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Sampson's Landscaping, Inc.

7 Concord Ct
5.00(
6
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Sampson's Landscaping, Inc.

7 Concord Ct
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., provides a variety of residential and commercial landscaping services for clients throughout Marin County, handling everything from water features, lighting and planting installations to masonry, woodwork and lawn maintenance. Aaron's personal involvement in every job sets Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., apart in its industry. Call us today for a free estimate!!!

"Aaron and his crew are great! Our project involved reshaping a hill and pasture into a pool with concrete decks, stone retaining walls, boulders, landscaping with drought resistant plantings, a drip irrigation system and lighting, Itâ s a complete transformation! They are responsive, adaptable, very efficient and great at problem solving, all at a fair price with detailed billing information. Iâ ll definitely use them for my next projects!!"

Teresa H on September 2023

Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., provides a variety of residential and commercial landscaping services for clients throughout Marin County, handling everything from water features, lighting and planting installations to masonry, woodwork and lawn maintenance. Aaron's personal involvement in every job sets Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., apart in its industry. Call us today for a free estimate!!!

"Aaron and his crew are great! Our project involved reshaping a hill and pasture into a pool with concrete decks, stone retaining walls, boulders, landscaping with drought resistant plantings, a drip irrigation system and lighting, Itâ s a complete transformation! They are responsive, adaptable, very efficient and great at problem solving, all at a fair price with detailed billing information. Iâ ll definitely use them for my next projects!!"

Teresa H on September 2023


Tri Star Landscaping

10 Aranda Court
4.74(
44
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Approved Pro

Tri Star Landscaping

10 Aranda Court
4.74(
44
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

Over 20 years experience. I do exactly what the customer asks for with no complaints. At Tri Star Landscaping we never cut corners and get the job done right the first time. We look forward to working with you and maintaining a long lasting relationship! Give us a call today!

"Price and responsiveness were reasonable but quality of work was uneven."

Joe L on September 2024

Over 20 years experience. I do exactly what the customer asks for with no complaints. At Tri Star Landscaping we never cut corners and get the job done right the first time. We look forward to working with you and maintaining a long lasting relationship! Give us a call today!

"Price and responsiveness were reasonable but quality of work was uneven."

Joe L on September 2024


Madriz Gardening

4.90(
10
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Approved Pro

Madriz Gardening

4.90(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
165 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Martin was great! He was reasonable and transparent about pricing, he responded quickly, and he was experienced and skilful enough to be able to identify our problem and repair it on the spot. Thank you!"

Katharina P on September 2025

We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Martin was great! He was reasonable and transparent about pricing, he responded quickly, and he was experienced and skilful enough to be able to identify our problem and repair it on the spot. Thank you!"

Katharina P on September 2025


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Apex Landscape Lighting & Audio

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

Apex Landscape Lighting & Audio

5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

We offer a custom Landscape Lighting Design and installation services. We help you find solutions to landscape lighting needs weather you're looking to add esthetics, safety and/or task lighting to your outdoor living spaces. We use architectual grade low voltage fixtures to light pathways and foilage, accent walls and yard art, and highlight water features or other points of interest. In addition, we can elevate the ambiance for your outdoor events by designing and installing outdoor audio. Stream all your favorite music throughout your yard using our direction speakers in your landscape. We have packages suitable for any outdoor entertaining area!

"If you want someone reliable to review a landscape lighting and audio design and implement a plan without delays, you have to call Jerod at Apex Landscape Lighting and Audio. He is not only knowledgeable, which is a key reason to work with Jerod, he is fair, hardworking, and flexible. The knowledge he brings to your project will be worth every cent in terms of savings over other options available in the market. He also knows where to buy components and pass along the savings gained from his contacts. Bottom line, you don't have to go anywhere else to implement, design, and supply your landscape lighting and audio systems."

Bob J on January 2025

We offer a custom Landscape Lighting Design and installation services. We help you find solutions to landscape lighting needs weather you're looking to add esthetics, safety and/or task lighting to your outdoor living spaces. We use architectual grade low voltage fixtures to light pathways and foilage, accent walls and yard art, and highlight water features or other points of interest. In addition, we can elevate the ambiance for your outdoor events by designing and installing outdoor audio. Stream all your favorite music throughout your yard using our direction speakers in your landscape. We have packages suitable for any outdoor entertaining area!

"If you want someone reliable to review a landscape lighting and audio design and implement a plan without delays, you have to call Jerod at Apex Landscape Lighting and Audio. He is not only knowledgeable, which is a key reason to work with Jerod, he is fair, hardworking, and flexible. The knowledge he brings to your project will be worth every cent in terms of savings over other options available in the market. He also knows where to buy components and pass along the savings gained from his contacts. Bottom line, you don't have to go anywhere else to implement, design, and supply your landscape lighting and audio systems."

