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Flores Artscape

3959 Eagle Rock Blvd
4.22(
82
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•Approved Pro

Flores Artscape

3959 Eagle Rock Blvd
4.22(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
829 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

With over 500 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviews across our platforms, we look forward to servicing you with top quality work. Flores Artscape is landscape construction company established in 2004 by husband and wife team Rumaldo and Miriam Flores after years of prior experience in landscaping and gardening. We offer a variety of services such as hardscape, softscape, planting, lighting, irrigation, flagstone, pavers, and much more. We take our business personally, that is why we offer our service and integrity to you. We make sure your experience with us is great and provide you with landscaping that reflects you and who you are!

"The crew from start to finish were great! Eric, Julio and the team were responsive and very conscientious about gently moving around our current plants especially when they installed the wiring and lights! We had a few details that we needed to call them back that needed adjusting for and so far they have been responsive and have promised to handle within the week."

Ellen P. H on June 2025

With over 500 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ reviews across our platforms, we look forward to servicing you with top quality work. Flores Artscape is landscape construction company established in 2004 by husband and wife team Rumaldo and Miriam Flores after years of prior experience in landscaping and gardening. We offer a variety of services such as hardscape, softscape, planting, lighting, irrigation, flagstone, pavers, and much more. We take our business personally, that is why we offer our service and integrity to you. We make sure your experience with us is great and provide you with landscaping that reflects you and who you are!

"The crew from start to finish were great! Eric, Julio and the team were responsive and very conscientious about gently moving around our current plants especially when they installed the wiring and lights! We had a few details that we needed to call them back that needed adjusting for and so far they have been responsive and have promised to handle within the week."

Ellen P. H on June 2025

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Relentless The Landscaping Company

631 Los Gatos Ln
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

Relentless The Landscaping Company

631 Los Gatos Ln
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

Welcome to Relentless “The Landscaping Company”, your premier destination for full-service landscaping solutions. With a passion for transforming outdoor spaces, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services tailored to meet your unique needs. Whether it's designing breathtaking gardens, installing irrigation systems, or maintaining lush lawns, our experienced team is dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Backed by years of expertise and a commitment to excellence, we strive to create outdoor environments that inspire and delight. Discover the difference with Relentless “The Landscaping Company” where every landscape tells a story of beauty and craftsmanship.

"I could not have higher praise! I reached out to them on a Tuesday morning and that afternoon they had come over, provided a quote and started/finished the job on Thursday. I was having 47ft of fencing replaced and I am so thankful for the quality and quick response - it’s beautiful. I plan on doing more landscape work with them with year."

Jennifer J on May 2025

Welcome to Relentless “The Landscaping Company”, your premier destination for full-service landscaping solutions. With a passion for transforming outdoor spaces, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services tailored to meet your unique needs. Whether it's designing breathtaking gardens, installing irrigation systems, or maintaining lush lawns, our experienced team is dedicated to exceeding your expectations. Backed by years of expertise and a commitment to excellence, we strive to create outdoor environments that inspire and delight. Discover the difference with Relentless “The Landscaping Company” where every landscape tells a story of beauty and craftsmanship.

"I could not have higher praise! I reached out to them on a Tuesday morning and that afternoon they had come over, provided a quote and started/finished the job on Thursday. I was having 47ft of fencing replaced and I am so thankful for the quality and quick response - it’s beautiful. I plan on doing more landscape work with them with year."

Jennifer J on May 2025

Four Seasons Landscape Materials

17115 Penn Valley Dr
5.00(
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Four Seasons Landscape Materials

17115 Penn Valley Dr
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Four Seasons Landscape Materials

Four Seasons Landscape Materials

A-1 Drilling and Pump

1218 S Mirage Ave
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A-1 Drilling and Pump

1218 S Mirage Ave
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Free onsite estimate

A-1 Drilling and Pump

A-1 Drilling and Pump

Brian's Lawn Maintenance

2201 S Fontana St
4.00(
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Brian's Lawn Maintenance

2201 S Fontana St
4.00(
2
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Customers say: True professional
25 years of experience

We are a proud winner of the Visalia Garden Club award! Spraying trees, lawn and flowers is essential to longevity. Brian's Lawn Maintenance understands how to maximize the results of our local landscaping with each visit.

"See above typing space."

Sharra M on August 2018

We are a proud winner of the Visalia Garden Club award! Spraying trees, lawn and flowers is essential to longevity. Brian's Lawn Maintenance understands how to maximize the results of our local landscaping with each visit.

"See above typing space."

Sharra M on August 2018

Go Green Products

PO Box 562
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Go Green Products

PO Box 562
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22 years of experience

Wholesale provider of new american made artificial grass and turf products. We also carry a line of off grid solar products.

Wholesale provider of new american made artificial grass and turf products. We also carry a line of off grid solar products.

