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Oasis Turf & Hardscape

4.94(
89
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Approved Pro

Oasis Turf & Hardscape

4.94(
89
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

#1 Artificial Grass Company in Southern California We carefully and closely work with your vision to help you create an invigorating and functional space with artificial grass, putting greens, pavers and more... that not only looks great but is also one that can be enjoyed for many years with very little maintenance and a lifetime warranty!

"You should definitely have Jay at Oasis give you an estimate for your project – even if you’re not sure what you want. We only had a general idea and frankly needed some expert input & direction for ours. Jay provided it – he knows what he’s doing, folks. Here’s what you should expect. • Jay and his son Sean were on time, professional, and personable – pic below. • Sean quietly used a tablet to prep an on-the-spot design drawing with cost estimate as we walked our yard with Jay to flesh out the project. The design and estimate updated dynamically, real-time & with measurements, as we added and changed things. Amazing! • Jay left us with a full design drawing and estimate along with his personal contact information. Follow up text, phone, and email communications with Jay were easy and he responded rapidly to questions and design changes. • He helped us with subsequent design changes and we had updated drawings and cost estimates within a few hours at most (understandably, no chan"

Jim R on February 2026

#1 Artificial Grass Company in Southern California We carefully and closely work with your vision to help you create an invigorating and functional space with artificial grass, putting greens, pavers and more... that not only looks great but is also one that can be enjoyed for many years with very little maintenance and a lifetime warranty!

"You should definitely have Jay at Oasis give you an estimate for your project – even if you’re not sure what you want. We only had a general idea and frankly needed some expert input & direction for ours. Jay provided it – he knows what he’s doing, folks. Here’s what you should expect. • Jay and his son Sean were on time, professional, and personable – pic below. • Sean quietly used a tablet to prep an on-the-spot design drawing with cost estimate as we walked our yard with Jay to flesh out the project. The design and estimate updated dynamically, real-time & with measurements, as we added and changed things. Amazing! • Jay left us with a full design drawing and estimate along with his personal contact information. Follow up text, phone, and email communications with Jay were easy and he responded rapidly to questions and design changes. • He helped us with subsequent design changes and we had updated drawings and cost estimates within a few hours at most (understandably, no chan"

Jim R on February 2026


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Del Mar Landscaping

4.85(
280
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Del Mar Landscaping

4.85(
280
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

Del Mar Landscaping was started by founder Conrad Romero in Long Beach, California. What started as a local maintenance company in 1993 has grown and developed into a large family business who take great pride in their ability to address your landscaping needs. We at Del Mar Landscape provide a complete spectrum of landscape services with professional and personal care for each client's needs. We specialize in Landscape Installation, Irrigation, Hardscape Installation, Concrete Services, Landscape Maintenance Services, Tree Trimming, Custom Projects, Residences, and Commercial Developments. Our commitment is to maintain a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. Our standards are high as our quality of the work we offer.

"Conrad was a pleasure to work with. Through out the project he maintained great communication and follow through. The work was completed on time and on budget. Highly recommend"

Mike B on December 2025

Del Mar Landscaping was started by founder Conrad Romero in Long Beach, California. What started as a local maintenance company in 1993 has grown and developed into a large family business who take great pride in their ability to address your landscaping needs. We at Del Mar Landscape provide a complete spectrum of landscape services with professional and personal care for each client's needs. We specialize in Landscape Installation, Irrigation, Hardscape Installation, Concrete Services, Landscape Maintenance Services, Tree Trimming, Custom Projects, Residences, and Commercial Developments. Our commitment is to maintain a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. Our standards are high as our quality of the work we offer.

"Conrad was a pleasure to work with. Through out the project he maintained great communication and follow through. The work was completed on time and on budget. Highly recommend"

Mike B on December 2025


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Omega Turf Artificial Grass

4.94(
18
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Omega Turf Artificial Grass

4.94(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

With well over a decade of experience our family owned company puts the service back in customer service. We are licensed, bonded, insured and carry workman's compensation for your protection. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and deliver the yard of your dreams.