Bob J on January 2025


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Navarrete Landscaping

2739 Scotts Creek Rd
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Navarrete Landscaping

2739 Scotts Creek Rd
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438 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

We do lawn irrigation system, roof gutters cleaning, tree pruning, new lawn, patio and paver, maintenance, fence repair, general cleaning, pruning fruit trees , reteining Walls and more. We Provide our services for Commercial and Residential costumers . We have over 10 yrs of experience.

We do lawn irrigation system, roof gutters cleaning, tree pruning, new lawn, patio and paver, maintenance, fence repair, general cleaning, pruning fruit trees , reteining Walls and more. We Provide our services for Commercial and Residential costumers . We have over 10 yrs of experience.


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Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering

Based Out Of
5.00(
4
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Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering

Based Out Of
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 local quotes requested

Services / Expertise Site Preparation Grading Excavation Paving Demolition Vineyard Preparation Ponds Concrete Pumping Services Sidewalks Patios Curb and Gutter Retaining Walls Underground Trenching Water Lines Sewage Lines Storm Drainage Septic Systems Residential Foundations Land Development Minor Projects Fire Mitigation Estate Management & Maintenance

"work was well organized, well executed and completed ahead of schedule by a friendly and knowledgable crew."

Steve G on January 2024

Services / Expertise Site Preparation Grading Excavation Paving Demolition Vineyard Preparation Ponds Concrete Pumping Services Sidewalks Patios Curb and Gutter Retaining Walls Underground Trenching Water Lines Sewage Lines Storm Drainage Septic Systems Residential Foundations Land Development Minor Projects Fire Mitigation Estate Management & Maintenance

"work was well organized, well executed and completed ahead of schedule by a friendly and knowledgable crew."

Steve G on January 2024


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Geico Builders

1901 Harrison Street
5.00(
26
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Approved Pro

Geico Builders

1901 Harrison Street
5.00(
26
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1668 local quotes requested

Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.

"We recently wrapped up a two bathroom renovation with Geico Builders and the end result speaks for itself! I just took a shower in one of our new bathrooms and it was like going to a fancy spa or hotel. I could not have envisioned it this great at the start, it has completely transformed our home. Feels almost unreal to have such beautiful, high end rooms in our home now! I had never done a remodel before and had barely posted the job on Angie’s list when Mila reached out and set the standard for what a consultation could be like. She had ideas for what could be done and David was nearby with his crew and could take a quick look so I got a brief feel for their teamwork. I talked with 5 groups in person and this team had a great cost/value balance and were willing to help me customize it how I wanted. Mila told me about their 3D design option and that reminded me that I do something somewhat similar for my job, so I mocked up the space in Maya and designed out several options that Mila looked through and helped me narrow down. Printouts of those posted on a wall at the job site really helped keep everyone on the same page. David’s attitude on the job was wonderful to be around, he values his team and is so positive. His crew worked fast and I had to hustle to keep up to order the materials in time. Both he and Mila went tile shopping with me and were a big help. There are so many options! If I were to go back I would have spent time picking out the exact pieces I wanted from the store we went with rather than done delivery—natural stone has huge variations so I was surprised by some of the tile when it came. The team was so fast that some of the stone had gone up before I saw it and several pieces were too dark. They were very understanding of the issue and fixed it when I brought pieces that were more representative of what we selected in the store. They consistently proved how trustworthy they were and backed up what they said from the beginning: that they were here for me, had my back and wanted me to be happy with the final product! Whenever I had a request or wasn’t sure with how something was coming together they took the time to walk me through it, listen to my perspective and shift if it made sense and would make me more confident in the process. I truly appreciated each time they double checked with me for my opinion and noticed when something was off! (For example, I had picked two grout colors thinking one was whitish and the other grey when in reality they were both almost the same in color! The crew caught it and I was able to get the right one quickly.) It was a huge collaboration, I’ll admit I wasn’t aware how much if my time researching and being available would be needed at first. It has been a steep learning curve but Mila and David were there for me. (Probably didn’t help that I designed and built some of the furniture to fit the space on the time investment side, but it paid off) Thank you Geico Builders for the stunning bathrooms! Your team’s work ethic, perseverance and expertise has been so appreciated!"

Stacey T on October 2023

Geico Builders specializes in meeting your expectations before, during, and after the project is complete. Our most upstanding quality is our accountability--you can expect us to own the work we complete for your home. Of course, we know accountability means nothing without proof, which is why we are happy to offer a 2-year workmanship warranty to all of our clients. This is a rare quality for this industry, but we wanted to prove to you that we stand by our craftsmanship through our home remodeling construction services. Every Crew at Geico Builders has been professionally trained and will treat your home with integrity and respect.

