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Grand Designs Landscaping

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Grand Designs Landscaping

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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6 years of experience

Check out our Website at granddesignslandscaping.net! With over a decade in experience. We take great pride in our projects, 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. Check out our website at granddesignslandscaping.net

"Very professional and on time with appointment."

Diane M on September 2021

Check out our Website at granddesignslandscaping.net! With over a decade in experience. We take great pride in our projects, 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. Check out our website at granddesignslandscaping.net

"Very professional and on time with appointment."

Diane M on September 2021


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Sue's Custom Gardens

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Sue's Custom Gardens

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23 years of experience
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At Sues Custom Garden's color is king. If you like color I'm your girl! If it's unusual it's my style. If you like unique plants or hardscapes, we can help. My landscapes are unique and creative and look nothing like the other guys. At Sues Custom Gardens, we are passionate about creating beautiful and functional landscapes that suit your needs and preferences. We can design and install custom features such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, water features, garden structures, fencing as well as planting and irrigating! We also offer synthetic turf installation for a low-maintenance and eco-friendly alternative to natural grass. We serve residential clients in Angels Camp, CA and the surrounding areas in Calaveras county as well asj. This includes Amador, Toulmne, San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties. We are licensed, bonded and insured. It does not include garden maintenance!

At Sues Custom Garden's color is king. If you like color I'm your girl! If it's unusual it's my style. If you like unique plants or hardscapes, we can help. My landscapes are unique and creative and look nothing like the other guys. At Sues Custom Gardens, we are passionate about creating beautiful and functional landscapes that suit your needs and preferences. We can design and install custom features such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, water features, garden structures, fencing as well as planting and irrigating! We also offer synthetic turf installation for a low-maintenance and eco-friendly alternative to natural grass. We serve residential clients in Angels Camp, CA and the surrounding areas in Calaveras county as well asj. This includes Amador, Toulmne, San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties. We are licensed, bonded and insured. It does not include garden maintenance!


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Forever Green Cali

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Forever Green Cali

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193 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

At ForeverGreen Cali, we design and build custom outdoor living spaces tailored to enhance both front and backyards. Our services include everything from sod to hardscaping conversions, retaining wall installations, stamped and colored concrete, artificial grass, and flagstone with decomposed granite integration. We also specialize in sod installation, comprehensive solid and French drainage solutions, and outdoor kitchen construction, supported by 3D design visuals. Our focus is on using top-tier materials and expert craftsmanship, with a commitment to clear communication and consistently delivering exceptional results.

"I would highly recommend Forever-Green Cali. They are very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about their profession. After an initial consultation with the owner, John, who provided recommendations based on my vision for my front yard. He made great suggestions that I would never have thought of, which made my yard beautiful and efficient with rocks that I love."

sharon o on October 2025

At ForeverGreen Cali, we design and build custom outdoor living spaces tailored to enhance both front and backyards. Our services include everything from sod to hardscaping conversions, retaining wall installations, stamped and colored concrete, artificial grass, and flagstone with decomposed granite integration. We also specialize in sod installation, comprehensive solid and French drainage solutions, and outdoor kitchen construction, supported by 3D design visuals. Our focus is on using top-tier materials and expert craftsmanship, with a commitment to clear communication and consistently delivering exceptional results.

"I would highly recommend Forever-Green Cali. They are very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about their profession. After an initial consultation with the owner, John, who provided recommendations based on my vision for my front yard. He made great suggestions that I would never have thought of, which made my yard beautiful and efficient with rocks that I love."

sharon o on October 2025


"Excellent - Reasonably priced - Timely - Meticulous work - Responsive I will use Authentic Landscape for future projects"

Earl W on October 2025

We are a small company that has been serving Sacramento and surrounding areas for over 15 years. With the experience we Have,you can be sure that you will receive quality work with a personal touch. Please call today for your free estimate.

"Excellent - Reasonably priced - Timely - Meticulous work - Responsive I will use Authentic Landscape for future projects"

Earl W on October 2025


Aragon's Custom Construction

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Aragon's Custom Construction

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

20% discount to Senior Citizens and Military family members.

20% discount to Senior Citizens and Military family members.


Pinnacle Landscape Development

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Pinnacle Landscape Development

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18 years of experience

Full service Design/install landscape and concrete company.

"Terry was the absolute worst contractor I've ever dealt with in my entire life. Personally having extensive construction background, I had initially hired Terry because he seemed to be knowledgeable in the proposed work and was very fast in responding to all my inquiries when compared to other potential contractors (most never ever responded to me). My job consisted of over 3500 sqft of concrete work both in both the front and backyard, a 40 ft retaining wall, 2000 sqft of artificial grass and landscape rocks in the front.  Needless to say, the honeymoon was over after the second week of the job (it was a two month project). Throughout the project, Terry would get mad at me when I would question procedures that were done for my project. I would always create my sentences as questions whereas he took them as "orders". He would respond back aggressively "Why are you telling me how to do my job?" Huh? I'm paying you lots of money to have this done to my satisfaction. All my questions had some merit. It was getting bad with his attitude that he would start asking me "Why are you always home?" Hello! It's COVID and Iwork from home now.  The straw that finally broke the camel's back was when I questioned the obvious awful seam work on the artificial grass installation he was performing (he was using a *scissor* to cut the seams LOL) where there were ½” inch gaps and overlaps along the entire seam where two of the turfs connected. He  got so mad at me for asking if he was going the leave the seams that way and he responded by physically threatening me as well as putting a lien on my house and coming back to tear down everything he had done. Itgot to the point where we had to call the police to personally escort Terry(and his equipment) off my property. We are currently pursuing legal actions against him. I usually write reviews for work well done, but in this case this was the absolute other extreme. I just want to make sure that "future" customers do not experience the same bad experience as what I've gone through.  Terry may sound like a nice guy when interacting with him in the beginning (after all he is trying tow in your business), but the Mr. Hyde side will show up if you start asking questions. Don’t believe anything this wolf in sheep’s clothing says (or what he posts on his website or social media accounts)…..  I predict more negative reviews will follow……"