"The job was discounted for a previous job. Work was completed as planned. Work was top notch. Workers were friendly,hard working and responsive. Chris, the owner, came to check on the job. Cleanup was good daily. I am very pleased with the results. No more watering and lawn mowing. Yea!"

Kenneth K on June 2018

With well over a decade of experience our family owned company puts the service back in customer service. We are licensed, bonded, insured and carry workman's compensation for your protection. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and deliver the yard of your dreams.

"The job was discounted for a previous job. Work was completed as planned. Work was top notch. Workers were friendly,hard working and responsive. Chris, the owner, came to check on the job. Cleanup was good daily. I am very pleased with the results. No more watering and lawn mowing. Yea!"

Kenneth K on June 2018


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Golden Landscape Construction & Management

4.97(
17
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Golden Landscape Construction & Management

4.97(
17
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

For more than 33 years, Golden Landscape Construction has been transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional landscapes that exceed our clients' expectations, while fostering a team environment that values integrity and professionalism. We partner with our clients to create dream outdoor spaces, providing exceptional service and personalized solutions to enhance their property's value and enjoyment. By using sustainable practices and high-quality materials, we design and build landscapes that are both beautiful and environmentally responsible, creating a lasting positive impact for our clients and communities.

"The project started on schedule and completed without any issue. Thank you Steve and the crew."

Ronald Y on November 2025

For more than 33 years, Golden Landscape Construction has been transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional landscapes that exceed our clients' expectations, while fostering a team environment that values integrity and professionalism. We partner with our clients to create dream outdoor spaces, providing exceptional service and personalized solutions to enhance their property's value and enjoyment. By using sustainable practices and high-quality materials, we design and build landscapes that are both beautiful and environmentally responsible, creating a lasting positive impact for our clients and communities.

"The project started on schedule and completed without any issue. Thank you Steve and the crew."

Ronald Y on November 2025


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EcOrganic Landscape Services

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro

EcOrganic Landscape Services

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

If you need prompt, professional, and reputable service, our customer reviews will confirm EOLS as your company! For free estimates and consultations, contact us at (949) 208-2030 or email us at customers@ecorganiclandscape.com. Visit us at www.ecorganiclandscape.com. EOLS offers high-quality, organic, natural, and eco-friendly solutions to create a healthy more sustainable environment. Our care focuses on detail and artisanal practices. We avoid chemicals and use organic elements, and operate with clean air/quieter equipment. We ensure that wherever your children and pets walk, touch, or breathe is free of contaminants. We build edible gardens with herbs, veggies, and fruit trees. We install drought-tolerant materials, trees, turf, and other vegetation. We convert your irrigation system to an efficient and intelligent one. We install your planters, walls, decks, BBQs, fire pits, synthetic grass, and more. EOLS is licensed, locally owned & operated, based in Orange County, CA.

"Mario, with EcOrganic Landscape Services (ELOS), was brought in to resolve a difficult situation with our community irrigation system. It was a significant break in the main line underneath a concrete driveway. Previously, this main line was repaired by another company in the same spot. Once Mario analyzed the situation, he determined the root cause of the breaks and provided us with a permanent solution. He replaced the entire pipe under the concrete with a single piece, eliminating all joints under the concrete. He did it in a non-invasive way so that the driveway looks like nothing happened. Furthermore, Mario is very professional and responsible, and he stayed on top of the entire project process, communicating effectively with me and with the homeowner affected by the break. As expected, I have already rehired EOLS to help us with another landscape issue. We highly recommend Mario from EOLS for your irrigation and landscape services. He will do an excellent job for you."

