the glass, scratching, damage. Again, 5-star handling and very pleased!!"
Delivery
Delivery Service Project
Handymen Project
Moving Companies Project
Moving Companies Project

+15

Recommended by80%of homeowners
Superior Paving Systems
3.7(
9
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Serving Bradley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

"They did the job, but they didn't do it to my expectation. I was watching the way they worked and it seemed like there was communication trouble between the laborers and the owner of the company. The owner would give a different instruction from the one I gave and the workers would do something different. I told the foreman what I needed done and how I needed it done so that he could relay it to the laborers who didn't speak English at all. They didn't clean up as well as I expected them to clean up. I was generally happy with their work, but I was unhappy with how the work turned out. It was a communication problem but other than that, they were nice guys."
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Cal Coast Hardscape & Irrigation, LLC
3.7(
3
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Serving Bradley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are so happy and grateful for Alex and his team. Alex took our overgrown backyard and fixed our drainage issues from the backyard and regraded and transformed our front yard into a beautiful water friendly and easy to maintain space. Alex is truly an artist when it comes to creating outdoor living spaces. He listened to our ideas and concerns and always help us to feel at ease. I recommend Alex and his team to anyone looking to redo or update their outdoor spaces. Thank you Cal Coast Hardscape and Irrigation for this amazing upgrade to our front and backyard. From the paving, to retaining wall repair, fence repair, complete underground drainage, gutter downspout repair, front and rear yard grading, leach field install, swale and install of a sump pump; I'm confident Alex can do anything."
Response time11 hrs
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Bradley, CA

Seeding costs less up front, but you’ll wait months—and sometimes a full season—for the grass to fill in. Sod costs more per square foot, yet it gives you an instant, usable lawn the day it’s installed and needs far less care during the first year. 

If speed and early curb appeal matter, the higher sod price is often worth it; if you’re watching every dollar and don’t mind the wait, seed can still be a smart play.

Start by sketching your lawn and breaking it into rectangles or circles. Measure each section, multiply length by width, and then add all the sections together for the total square footage. Standard sod rolls are two feet by 1.5 feet, and one pallet covers 450 square feet. 

Divide your total area by 450 to see how many pallets you need, then round up—extras come in handy for cutting around curves or mistakes. Still unsure? A local sod supplier or installer can confirm your math before you order.

Most sod grips the soil within 10 to 14 days. During that stretch, keep foot traffic to a minimum and mow only if the grass gets tall. After two weeks, the roots should be strong enough for light use, but wait six weeks before heavy play or frequent mowing. Giving the grass that short honeymoon helps it anchor firmly and sets the stage for a durable, healthy lawn.

Give your new lawn two full weeks before any foot traffic, then stick to light use only. Hold off on vigorous play, parties, or regular mowing until the six-week mark so the roots can dig deep. Keep watering on schedule and watch for any dry patches. A little patience now means stronger turf and fewer repairs later.

Keep an eye on color, moisture, and even growth. Fresh sod should stay uniformly green; brown spots or gaps hint at dry soil or poor contact. Water deeply at least once a day for the first week (more in hot weather) and back off gradually after the roots take. Avoid heavy foot traffic until the grass feels firmly anchored. Quick attention to trouble spots now prevents costly patches later.

Aim for spring or early fall when daytime temps hover between 55°F and 80°F. Mild weather and consistent moisture help the roots knit quickly. Laying sod in midsummer can stress the grass, while frozen winter soil blocks rooting altogether. 

If you must install outside the ideal window, budget extra time for watering and tending to the turf. Choosing the right season makes the job easier and the lawn tougher.

The Bradley, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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