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Avatar for M&J Prime Builders
M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
21
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, 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 time11 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vinny Landscaping
4.5(
59
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I wanted to transform my backyard and the first step in doing so was to install sod. I had contacted one other landscaper prior to this and it took him 2 weeks to reschedule a consultation and even longer to receive a quote. This did not give me much confidence that the job would be completed relatively soon. That's when I turned to Google and found Angi's list. Vinny responded within less than one hour. I met with him the next day. He provided a quote at the end of our consultation and began prepping the area within one week. He re-framed the area, removed the weeds, added top soil, installed sod, and trimmed the lemon tree all within one week of meeting him. I highly recommend Vinny for all of your landscaping needs."
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+101

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Hoang Landscaping
3.3(
131
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He started the next day. Within a week I had sod, irrigation, a garden and brick patio installed. He was amazing, fast and reasonably priced. I'm glad I went through Mr Hoang."
 Walkways
Landscape
 Steps to house
Patio
 Landscape

+133

Response time11 hrs
Response rate92%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for RARE EARTH LANDSCAPE, INC
RARE EARTH LANDSCAPE, INC
5.0(
3
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Rick , Brian and their skilled crew recently completed a back garden project for us, along with a few touch ups in the front. We could not have had a better experience. Having worked with several landscape companies over the years, we found Rare Earth Landscape and their crew to exceed our expectations. Rick and Brian worked with us on every step of the project. They were flexible, patient, honest and fair on all aspects of the job. We have nothing but great things to say about all of their team. We highly recommend them, and we will hire them again on future projects. 5+++ stars!"
Bluestone patio
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Artificial Grass Pros, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had grass installed in my front yard and couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail. They helped me choose the right type of grass for my soil and sun exposure, and the installation process was smooth and efficient. What impressed me most was how clean they left the area—no mess, no damage to surrounding plants, and the grass looks lush and healthy. It’s completely transformed the look of my home. Highly recommend this service to anyone looking for high-quality grass installation. Great value and top-notch results!"
Putting Green(s)
Summer Gold Job's
Grass w// Concrete
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ramirez Landscaping & Concrete
Ramirez Landscaping & Concrete
4.8(
44
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Roberto took care of or lawn maintenance at our previous home. We bought a new home (new construction) in Discovery Bay. We had him give us an estimate to landscape the entire backyard and side yard. His estimate was VERY AFFORDABLE! We agreed and he and his crew started that next Monday. Roberto and his crew are punctual, clean, honest, respectful and the hardest working crew we’ve ever came across. We had concrete poured, sod installed, added drainage throughout, irrigation and so much more. Entire project took 3 weeks!! AMAZING!! I loved coming home and seeing so much progress done everyday. Our yard is more amazing than we ever expected. We are beyond happy with the results. We have recommended Roberto many times since our yard has been completed, in the past 2 weeks. He is AMAZING along with his crew. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 stars . We could not be happier! Thank you so very much!!! - Michael and Erika"
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+80

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Vargas Landscaping
4.7(
48
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A great and very professional experience from start to finish. Nato and his crew from the first day to the last arrived on time, worked very hard, cleaned up every day after themselves, knew what they were doing, worked with us on design changes, provided suggestions that were value added and always respectful of the original design. It was a real pleasure to work with people that are very respectful and professional. Even thought we had a lot more rain than is expected for this time of the year, they continued to work and finished on time!! I cannot stress how easy it was to work with these people! I would not think of hiring anyone else and intend to hiring them again for our next project!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pro Movers
5.0(
27
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I used this company. And both times by stuff was moved carefully and quickly. I recommend this company to my and my sister use their service and she had nothing but good things to say."
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+104

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.8(
59
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Sod - Install

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm very happy with the work that was done by Landmark construction and energy crew. At first, we met with Ron that came over and met with us about the issues that we had with our water heater and with the bills that we currently pay for electric. Ron recommended us to replace the bulky old water heater and to install a tankless system that will supply hot water immediately and with the use of less gas. We liked that idea and we decided to go for this project. Ron came over to our house with his 2 people that basically took care of all the removal and the installation of the new system. The work that they did took only 2 days from start to finish and now we have more space at the garage, and the bills are much lower than before…."
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Energy Upgrade Contractors

+6

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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