Rafael Tree Service

41533 156th St E
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Rafael Tree Service

41533 156th St E
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GarCo Transitions

P.O.Box 627
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GarCo Transitions

P.O.Box 627
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20 years of experience

GarCo is a family owned business that specializes in customer service, Epoxy, Urethane, Acrylic, Acid & water based stains on concrete surfaces. We have applied coatings for Homeowners, Dog Kennels, Spay and Neuter Clinics, Water Treatment Facilities, Restaurants, Elementary & High Schools, Funeral Homes, Bakeries, Fire Stations and more. We service all of northern California. At GarCo we are here to help, we understand the economy may have some project budgets running on empty. We can help, let us do the prep work, crack and surface repair, surface scarification, everything ready for you to apply your own coating yourself and Save. As a special offer to Angie's list members, Mention you found us on Angie's List and receive $250 Off any coating, min.400sf. The Contractors State License Board requires anyone applying concrete coating and/or sealers to poses a CSLB license, classification C61/D06 and to be bonded Be a smart consumer always check with: CSLB WWW.cslb.ca.gov to confirm the license status of anyone offering you a bid for concrete coatings. GarCo Transitions Lic.# 895848 866-785-4011 garcias@caltel.com www.garcotransitions.com

GarCo is a family owned business that specializes in customer service, Epoxy, Urethane, Acrylic, Acid & water based stains on concrete surfaces. We have applied coatings for Homeowners, Dog Kennels, Spay and Neuter Clinics, Water Treatment Facilities, Restaurants, Elementary & High Schools, Funeral Homes, Bakeries, Fire Stations and more. We service all of northern California. At GarCo we are here to help, we understand the economy may have some project budgets running on empty. We can help, let us do the prep work, crack and surface repair, surface scarification, everything ready for you to apply your own coating yourself and Save. As a special offer to Angie's list members, Mention you found us on Angie's List and receive $250 Off any coating, min.400sf. The Contractors State License Board requires anyone applying concrete coating and/or sealers to poses a CSLB license, classification C61/D06 and to be bonded Be a smart consumer always check with: CSLB WWW.cslb.ca.gov to confirm the license status of anyone offering you a bid for concrete coatings. GarCo Transitions Lic.# 895848 866-785-4011 garcias@caltel.com www.garcotransitions.com

Rcst

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Rcst

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9 years of experience

We do pretty much everything for an affordable price. If we can’t do it we know someone who get the job done.

We do pretty much everything for an affordable price. If we can’t do it we know someone who get the job done.

Bella wildfire & forestry services

Pob 195
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Bella wildfire & forestry services

Pob 195
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17 years of experience

BWFS is a small company specializing in fire prevention and forest improvement planning. We are professional foresters and wildland firefighters dedicated to assisting home owner associations, local government, private landowners and anyone else who needs assistance with preventing wildfires and improving the health forests and oak woodlands. We offer very competitive prices; we are fully insured and licensed to practice forestry in the state of California.

BWFS is a small company specializing in fire prevention and forest improvement planning. We are professional foresters and wildland firefighters dedicated to assisting home owner associations, local government, private landowners and anyone else who needs assistance with preventing wildfires and improving the health forests and oak woodlands. We offer very competitive prices; we are fully insured and licensed to practice forestry in the state of California.

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FAQs for basement drainage channels installation projects in Portola, CA

Expect a well-built French drain to last 30 to 40 years. By channeling both surface- and ground-water away from your foundation, the system relieves hydrostatic pressure and helps prevent costly structural damage. Choose a pipe with a quality cloth filter to keep sediment out and extend the drain’s life. A quick annual inspection and routine cleanouts will keep water flowing freely, ensuring the system continues to protect your home for years to come.

Most French drains sit two feet below grade, but depth ultimately depends on the problem you’re solving. For puddling rainwater or snowmelt, a shallow curtain drain at lawn level often does the trick. To handle rising groundwater, pros dig deeper, down to the footing, and run the pipe beneath the basement slab. A drainage contractor will determine the optimal depth for your specific soil conditions and water issues.

A properly installed interior French drain captures water at the slab, channels it to a sump pit, and directs it safely outside, preventing basement floods before they occur. Because the pipe sits just under the floor edge, a plumber can reach it easily for cleaning or repairs. Pairing the drain with a reliable sump pump gives you the best long-term protection.

Hire a contractor who installs drainage systems every day—typically a foundation specialist, drainage contractor, experienced landscaper, or plumber with waterproofing experience. These pros understand slope, soil, and local codes, and they have the equipment to trench safely around utilities. Ask for references and photos of recent jobs to be sure they can design a system that keeps water off your foundation for decades.

Once the drain is in, patch the yard by reseeding bare spots or replacing plants the crew removed. Inside, look for ways to add value—finishing the basement or upgrading interior waterproofing while the space is open often costs less now than later. Schedule a quick annual checkup to flush sediment and confirm the pipe and sump pump are clear. Consistent maintenance ensures the drain functions properly and protects your investment.

Most policies don’t cover the cost of repairing a French drain itself, but they may provide coverage for water damage if the system fails. Coverage varies by insurer, so be sure to read the fine print or contact your agent before any issues arise. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, consider a separate flood policy to close the gap. Knowing your coverage in advance helps you budget for repairs and avoid unexpected costs.

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