Scott’s Landscaping is a reputable landscape contractor that provides professional landscape design services at a reasonable price.
"I needed my irrigation system updated before the hot weather sets in. I met with Stephen from Scott's Landscaping on Wednesday, May 21st, and discussed what I needed done. Stephen started work on Thursday, the 22nd. He did a phenomenal job, and left the job site very clean. I am very happy with all aspects of the irrigation overhaul. I would definitely recommend Scott's Landscaping and would hire them again in the future."
Paula F on May 2025
Scott’s Landscaping is a reputable landscape contractor that provides professional landscape design services at a reasonable price.
"I needed my irrigation system updated before the hot weather sets in. I met with Stephen from Scott's Landscaping on Wednesday, May 21st, and discussed what I needed done. Stephen started work on Thursday, the 22nd. He did a phenomenal job, and left the job site very clean. I am very happy with all aspects of the irrigation overhaul. I would definitely recommend Scott's Landscaping and would hire them again in the future."
Paula F on May 2025
We are a family owned/operated business, with over 20 years of industry experience, and a 4x- Super Service Award winner. We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results. JM Lawns Landscaping Services is strongly involved in local community activities, having donated work to several churches throughout the years we've been in business. We are accredited on the Better Business Bureau and have won the Angie's List Super Service Award in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 so far! We look forward to working with you, so give us a call for all your lawn needs!
"Joe and his team installed grass from scratch in our Carmel Valley home. They took away old dried up grass, re-leveled the area, installed a mesh under the grass to prevent more gophers from making holes, and installed new Marathon. It looks great! Joe and his team were very professional, and completed the work in the time they said they would. Joe cares a lot regarding the quality of the job and has excellent communication. He is both knowledgeable and friendly. When they came in we were still ruffled from a prior difficult experience with a hardscape company, and Joe and his team helped put us to ease. We had a great experience with them and highly recommend Joe and his team to anyone else."
Omid K on September 2020
We are a family owned/operated business, with over 20 years of industry experience, and a 4x- Super Service Award winner. We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results. JM Lawns Landscaping Services is strongly involved in local community activities, having donated work to several churches throughout the years we've been in business. We are accredited on the Better Business Bureau and have won the Angie's List Super Service Award in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 so far! We look forward to working with you, so give us a call for all your lawn needs!
"Joe and his team installed grass from scratch in our Carmel Valley home. They took away old dried up grass, re-leveled the area, installed a mesh under the grass to prevent more gophers from making holes, and installed new Marathon. It looks great! Joe and his team were very professional, and completed the work in the time they said they would. Joe cares a lot regarding the quality of the job and has excellent communication. He is both knowledgeable and friendly. When they came in we were still ruffled from a prior difficult experience with a hardscape company, and Joe and his team helped put us to ease. We had a great experience with them and highly recommend Joe and his team to anyone else."
Omid K on September 2020
Southwest Tree Care & Landscape Design is a tree care and landscape service company located in San Marcos, CA. Our tree services include tree trimming, tree removal, tree health, and we are a certified arborist. We also offer landscapes and outdoor living services which include 3D & renderings, landscapes, and plantings, outdoor kitchens, patios, walkways, pavers, and concrete, fire pits, fireplaces, retaining walls, seating walls, outdoor lighting, and full-service grounds maintenance. We are proud to offer our services in Carlsbad, Encinitas, Rancho Sante Fe, and San Marcos!
"Amazing service! We had a big deadline for a party we were hosting at our home. Not only didn Steve and his crew get everything done on time, they exceeded expectations with design and helping us love outdoor areas as much as we loved the inside! Highly recommend!!!"
Colin H on December 2019
Southwest Tree Care & Landscape Design is a tree care and landscape service company located in San Marcos, CA. Our tree services include tree trimming, tree removal, tree health, and we are a certified arborist. We also offer landscapes and outdoor living services which include 3D & renderings, landscapes, and plantings, outdoor kitchens, patios, walkways, pavers, and concrete, fire pits, fireplaces, retaining walls, seating walls, outdoor lighting, and full-service grounds maintenance. We are proud to offer our services in Carlsbad, Encinitas, Rancho Sante Fe, and San Marcos!
"Amazing service! We had a big deadline for a party we were hosting at our home. Not only didn Steve and his crew get everything done on time, they exceeded expectations with design and helping us love outdoor areas as much as we loved the inside! Highly recommend!!!"
Colin H on December 2019
landscape & janitorial
landscape & janitorial
We are a two man crew focused on quality and the details. We have the ability and know-how for your future maintenance and project needs. For those bigger projects we have available manpower. Offering weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or something tailored to fit your property's needs. Billing is sent out on the first of each month with an itemized list of all work completed for the month and a self addressed return envelope.
We are a two man crew focused on quality and the details. We have the ability and know-how for your future maintenance and project needs. For those bigger projects we have available manpower. Offering weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or something tailored to fit your property's needs. Billing is sent out on the first of each month with an itemized list of all work completed for the month and a self addressed return envelope.
William Joyce Design is a Landscape Architecture firm dedicated to creating imaginative, functional, & attractive landscapes that elicit lasting responses & are intrinsic to the local environmental conditions. As each site poses its own questions & offers its unique subtleties, we use our own broad-reaching cultural experiences & expansive education to embrace natural systems, feed our imagination, & reinforce the instincts of our designs. By committing to stewardship of the land, responsible use of natural resources, incorporation of local materials & native plants, & appreciation of the physical interaction with the landscape, William Joyce Design seeks uncontrived, natural solutions designed to generate discovery, splendor, & balance.