"We recently wrapped up a two bathroom renovation with Geico Builders and the end result speaks for itself! I just took a shower in one of our new bathrooms and it was like going to a fancy spa or hotel. I could not have envisioned it this great at the start, it has completely transformed our home. Feels almost unreal to have such beautiful, high end rooms in our home now! I had never done a remodel before and had barely posted the job on Angie’s list when Mila reached out and set the standard for what a consultation could be like. She had ideas for what could be done and David was nearby with his crew and could take a quick look so I got a brief feel for their teamwork. I talked with 5 groups in person and this team had a great cost/value balance and were willing to help me customize it how I wanted. Mila told me about their 3D design option and that reminded me that I do something somewhat similar for my job, so I mocked up the space in Maya and designed out several options that Mila looked through and helped me narrow down. Printouts of those posted on a wall at the job site really helped keep everyone on the same page. David’s attitude on the job was wonderful to be around, he values his team and is so positive. His crew worked fast and I had to hustle to keep up to order the materials in time. Both he and Mila went tile shopping with me and were a big help. There are so many options! If I were to go back I would have spent time picking out the exact pieces I wanted from the store we went with rather than done delivery—natural stone has huge variations so I was surprised by some of the tile when it came. The team was so fast that some of the stone had gone up before I saw it and several pieces were too dark. They were very understanding of the issue and fixed it when I brought pieces that were more representative of what we selected in the store. They consistently proved how trustworthy they were and backed up what they said from the beginning: that they were here for me, had my back and wanted me to be happy with the final product! Whenever I had a request or wasn’t sure with how something was coming together they took the time to walk me through it, listen to my perspective and shift if it made sense and would make me more confident in the process. I truly appreciated each time they double checked with me for my opinion and noticed when something was off! (For example, I had picked two grout colors thinking one was whitish and the other grey when in reality they were both almost the same in color! The crew caught it and I was able to get the right one quickly.) It was a huge collaboration, I’ll admit I wasn’t aware how much if my time researching and being available would be needed at first. It has been a steep learning curve but Mila and David were there for me. (Probably didn’t help that I designed and built some of the furniture to fit the space on the time investment side, but it paid off) Thank you Geico Builders for the stunning bathrooms! Your team’s work ethic, perseverance and expertise has been so appreciated!"

Stacey T on October 2023


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Same Day Plumbing, Heating, Cooling

600 American Way
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Same Day Plumbing, Heating, Cooling

600 American Way
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Approved Pro
1063 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Family-owned Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing operates out of Windsor, just north of Santa Rosa. We offer fast, reliable AC repair and installation services, heater repair & installation, and plumbing services, in the North Bay area of California. Our promise to you is always that if we do not fix your system the SAME DAY we arrive… you DON’T pay the service fee. Our home service experts are licensed and insured with more than 100 years of leadership experience. Additionally, we back all of our installation and replacement services with a 24-month, 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Family-owned Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing operates out of Windsor, just north of Santa Rosa. We offer fast, reliable AC repair and installation services, heater repair & installation, and plumbing services, in the North Bay area of California. Our promise to you is always that if we do not fix your system the SAME DAY we arrive… you DON’T pay the service fee. Our home service experts are licensed and insured with more than 100 years of leadership experience. Additionally, we back all of our installation and replacement services with a 24-month, 100% satisfaction guarantee.


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Amesos Plumbing Inc

1525 Francisco Blvd E
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

Amesos Plumbing Inc

1525 Francisco Blvd E
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
458 local quotes requested

Amesos Plumbing, Inc. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024

Amesos Plumbing, Inc. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024


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Noe’s Gardens

8 Gothic Dr
4.33(
6
)
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Noe’s Gardens

8 Gothic Dr
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
401 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Specializing in landscaping! We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Noe came to my house within an hour. We discussed what I wanted and then he never contacted me again. I called him and he said to send him my email address which I did, still didn't hear back, I called him again and he has never returned my calls after almost 3 weeks.In the meantime I have stopped taking other proposals.If my job was too small or he was too busy just tell me, no problem!"

Judy C on October 2024

Specializing in landscaping! We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Noe came to my house within an hour. We discussed what I wanted and then he never contacted me again. I called him and he said to send him my email address which I did, still didn't hear back, I called him again and he has never returned my calls after almost 3 weeks.In the meantime I have stopped taking other proposals.If my job was too small or he was too busy just tell me, no problem!"

Judy C on October 2024

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

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.