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Avatar for Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
4.9(
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Ken was very professional. He determined the project requirements, provided an estimated time to complete the project and provided a cost estimate. He met the requirements and did an outstanding job. Ken's customer service skills were outstanding, including the fact that he listened. "
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+4

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Basave LANDSCAPING
5.0(
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I'm delighted with my new backyard grass. The turf looks super natural, like a golf course, and they were willing to do the work on a weekend so as not to disturb my at home business. Gomer was a delight to work with. "
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carrillo Landscape
4.9(
28
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"recently we hired Carrillolandscape to make up our patio, oscar came up with brainstorming ideas to help us clear up our minds and the result was beautiful. they install turf to make things more affordable and low maintenance removing some things that make our space safer and bigger by installing pavers and some plants. Thank you, Oscar and your team for such a great job."
Pavers installation
Pavers installation
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Perfect Landscaping
4.7(
8
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Angi 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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Crest Landscape
5.0(
5
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Easily my best experience with construction projects! I have an old house that has some suboptimal drainage system: some gutter downspouts directly pour onto the ground next to the foundation walls, and some downspouts are connected with an underground pipe system that does not drain very well. Josue and his team provided a very thoughtful plan with every detail in the contract, and swiftly finished the whole project in less than 2 weeks. The whole job includes quite some digging to implement 2 underground water pipe systems that navigate all the way to 30ft away from the house, plus additional gutter downspout installation. Besides, Josue assured 100% customer satisfaction: he is super active during the whole process, almost visiting the site himself everyday, and answered every single of my questions"
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Romero Landscape
5.0(
3
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The best team! I am very grateful for the care taken to insure I was satisfied. Even with the language barrier we were able to communicate what my vision was and they made my dream come true!! Punctual, neat, organized, and exceptional attention to detail…even did extra things that last minute I asked for. Thanks guys! 🙏🏻😎🎊"
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Turf installation, outdoor bbq islands, decks, gazebos, fences etc
Turf installation, outdoor bbq islands, decks, gazebos, fences etc
Installation of pavers
BBQ island

+78

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hoang Landscaping
3.5(
91
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Serving Pleasanton, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"Mr.Hoang and his crew did an excellent job. Had them do 64ft. of 8-inch mow strip and a small walkway and a small pad leading to my side room door. His cement work was perfect. They cleaned up all their mess and left my place looking better than when they got there. Very happy with his masonry work. And could not beat the price. Will be hiring him again."
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Patio
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+133

Response time11 hrs
Response rate92%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Pleasanton, 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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