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Avatar for Scenic Route Landscaping
Scenic Route Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fausto and his workers are amazing and are very professional, hard working, and devoted to our vision. Fausto dug up our old lawn in our front and back yards, flattened out all the gopher holes and installed gopher wire and laid out a sprinkler system! I asked Fausto at the beginning if he could take out a tree too because the tree was rotted; Fausto didnâ  t blink an eye and said â  of courseâ  . He is willing to pivot in the course of the job to accommodate job changes. Fausto is patient and explains the process step by step. Our yard is looking amazing thanks to Fausto and it took about five days to complete the job! Thank you again!"
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Small retaining wall
Retaining wall and pavers
Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Shofar Landscape Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did the job well and worked very hard. They were happy to take care of all the odds and ends I needed done in my yard and gave me advice on my rose bushes too!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Rebaza Landscaping Maintenance Services
4.8(
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Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceeded my expectations!!!! Claif and his crew were very professional, friendly and easy to work with. They did quality work, measuring twice and then a third time, to make sure everything was perfect. They were prompt and worked hard, sometimes more than 10 hours/day. Claif was very quick to respond to my texts and answer any questions I had. I appreciated how Claif would always double check with me when there was a choice or decision to be made. It was obvious that it was important to him that I got exactly what I wanted. I now have the backyard of my dreams, and I owe it all to Claif and his crew. I have posted both before and after photos."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Cornejo LANSCAPING
5.0(
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Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"We had artificial turf installed in our back patio. Cristian was responsive, has a great attitude, and he was flexible scheduling our project. He and his team were professional, detailed, respectful, clean, and did an awesome job! It was an absolute pleasure to work with Cristian. He takes pride in his work and he implemented our vision for the project perfectly and had great suggestions along the way. We would highly recommend Cornejo Landscaping! Project scope involved removing pavers and existing turf and installing artificial turf and flagstone path."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Forever Green Landscape Construction
5.0(
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Serving Orcutt, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: Quick response

"Mike and his crew from Forevergreen Landscape did a fantastic job. On time, great communication, creative ideas . Look no further In your search for a full service landscape contractor . I interviewed 5 other companies. All were solid. Forevergreen offered so much added value . You will not regret your decision. "
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Orcutt, 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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