Manuel C on September 2021

Full service Design/install landscape and concrete company.

"Terry was the absolute worst contractor I've ever dealt with in my entire life. Personally having extensive construction background, I had initially hired Terry because he seemed to be knowledgeable in the proposed work and was very fast in responding to all my inquiries when compared to other potential contractors (most never ever responded to me). My job consisted of over 3500 sqft of concrete work both in both the front and backyard, a 40 ft retaining wall, 2000 sqft of artificial grass and landscape rocks in the front.  Needless to say, the honeymoon was over after the second week of the job (it was a two month project). Throughout the project, Terry would get mad at me when I would question procedures that were done for my project. I would always create my sentences as questions whereas he took them as "orders". He would respond back aggressively "Why are you telling me how to do my job?" Huh? I'm paying you lots of money to have this done to my satisfaction. All my questions had some merit. It was getting bad with his attitude that he would start asking me "Why are you always home?" Hello! It's COVID and Iwork from home now.  The straw that finally broke the camel's back was when I questioned the obvious awful seam work on the artificial grass installation he was performing (he was using a *scissor* to cut the seams LOL) where there were ½” inch gaps and overlaps along the entire seam where two of the turfs connected. He  got so mad at me for asking if he was going the leave the seams that way and he responded by physically threatening me as well as putting a lien on my house and coming back to tear down everything he had done. Itgot to the point where we had to call the police to personally escort Terry(and his equipment) off my property. We are currently pursuing legal actions against him. I usually write reviews for work well done, but in this case this was the absolute other extreme. I just want to make sure that "future" customers do not experience the same bad experience as what I've gone through.  Terry may sound like a nice guy when interacting with him in the beginning (after all he is trying tow in your business), but the Mr. Hyde side will show up if you start asking questions. Don’t believe anything this wolf in sheep’s clothing says (or what he posts on his website or social media accounts)…..  I predict more negative reviews will follow……"

Manuel C on September 2021


Godzilla's Affordable Tree Service

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Godzilla's Affordable Tree Service

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41 years of experience

We have 28 years of experience and equipment to handle any job. We provide emergency services and hazardous tree removal. We are licensed and insured with 1,000,000 in Liability and Worker's Comp insurance. We provide certified Arborist reports. All estimates are free.

We have 28 years of experience and equipment to handle any job. We provide emergency services and hazardous tree removal. We are licensed and insured with 1,000,000 in Liability and Worker's Comp insurance. We provide certified Arborist reports. All estimates are free.


AV Lawn Service & Landscaping

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AV Lawn Service & Landscaping

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Sprinkler Repair Guy - Sacramento

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Sprinkler Repair Guy - Sacramento

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22 years of experience

If your Sacramento lawn irrigation systems or landscape lighting systems aren’t working as reliably or as efficiently as you need them to operate, it’s time to remedy the situation with a quick call to Sprinkler Repair Guy, Sacramento. We understand the importance of a healthy and attractive lawn.

If your Sacramento lawn irrigation systems or landscape lighting systems aren’t working as reliably or as efficiently as you need them to operate, it’s time to remedy the situation with a quick call to Sprinkler Repair Guy, Sacramento. We understand the importance of a healthy and attractive lawn.


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Armour plumbing

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Armour plumbing

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Free onsite estimate

Our goal at Armour Plumbing is to provide the highest quality professional services with excellent workmanship and attention to detail. We strive to exceed the expectations of each and every customer. We are committed to professionalism, integrity, affordability and we are fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind. We offer 24/7 emergency service. Your trusted Plumbers and your Sewer & Drain Specialists. Call today for a free estimate!

"Armour Plumbing Company was right on time, courteous and fantastic. They fixed everything timely, and cleaned everything up. Super great experience and I would hire them again!"

Susan P on November 2025

Our goal at Armour Plumbing is to provide the highest quality professional services with excellent workmanship and attention to detail. We strive to exceed the expectations of each and every customer. We are committed to professionalism, integrity, affordability and we are fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind. We offer 24/7 emergency service. Your trusted Plumbers and your Sewer & Drain Specialists. Call today for a free estimate!

"Armour Plumbing Company was right on time, courteous and fantastic. They fixed everything timely, and cleaned everything up. Super great experience and I would hire them again!"

Susan P on November 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Ione, 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 Ione, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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