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DL Landscaping
4.8(
540
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They laid 3000 sq ft of sod both front and backyard and installed a new sprinkler and drip system for everything. The lawns look great and they worked within our budget. Would highly recommend"
Response time6 hrs
112 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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EDDIE MULLINS LANDSCAPING
4.9(
118
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Customers say: True professional

"Back in September we had Eddie , Mario (Eddies right hand guy) and his crew reinvent our weed strewn back yard. Eddie suggested replacing back patio and extending it out with walkways connecting to a new shed and side of house which turned out great. They put in sod, planted plants, put in sprinklers and drip lines, all which transformed our back weed patch into staycation land. Needless to say we were extremely happy with the results. They also removed and replaced our cracked (destroyed) driveway with a nice clean looking driveway admired many times by passing neighbors (probably happy to see our destroyed one go). It also turned out fantastic. We were so happy with Eddie Mullins Landscaping that we had them return this week and put in a drought tolerant landscape in our front yard. We had a patch of artificial turf put in the center of our small front yard. Eddie suggested the other plants and rock to put in since we had no ideas of our own with Mario suggesting some Japanese maple trees to go along with the plants (thanks Mario great idea). We were amazed by the finished product. Several people have stopped and commented how nice our yard looks now. Eddie, Mario and his brother Michael did a stupendous job on our front yard. Needless to say my wife and I were extremely happy with the job. So if you’re looking for a great landscaping company and have patience check out Eddie Mullins Landscaping. Eddie will get er done!!"
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+18

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Forever Green Cali
4.8(
12
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had such a wonderful and smooth experience with Yasmine of ForeverGreen. She was so informative and was there at every step of the way — communication is huge for me and she excelled at it! 10/10 would recommend and hire them again!"
Summer 2025 Projects
Drought Tolerant Yards
Artificial Grass Projects
Artificial Grass Projects
2024 Projects

+230

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capital City Landscape Development
4.8(
136
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mark and his crew did and excellent job with installing pavers in my backyard. He told me it would take 3 days and they were finished in 3 days. They cleaned up after themselves which I have had contractors before leave their empty water bottles and food wrappers behind. Mark and his crew are professional, friendly and hard workers. I had used Mark 13 years ago when I bought this home and they did a great job with the front of the house. It is unrecognizable from what I had purchased. I was so glad he did not retire and was happy that he was still on Angi's list for me to hire. Great work team."
Paver patio
BBQ area
Back yard patio and walkways
Retaining wall and board on board fencing
wall and fencing

+4

Response time12 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Borchers Landscaping and Yard Restoration
5.0(
12
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My wife and I had a project in mind but were really unclear on how to proceed. We have a sprinkler system that's 25 years old needing repair and we wanted to expand the coverage area. We did an exhaustive search for a reliable and highly recommended professional and we settled on Steven who did a masterful job not only bringing our current system up to spec but enlarged the coverage area just as we imagined. Steven is the consummate professional who really knows his business. The best part, he's extremely reliable and honest. When we needed to iron out some issues post installation Steven would come by promptly and take his time fixing everything and even doing extra work to bring the sprinklers up to his expectations. I highly recommend Steven if you're looking for someone who will solve your issues with honesty, fair pricing and pure professionalism, he's your guy. We're glad we found him...Thanks Steven!"
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+4

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Jacques Landscaping
4.9(
10
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Listened to our design input and offered alternatives based upon deep knowledge of what plants would do the best in the locations. Attention to detail was great. Even with rain delays project was completed with minimal delays. Important to us for winning the bid was Jacques submitted an itemized bid that detailed costs for labor, materials, plants, sod, disposal etc. and the progress payment schedule. Other bids received would only provide a lump sum for the project and refused to provide further cost details. I would be e reference customer for Jacques Landscaping."
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Granite Bay
Landscaping - Lighting Project
Frontyard project Rocklin Ca
Planter box, Roseville Ca

+37

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Elegante Landscapes, LLC
4.7(
10
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They did a good job of maintaining the yard and renewing the bark (extra cost) in the first few months.  The lawn continued to look bad and Jose said they would address the lawn the beginning of spring.  In the mean time, the mowers used a sit-down mower on the lawn after a good rain and created ruts in the lawn.  In February they applied seed to the lawn with no preparation and since the lawn is on a slope, we found most of the seed in the gutter or lining the sidewalk near the bottom of the lawn.  By June, most of the lawn was green weeds and very little grass.  Jose accused my renters of not watering the lawn, in which case, everything would have been brown and dying.  The renter was watering 3 times a week in the early AM.   Jose did admit he had not seen the property for several months."
Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes
Elegante Landscapes

+19

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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Perfect Landscaping
4.7(
8
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bill and his team did a great job with the artificial grass. It turned out better than expected. They did an excellent job. Highly recommended for any backyard or concrete job"
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maranata Landscaping Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Lincoln, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Customers say: Quick response

"We couldn't be happier. Jamie and his crew were outstanding. They removed old turf, rototilled in compost, installed a new sprinkler system and an underground drain and then installed Bolero sod. They showed up every day and worked nonstop until the job was completed. Jaime's attention to detail is amazing."
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+87

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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