With 52 years of experience, Spectrum Pool and Landscape creates highly customized, design-driven outdoor environments—from initial sketches to final touches. Founder Chuck Archuletta personally designs and oversees every project, drawing on a lifetime of hands-on expertise to create spaces that are beautiful, livable, and built to last. Known for his elegant hand-drawn plans, Chuck designs with a refined sense of how people move, gather, and enjoy their space. Spectrum’s work includes pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, fire and water features, California rooms, lighting, decks, arbors, landscaping, turf, irrigation, drainage, concrete, walls, and more. Fully licensed in pool, landscape, and masonry work, Spectrum is based in Alamo, CA and backed by decades of happy clients. Chuck is on site regularly and known for his craftsmanship, integrity, and follow-through.
"I cannot say enough about Spectrum Pool & Lamdscape! John, our project manager, was amazing with creating our backyard Oasis. Chuck, owner of Spectrum Pool & Landscape, is extremely knowledgeable and very kind. This company stands behind their work. I am so thankful we found them! if we could give them more than 5 we would! We were so impressed with their work, we decided to have them also landscape our front yard as well!"
Donna T on February 2024
With 52 years of experience, Spectrum Pool and Landscape creates highly customized, design-driven outdoor environments—from initial sketches to final touches. Founder Chuck Archuletta personally designs and oversees every project, drawing on a lifetime of hands-on expertise to create spaces that are beautiful, livable, and built to last. Known for his elegant hand-drawn plans, Chuck designs with a refined sense of how people move, gather, and enjoy their space. Spectrum’s work includes pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, fire and water features, California rooms, lighting, decks, arbors, landscaping, turf, irrigation, drainage, concrete, walls, and more. Fully licensed in pool, landscape, and masonry work, Spectrum is based in Alamo, CA and backed by decades of happy clients. Chuck is on site regularly and known for his craftsmanship, integrity, and follow-through.
"I cannot say enough about Spectrum Pool & Lamdscape! John, our project manager, was amazing with creating our backyard Oasis. Chuck, owner of Spectrum Pool & Landscape, is extremely knowledgeable and very kind. This company stands behind their work. I am so thankful we found them! if we could give them more than 5 we would! We were so impressed with their work, we decided to have them also landscape our front yard as well!"
Donna T on February 2024
We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"I recently had grass installed in my front yard and couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail. They helped me choose the right type of grass for my soil and sun exposure, and the installation process was smooth and efficient. What impressed me most was how clean they left the area—no mess, no damage to surrounding plants, and the grass looks lush and healthy. It’s completely transformed the look of my home. Highly recommend this service to anyone looking for high-quality grass installation. Great value and top-notch results!"
areli l on June 2025
We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"I recently had grass installed in my front yard and couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail. They helped me choose the right type of grass for my soil and sun exposure, and the installation process was smooth and efficient. What impressed me most was how clean they left the area—no mess, no damage to surrounding plants, and the grass looks lush and healthy. It’s completely transformed the look of my home. Highly recommend this service to anyone looking for high-quality grass installation. Great value and top-notch results!"
areli l on June 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Vin and Vin Landscaping, LLC - very professional & the quality of work was worth it."
Homeowner on September 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Vin and Vin Landscaping, LLC - very professional & the quality of work was worth it."
Homeowner on September 2022
Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! Our goal is to make you 100% happy.
"Josue, the owner of Crest Landscape is wonderful. He listens to what you want and anything is possible. He reassured me when I had difficulty with my fountain and said “no problem we will get it running” and running indeed he did. I will be using Josue to create my backyard into a sanctuary for me with my fountain as the centerpiece. He is personable and professional. Call him before he gets too busy. Excellent service. Victoria Smith"
Victoria a on October 2024
Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! Our goal is to make you 100% happy.
"Josue, the owner of Crest Landscape is wonderful. He listens to what you want and anything is possible. He reassured me when I had difficulty with my fountain and said “no problem we will get it running” and running indeed he did. I will be using Josue to create my backyard into a sanctuary for me with my fountain as the centerpiece. He is personable and professional. Call him before he gets too busy. Excellent service. Victoria Smith"
Victoria a on October 2024
We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, and more! Proudly serving the East Bay Area for over 15 years. We value our clients and love creating lasting relationships with people. Family owned and operated, you will be taken care of when you work with us. Have a home in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon, Danville, or Walnut Creek? Great! Get in touch with us through Angi or head over to our website and send us a contact request. We look forward to working with you and making your home look amazing! Our website link: http://www.trivalleylandscape.com/contact.html
"I love how our project came together. I looks amazing. Working with the TriValley team was a great experience."
