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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
20
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Serving Danville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent light installation project very responsive, honest, personable, and responsible. Over qualified for our job but took it on and completed promptly. Satisfied in all ways. Price Quote very reasonable."
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
4.7(
46
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Serving Danville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ken did a great job installing a replacement irrigation system. Being on a hillside, our landscape area is small but a bit challenging and required replacement of an old system that was pretty much defunct. Ken came out on a Saturday, gave us great recommendations on how to handle the situation and was back with a reasonable quote in a few days. He scheduled the work for the following week and completed everything promptly and efficiently. And on top of everything, he was personable and easy to work with."
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+5

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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HD Landscaping
5.0(
12
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Serving Danville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"HD Landscaping did an amazing job on our front and backyard project. What started as new sprinklers and sod evolved into a beautifully executed hardscape transformation. Mr. Hoang was incredibly flexible and patient with our last-minute changes. Mid-project, we decided to extend our planter boxes and add lighting for a warmer, more welcoming feel. Even when we changed the planter box height and requested a different type of sod after the initial batch was delivered, Mr. Hoang remained calm and professional throughout. Their top-tier craftsmanship really shined on the planter boxes—their attention to detail on the complex curve was fantastic. HD Landscaping completely transformed our home. I cannot recommend Mr. Hoang and his team enough!"
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carrillo Landscape
4.1(
44
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Serving Danville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Designed and installed large landscaping project at a church. Including walkways, sod, plants, bark, and a Bocce Ball Court. Project was 5000+ square feet. Beautifully done...!"
Pavers installation
Pavers installation
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Santana Landscaping & Maintenance, Inc.
4.8(
11
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Serving Danville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We needed to replace a 25-foot section of fence in the back yard and rain was in the forecast. Eusebio (Nacho) Santana and his son came out immediately to provide an estimate and returned the next day, Sunday, to install the fencing. Nacho also installed 2 new water sprinkler timer units for a very reasonable price. We highly recommend Santana Landscaping and would definitely use them again."
Hill rebarck
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Crest Landscape
5.0(
5
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Serving Danville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easily my best experience with construction projects! I have an old house that has some suboptimal drainage system: some gutter downspouts directly pour onto the ground next to the foundation walls, and some downspouts are connected with an underground pipe system that does not drain very well. Josue and his team provided a very thoughtful plan with every detail in the contract, and swiftly finished the whole project in less than 2 weeks. The whole job includes quite some digging to implement 2 underground water pipe systems that navigate all the way to 30ft away from the house, plus additional gutter downspout installation. Besides, Josue assured 100% customer satisfaction: he is super active during the whole process, almost visiting the site himself everyday, and answered every single of my questions"
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Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Danville, 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 Danville, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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