Sue W on September 2025

If you need prompt, professional, and reputable service, our customer reviews will confirm EOLS as your company! For free estimates and consultations, contact us at (949) 208-2030 or email us at customers@ecorganiclandscape.com. Visit us at www.ecorganiclandscape.com. EOLS offers high-quality, organic, natural, and eco-friendly solutions to create a healthy more sustainable environment. Our care focuses on detail and artisanal practices. We avoid chemicals and use organic elements, and operate with clean air/quieter equipment. We ensure that wherever your children and pets walk, touch, or breathe is free of contaminants. We build edible gardens with herbs, veggies, and fruit trees. We install drought-tolerant materials, trees, turf, and other vegetation. We convert your irrigation system to an efficient and intelligent one. We install your planters, walls, decks, BBQs, fire pits, synthetic grass, and more. EOLS is licensed, locally owned & operated, based in Orange County, CA.

"Mario, with EcOrganic Landscape Services (ELOS), was brought in to resolve a difficult situation with our community irrigation system. It was a significant break in the main line underneath a concrete driveway. Previously, this main line was repaired by another company in the same spot. Once Mario analyzed the situation, he determined the root cause of the breaks and provided us with a permanent solution. He replaced the entire pipe under the concrete with a single piece, eliminating all joints under the concrete. He did it in a non-invasive way so that the driveway looks like nothing happened. Furthermore, Mario is very professional and responsible, and he stayed on top of the entire project process, communicating effectively with me and with the homeowner affected by the break. As expected, I have already rehired EOLS to help us with another landscape issue. We highly recommend Mario from EOLS for your irrigation and landscape services. He will do an excellent job for you."

Sue W on September 2025


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Gardens Tune Up

5.00(
15
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Approved Pro

Gardens Tune Up

5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
32 years of experience
Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did a great job on repairing my existing sprinkler system. Good work and clean job site."

Don Y on October 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did a great job on repairing my existing sprinkler system. Good work and clean job site."

Don Y on October 2025


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Rainbow Landscaping

4.89(
64
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Rainbow Landscaping

4.89(
64
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Residential and Commercial Hard and Soft Landscaping, Water Drainage Systems, Landscape Lighting, Sprinkler Installation and Repair, Landscape Renovation, Sod Removal, Sodding and Seeding, Retaining Walls, Stump Grinding and Removal, Yard Cleanups and Maintenance, Synthetic Grass, Brick Planters and Pavers, Concrete and Block Walls, Tree Pruning and Topping, Tree Lacing and Removal, Tree Trimming, Ivy and Bush Removal, Yard Slope Removal, Wood and Vinyl Fencing, Junk Hauling, Palm Trimming, Palm Skinning, and Palm Removal. We have workers compensation insurance.

"Tree removal was successful"

Nicole S on December 2025

Residential and Commercial Hard and Soft Landscaping, Water Drainage Systems, Landscape Lighting, Sprinkler Installation and Repair, Landscape Renovation, Sod Removal, Sodding and Seeding, Retaining Walls, Stump Grinding and Removal, Yard Cleanups and Maintenance, Synthetic Grass, Brick Planters and Pavers, Concrete and Block Walls, Tree Pruning and Topping, Tree Lacing and Removal, Tree Trimming, Ivy and Bush Removal, Yard Slope Removal, Wood and Vinyl Fencing, Junk Hauling, Palm Trimming, Palm Skinning, and Palm Removal. We have workers compensation insurance.

"Tree removal was successful"

Nicole S on December 2025


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VEGA LANDSCAPE

4.83(
168
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VEGA LANDSCAPE

4.83(
168
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Our goal is to provide affordable solutions to modern outdoor living. With over 25 years in business we have been proudly serving Orange County earning awards from the Southern California Spring Garden Show and have been featured on some of HGTV’s highest rated shows! What separates us from our competition is owner Nick Vega, personally oversees every project from start to finish. This means direct communication with you every step of the way to ensure you are fully satisfied with the final outcome of your project. In addition to Nick’s award winning designs, we can help with all aspects of landscape and hardscape. If you’re in need of a design or you just have a small project you want taken care of give us a call!