Tammy B on December 2024
We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, and more! Proudly serving the East Bay Area for over 15 years. We value our clients and love creating lasting relationships with people. Family owned and operated, you will be taken care of when you work with us. Have a home in Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon, Danville, or Walnut Creek? Great! Get in touch with us through Angi or head over to our website and send us a contact request. We look forward to working with you and making your home look amazing! Our website link: http://www.trivalleylandscape.com/contact.html
"I love how our project came together. I looks amazing. Working with the TriValley team was a great experience."
Tammy B on December 2024
E&G Landscape has built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. We service both residential and commercial properties. We give you the peace of mind you need to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
E&G Landscape has built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. We service both residential and commercial properties. We give you the peace of mind you need to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
With over 15 years of landscaping and concrete business, we are here to help you with all your landscaping and concrete needs and dreams.
With over 15 years of landscaping and concrete business, we are here to help you with all your landscaping and concrete needs and dreams.
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 are completely satisfied with our backyard, where we wanted to do a complete renovation, making our yard more beautiful and usable, for games with friends, easy access for my dogs and everything else! From the beginning Brian helped us with the choice of materials, locations, colors and many great suggestions. Our Project Manager, Delmar, and Brian did an excellent job updating us and communicating and always responded quickly to any questions or concerns. We had a tight deadline for our project because we wanted to finish before 06/01 - he did our entire project quickly and efficiently! I want to thank you very much, I am very happy, I recommend Geico Builders and together with Brian for all your projects! I hope to work with him soon on our front yard, after all I only have good things to say!"
Mark S on June 2025
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 are completely satisfied with our backyard, where we wanted to do a complete renovation, making our yard more beautiful and usable, for games with friends, easy access for my dogs and everything else! From the beginning Brian helped us with the choice of materials, locations, colors and many great suggestions. Our Project Manager, Delmar, and Brian did an excellent job updating us and communicating and always responded quickly to any questions or concerns. We had a tight deadline for our project because we wanted to finish before 06/01 - he did our entire project quickly and efficiently! I want to thank you very much, I am very happy, I recommend Geico Builders and together with Brian for all your projects! I hope to work with him soon on our front yard, after all I only have good things to say!"
Mark S on June 2025
Family owned, with over 17 years of experience. Here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams
"Excellent work. Excellent crew. Hardworking - executing the design we wanted. The patio and walkways came out great."
Dave M on June 2024
Family owned, with over 17 years of experience. Here to help you with all your landscaping needs and dreams
"Excellent work. Excellent crew. Hardworking - executing the design we wanted. The patio and walkways came out great."
Dave M on June 2024
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. Family owned business with over 10 years of experience.
"When you need your project completed on time and within budget, I recommend Arciga Gardening. The Arciga Team have completed multiple projects for me and my neighbors, and everyone is happy with the professional high quality service."
Finn p on January 2024
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. Family owned business with over 10 years of experience.
"When you need your project completed on time and within budget, I recommend Arciga Gardening. The Arciga Team have completed multiple projects for me and my neighbors, and everyone is happy with the professional high quality service."
Finn p on January 2024
The optimal planting season for hedges depends on your climate zone, but early spring and fall offer ideal conditions. Spring planting allows roots to establish before summer heat arrives, while fall planting gives plants time to develop root systems before winter dormancy.
In milder climates, winter planting can work well, but avoid periods of extreme temperature or drought regardless of season to give your new hedge the best chance of successful establishment.
Proper spacing depends on the hedge variety and your desired outcome. Most hedge plants perform best when spaced between one and three feet apart. Fast-growing species need more room between plants to accommodate their eventual spread and allow for proper air circulation.
For immediate privacy, you might place plants closer together, but this approach can create competition for nutrients and may affect long-term health. Always check the specific spacing recommendations for your chosen hedge variety.
The time required for a hedge to form an effective privacy screen varies by plant type and initial size. Most hedges take between two and five years to develop full density when started with smaller plants. Fast-growing varieties like privet may establish more quickly, while slower-growing species like boxwood require additional patience.
Starting with larger plants reduces waiting time but increases initial costs. Regular watering, appropriate fertilization, and proper pruning techniques can help accelerate growth and density development.
For rapid privacy screening, consider fast-growing hedge options like privet, which can grow up to three feet annually in ideal conditions. Arborvitae varieties add approximately two feet of height per year and provide excellent year-round screening. Other quick-growing options include certain varieties of cypress and juniper.
While these fast-growing species provide quicker results, they require more frequent maintenance and may have shorter overall lifespans than slower-growing alternatives.
Most residential hedge planting projects don't require permits, but regulations vary by location. Some municipalities enforce height restrictions for hedges, particularly those along property lines or near roadways. If your planned hedge will exceed these height limitations, permits may be necessary.
Additionally, homeowners' association rules might govern hedge placement, species selection, and maintenance standards. Checking local regulations and HOA requirements before planting helps avoid potential complications and expenses.