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Avatar for Forever Green Cali
Forever Green Cali
5.0(
4
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Serving North Highlands, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Summer 2025 Projects
Drought Tolerant Yards
Artificial Grass Projects
Artificial Grass Projects
2024 Projects

+230

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hermanos Flores Gardening
4.8(
204
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Serving North Highlands, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alex Flores provided our family with outstanding service regarding the all aspects of our landscaping needs, including irrigation, sod, landscape design, landscape planting, and related pathways. Alex is among the most professional people we have worked with over many many years. His bid was competitive, his advice was excellent and the work he and his crew did was outstanding. Alex remains on-site with his crew through virtually all of the project, providing "hands-on" supervision of his hard working crew. Alex was always timely and left our property in neat and clean condition at the end of each day. In short, we would highly recommend Alex and his company (Hermanos Flores Gardening). David and Carol Abelson-Sacramento, California"
Before
Davis Remodel
Before
Colored and Stamped
Fencing

+51

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Capital City Landscape Development
4.8(
136
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Serving North Highlands, 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
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Sacramento Landscaping
Sacramento Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Serving North Highlands, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At Betzler Construction we are A+ Rated with the BBB and the Contractors License Board. We are a family owned company serving the Sacramento area since 1980. Our father, sons, and daughter team prides itself on providing our customers with honest, reliable, and high-quality workmanship. We listen to our clients' needs and keep an open line of communication throughout the project. You can rest easy and enjoy your revitalized home knowing that we stand behind our work. Please call us today to schedule your free estimate! 8am-5pm M-F.

Subfloor and insulation
Framing
Stucco Time
Sheetrock time
Music Studio

+9

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elegante Landscapes, LLC
4.7(
10
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Serving North Highlands, 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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Excel Landscape
4.5(
91
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Serving North Highlands, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ray Williams and his crew installed a new front landscape that involved stonework, drainage, irrigation, and plant install. They are incredibly hard working, timely, professional, good communication, and just a joy to work with. The site was cleaned every night throughout the work and they left us with a beautiful yard to enjoy and be proud of. We sought several bids; Excel's was very competitive. Highly recommend them!"
Landscape Backyard
Landscaping
Front Landscape
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in North Highlands, 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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