"He was very helpful. "

Roger N on March 2026

Our goal is to provide affordable solutions to modern outdoor living. With over 25 years in business we have been proudly serving Orange County earning awards from the Southern California Spring Garden Show and have been featured on some of HGTV’s highest rated shows! What separates us from our competition is owner Nick Vega, personally oversees every project from start to finish. This means direct communication with you every step of the way to ensure you are fully satisfied with the final outcome of your project. In addition to Nick’s award winning designs, we can help with all aspects of landscape and hardscape. If you’re in need of a design or you just have a small project you want taken care of give us a call!

"He was very helpful. "

Roger N on March 2026


Touchstone Masonry

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Touchstone Masonry

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Block Wall Construction Bricklaying Concrete Masonry Construction Concrete Paving Concrete Repair Driveway Construction Firepit Construction Masonry Repair Outdoor Kitchen Construction Patio/Porch Construction Paver Installation Planter Wall Construction Pool Deck Construction Retaining Wall Construction Sealcoating Sidewalk/Walkway Construction Stairs/Steps Construction Stamped Concrete Installation Stone Masonry Construction

"Very quick - extensive project only took 2 days, they did a great job and cleaned up everything afterwards. Would absolutely hire again."

Katrina M on November 2024

Block Wall Construction Bricklaying Concrete Masonry Construction Concrete Paving Concrete Repair Driveway Construction Firepit Construction Masonry Repair Outdoor Kitchen Construction Patio/Porch Construction Paver Installation Planter Wall Construction Pool Deck Construction Retaining Wall Construction Sealcoating Sidewalk/Walkway Construction Stairs/Steps Construction Stamped Concrete Installation Stone Masonry Construction

"Very quick - extensive project only took 2 days, they did a great job and cleaned up everything afterwards. Would absolutely hire again."

Katrina M on November 2024


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Evo Turf & Pavers

4.53(
19
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Approved Pro

Evo Turf & Pavers

4.53(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Evo Turf & Evo Pavers was built with Southern California homeowners in mind, especially those tired of sky-high water bills, patchy grass, and endless yard work. Since discovering the potential of synthetic turf in 2006, we’ve been committed to transforming outdoor spaces into clean, modern, and low-maintenance environments. Our company is rooted in three pillars: product expertise, top-tier customer service, and fair competitive pricing. That’s what’s made us one of the fastest-growing landscape providers in San Diego, Riverside, and Orange Counties. As San Diego natives and lifelong friends, we take a hands-on approach: one of us will be the one answering your call, walking your property, or checking in after installation. From the first conversation to the final walkthrough, we’re here with honest advice, prompt communication, and a focus on long-term satisfaction. Considering making the switch to synthetic turf? No more mowing, watering, seeding, or chemicals. Say goodbye to bugs, allergies, pet urine spots, and brown patches, and hello to a green, beautiful yard that looks great every day of the year. Contact us for a free quote today!

"I’m so glad I went with this company; they made everything simple and did a fantastic job. Highly recommend!"

Kamry W on June 2025

Evo Turf & Evo Pavers was built with Southern California homeowners in mind, especially those tired of sky-high water bills, patchy grass, and endless yard work. Since discovering the potential of synthetic turf in 2006, we’ve been committed to transforming outdoor spaces into clean, modern, and low-maintenance environments. Our company is rooted in three pillars: product expertise, top-tier customer service, and fair competitive pricing. That’s what’s made us one of the fastest-growing landscape providers in San Diego, Riverside, and Orange Counties. As San Diego natives and lifelong friends, we take a hands-on approach: one of us will be the one answering your call, walking your property, or checking in after installation. From the first conversation to the final walkthrough, we’re here with honest advice, prompt communication, and a focus on long-term satisfaction. Considering making the switch to synthetic turf? No more mowing, watering, seeding, or chemicals. Say goodbye to bugs, allergies, pet urine spots, and brown patches, and hello to a green, beautiful yard that looks great every day of the year. Contact us for a free quote today!

"I’m so glad I went with this company; they made everything simple and did a fantastic job. Highly recommend!"

Kamry W on June 2025

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

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

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