William Joyce Design is a Landscape Architecture firm dedicated to creating imaginative, functional, & attractive landscapes that elicit lasting responses & are intrinsic to the local environmental conditions. As each site poses its own questions & offers its unique subtleties, we use our own broad-reaching cultural experiences & expansive education to embrace natural systems, feed our imagination, & reinforce the instincts of our designs. By committing to stewardship of the land, responsible use of natural resources, incorporation of local materials & native plants, & appreciation of the physical interaction with the landscape, William Joyce Design seeks uncontrived, natural solutions designed to generate discovery, splendor, & balance.
Landscape Maintainence
Landscape Maintainence
Over 44 years experience Block Wall Construction Bricklaying Concrete Masonry Construction Concrete Paving Driveway Construction Firepit Construction Outdoor Kitchen Construction Patio / Porch Construction Paver Installation Planter Wall Construction Pool Deck Construction Retaining Wall Construction Sealcoating Sidewalk/ Walkway Construction Stair / Steps Construction Stamped Concrete Installation Stone Masonry Construction San Diego Premier Landscape Design & Build- Best of Houzz 2015-2018 EXTERIOR DESIGN & BUILD specializes in the complete landscape design and installation of your outdoor project all over Southern California. We have been servicing Southern California since 1975. Our Service areas cover all of San Diego County, Orange County and South Riverside County. https://www.houzz.com/pro/exteriordesignslandscape/exterior-designs-landscape T. 858-756-3508
"Jose and his team were a pleasure to work with. They were on time, clean, friendly and delivered a beautiful backyard patio bar and BBQ that perfectly matches our house. Very happy with the final product."
Shawn C on September 2021
Over 44 years experience Block Wall Construction Bricklaying Concrete Masonry Construction Concrete Paving Driveway Construction Firepit Construction Outdoor Kitchen Construction Patio / Porch Construction Paver Installation Planter Wall Construction Pool Deck Construction Retaining Wall Construction Sealcoating Sidewalk/ Walkway Construction Stair / Steps Construction Stamped Concrete Installation Stone Masonry Construction San Diego Premier Landscape Design & Build- Best of Houzz 2015-2018 EXTERIOR DESIGN & BUILD specializes in the complete landscape design and installation of your outdoor project all over Southern California. We have been servicing Southern California since 1975. Our Service areas cover all of San Diego County, Orange County and South Riverside County. https://www.houzz.com/pro/exteriordesignslandscape/exterior-designs-landscape T. 858-756-3508
"Jose and his team were a pleasure to work with. They were on time, clean, friendly and delivered a beautiful backyard patio bar and BBQ that perfectly matches our house. Very happy with the final product."
Shawn C on September 2021
We specialize in comprehensive property management. We have over 15 years of landscape and irrigation experience that has given us the knowledge needed to determine the most effective way to care for your property. Turf maintenance services, lawn treatment services and sprinkler services are the foundation of a well kept property. I have no employees, and I do not subcontract any work out, so you will always get personal service.
We specialize in comprehensive property management. We have over 15 years of landscape and irrigation experience that has given us the knowledge needed to determine the most effective way to care for your property. Turf maintenance services, lawn treatment services and sprinkler services are the foundation of a well kept property. I have no employees, and I do not subcontract any work out, so you will always get personal service.
We are a General Contracting company that has seen the need for a “ONE STOP SHOP!” A program for the property management community. A.H.Inc. specializes in grounds and building maintenance, offering to improve your site appearance and maintenance needs at a low cost.A.H.Inc. can go from grounds to building maintenance due to its skilled and certified experts encompassing Plumbing, Electrical and Carpentry services at $25.00/hr, 24/7.
We are a General Contracting company that has seen the need for a “ONE STOP SHOP!” A program for the property management community. A.H.Inc. specializes in grounds and building maintenance, offering to improve your site appearance and maintenance needs at a low cost.A.H.Inc. can go from grounds to building maintenance due to its skilled and certified experts encompassing Plumbing, Electrical and Carpentry services at $25.00/hr, 24/7.
Most residential lawn removal projects don't require permits, but regulations vary significantly between municipalities. You might need authorization when removing substantial soil volumes or making major landscape alterations. Contact your local building department or planning office before beginning work. Some homeowners associations also maintain specific landscaping requirements that could affect your plans, so reviewing any applicable community guidelines is equally important.
Converting removed lawn material into compost is often feasible when the grass hasn't received extensive chemical treatments. For best results, break larger sod pieces into smaller sections and combine them with other compostable materials in a dedicated composting system. Regular turning accelerates decomposition and produces nutrient-rich material that can benefit your new landscape. This approach reduces disposal costs while creating valuable soil amendments for future gardening projects.
Using a mechanical sod cutter delivers the most efficient results for most properties. These specialized machines cleanly separate grass and shallow roots from the soil below, allowing for rapid removal across substantial areas. While manual approaches cost less initially, they progress much more slowly. Chemical methods require extended time periods for complete effectiveness. For optimal efficiency, evaluate equipment rental costs against professional service rates, particularly for medium to large properties.
New plantings can begin one to two weeks after lawn removal, provided you've addressed any soil contamination concerns and completed necessary grading or amendments. The removal process often disturbs dormant weed seeds, so monitoring for unwanted growth during this transition period is advisable. Professional soil testing helps identify any nutrient deficiencies or pH imbalances that should be corrected before investing in new plantings or turf installation.
Lawn removal frequently alters how water moves across your property, particularly during heavy rainfall. Established grass root systems help stabilize soil and absorb precipitation, functions that disappear with removal. Your replacement landscape plan should address potential drainage changes through appropriate grading, soil amendments, or dedicated drainage features. Observing water movement patterns after removal provides valuable information for addressing any problematic areas before completing your new landscape installation.