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Avatar for Brothers Landscape
Brothers Landscape
4.8(
146
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and his crew are awesome! He installed beautiful interlocking walla for our neighbor, and we were so impressed with their work that we hired them to prune some Torrey Pines. The trees look great! And the crew did a marvelous job cleaning up the debris! Not a single one needle left on the driveway! Love these guys!"
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+92

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Omega Turf Artificial Grass
4.9(
18
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"CHRIS WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND HAD ANSWERS TO ALL OF OUR QUESTIONS. HE RESPONDED TO OUR FOLLOW-UP E-MAILS, AND THE REASON WE CHOSE OMEGA WAS HIS PROFESSIONALISM. OMEGA WAS NOT THE LEAST EXPENSIVE, BUT PRICING WAS FAIR. WE FELT CONFIDENT HIS COMPANY WOULD DO THE BEST JOB. HIS JOB SUPERVISOR, EFREN WAS EXCEPTIONAL AND VERY ACCOMMODATING-------HE MADE SURE ALL THE DETAILS WERE FOLLOWED UP AND COMPLETED. OMEGA INSTALLED OVER 600 SQ FEET OF ARTIFICIAL TURF, WHICH TOOK 2 1/2 DAYS, RESULTED JUST AS WE IMAGINED. LOVE THE TURF. <br />"
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+4

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GRAND OAKS LANDSCAPING Inc.
5.0(
14
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Warranties offered

"We were extremely pleased with the entire process. Victor and his crew did a marvelous job. We were impressed in talking to Victor prior to signing a contract. We felt more at ease with him than any of the other 5 potential contractors that we talked to. His estimate seemed to be very reasonable, and he proved to be very honest. We personally visited 3 references. All of the jobs were impressive, and the homeowners were all extremely happy with the experience and the finished product. Work was started on schedule and completed in about 3 weeks. He and his crew of 2 did all of the work personally. Each day they arrived on time and always cleaned up at the end of the day. During the entire process he was very open to our suggestions and did not hesitate to make changes to the plan, without changes to the price. Victor met with us at the nursery to select all of the plantings. He was extremely knowledgeable regarding suitable plantings. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"
Putting green with artificial turf & country manor wall
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Boney's Landscape
4.7(
50
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

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"Installed a large retaining wall and leveled my back yard (requiring a bobcat and a whole lot of dirt). Wes was a pleasure to work with and I would recommend to others."
Palapa Patio
 Terrace Hillside
 Entry and Plants
 Front yard
 Paver Driveway

+37

Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Barrios Landscape Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Barrios landscaping to replace cracked concrete in our backyard. They were very responsive, friendly, on time and well priced. We’re were happy with the end results and will definitely use them for future projects. "
Escondido Front Yard
Escondido Front Yard
Escondido Front Yard
Escondido Front Yard
Backyard Remodel

+6

Response time9 hrs
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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.7(
108
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our front landscape was in desperate need of makeover landscaping. C&H Gardens has trimmed and removed many very large trees for me, over the last 6 years. It was an easy decision to choose Kent and C&H to do our landscaping project. Design was agreed upon and work began in mid-May 2020 and completed as designed in 3 weeks, on time and at cost projection. The professional work crew and design elements that added great visual quality to the street view was more than we expected. Our family and friends agree the work and view was fantastic. We will have an easy choice on our next project for the back yard...C&H is our contractor. Thanks Kent Horner, job well done."
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Fresh New Fruit Landscaping
4.8(
16
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Complete transformation of our yard. With the new irrigation system our yard has never looked better. The pavers, mulch, and groundcover have really helped keep out the weeds. Will certainly hire again as soon as we know what we want for our backyard."
Encinitas Hillside
Sod Installation
Plant Fruit Trees
Cycad
Subtropical Gardens

+722

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Cisneros Contracting
4.6(
40
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike provided a written bid after meeting with us. He and his professionals did an excellent job . They were efficient, on time and I would recommend him to anyone."
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 Demo of old landscape
 Removal of old landscape
 Total property care
 Form Prep

+22

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Evo Turf & Pavers
4.5(
19
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The install was amazing, and the workmanship was great. I would highly recommend Evo Turf for pavers. I did not get Turf but I'm considering a putting green in the future. <br /> <br /> I 100% recommend Evo Turf. 5 Star operation. <br /> <br /> <br /> [Removed member information]"
Brand new landscape in San Diego, CA.
Turf & Pavers Installation
Freshly installed backyard synthetic turf in San Diego, CA.
Brand new landscape in San Diego, CA.
Turf & Pavers Installation

+135

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in La Mesa, 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.

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