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Sampson's Landscaping, Inc.

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Sampson's Landscaping, Inc.

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., provides a variety of residential and commercial landscaping services for clients throughout Marin County, handling everything from water features, lighting and planting installations to masonry, woodwork and lawn maintenance. Aaron's personal involvement in every job sets Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., apart in its industry. Call us today for a free estimate!!!

"I'm a very active Gardener by hobby and have been for 45 years. Because of the drought, I had to shut off the water to our front lawn and big hillside in May of 2022. As expected, the lawn died and 147 the native shrubs I planted on the hillside in 1993, started dying from old age and also from the loss of water. The front yard is fairly large and the hillside is 140 feet long and 15' t.o 25' high from the public sidewalk. These shrubs became a huge wildfire hazard as were the four very large Hollywood juniper next to the house and two very large Italian cypress next to the driveway. The very large olive tree in the center of our front yard was starting to look terrible because of the loss of water and was an main allergy agent for us. I had all of this removed. Seven trees and 147 shrubs from the hillside. The end result was a moonscape appearance for nearly a year. We hired Sampson Landscaping to landscape, hardscape, install lightning and drip irrigation to this large blank canvas. It's done and looks amazing as all our immediate neighbors and passerbys have told us and keep telling us. We are very, very pleased with the job that Sampson did for us. We removed 7 trees but got 6 new ones to replace them. The estimated timeliness was 3 weeks from start to finish and was started ontime and completed in 2 weeks and 2.5 days. We made several design choice changes that added to to the total cost but the job remained on budget in lieu of those changes. We Stronly recommend Sampson Landscaping."

Richard S on September 2023

Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., provides a variety of residential and commercial landscaping services for clients throughout Marin County, handling everything from water features, lighting and planting installations to masonry, woodwork and lawn maintenance. Aaron's personal involvement in every job sets Sampson's Landscaping, Inc., apart in its industry. Call us today for a free estimate!!!

"I'm a very active Gardener by hobby and have been for 45 years. Because of the drought, I had to shut off the water to our front lawn and big hillside in May of 2022. As expected, the lawn died and 147 the native shrubs I planted on the hillside in 1993, started dying from old age and also from the loss of water. The front yard is fairly large and the hillside is 140 feet long and 15' t.o 25' high from the public sidewalk. These shrubs became a huge wildfire hazard as were the four very large Hollywood juniper next to the house and two very large Italian cypress next to the driveway. The very large olive tree in the center of our front yard was starting to look terrible because of the loss of water and was an main allergy agent for us. I had all of this removed. Seven trees and 147 shrubs from the hillside. The end result was a moonscape appearance for nearly a year. We hired Sampson Landscaping to landscape, hardscape, install lightning and drip irrigation to this large blank canvas. It's done and looks amazing as all our immediate neighbors and passerbys have told us and keep telling us. We are very, very pleased with the job that Sampson did for us. We removed 7 trees but got 6 new ones to replace them. The estimated timeliness was 3 weeks from start to finish and was started ontime and completed in 2 weeks and 2.5 days. We made several design choice changes that added to to the total cost but the job remained on budget in lieu of those changes. We Stronly recommend Sampson Landscaping."

Richard S on September 2023


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Green Magic Landscaping

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Green Magic Landscaping

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Green Magic has been performing our weekly lawn maintenance for over 20 years. Through the years we have hired them to do various projects on our property. They always do a great job. Would definitely recommend them."

Dennis H on January 2023

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! 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 all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Green Magic has been performing our weekly lawn maintenance for over 20 years. Through the years we have hired them to do various projects on our property. They always do a great job. Would definitely recommend them."

Dennis H on January 2023


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Geico Builders

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Geico Builders

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
422 local quotes requested

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 recently hired Geico Builders for a full home remodel, and the entire experience was fantastic. Their team worked quickly without cutting corners, and everyone who came into our home was friendly and respectful. They kept us updated throughout the project and made sure we felt comfortable with every step. What impressed me most was how clean they left the house each day no mess, no clutter. The final result turned out even better than we imagined. Truly a professional crew."

Sara W on November 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 recently hired Geico Builders for a full home remodel, and the entire experience was fantastic. Their team worked quickly without cutting corners, and everyone who came into our home was friendly and respectful. They kept us updated throughout the project and made sure we felt comfortable with every step. What impressed me most was how clean they left the house each day no mess, no clutter. The final result turned out even better than we imagined. Truly a professional crew."

Sara W on November 2025


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Noe’s Gardens

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Noe’s Gardens

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 local quotes requested

Specializing in landscaping! 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!

"Rodas Garden has done an excellent job taking care of our garden, in fact, we wound up hiring them on a regular basis. Noe and his crew are courteous and hard-working, and I highly recommend them!"

Hannah T on February 2021

Specializing in landscaping! 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!

"Rodas Garden has done an excellent job taking care of our garden, in fact, we wound up hiring them on a regular basis. Noe and his crew are courteous and hard-working, and I highly recommend them!"

Hannah T on February 2021


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Asvi's Gardening

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Asvi's Gardening

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2 years of experience
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with our 6 years experience is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

with our 6 years experience is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


RMC LANDSCAPES

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RMC LANDSCAPES

4.00(
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Customers say: Terrific value
21 years of experience

OWNER-OPERATED. USES SUBS FOR SURVEYING & ENGINEERS. CHARGES $75 AN HOUR 7/11/07. NO TRAVEL CHARGE. SERVICE CHARGES APPLY. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.

OWNER-OPERATED. USES SUBS FOR SURVEYING & ENGINEERS. CHARGES $75 AN HOUR 7/11/07. NO TRAVEL CHARGE. SERVICE CHARGES APPLY. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.


America's Best, Inc

4.35(
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America's Best, Inc

4.35(
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Customers say: Super punctual
43 years of experience

Cost is determined by the job. Payment terms are upon completion. Additional DBA - America's Best Window Cleaning.

Cost is determined by the job. Payment terms are upon completion. Additional DBA - America's Best Window Cleaning.


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Greener Better Lawns / Synthetic Grass

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Greener Better Lawns / Synthetic Grass

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20 years of experience

We are a licensed Landscape Company Installing artificial grass, putting greens since 2005 , our services includes but are not limited to: artificial grass turf & sod custom installations for residential & commercial areas .....we have installations starting at $7.00 Sq Ft.... we offer free estimates and we are insured & bonded. we beat any price and we serve the entire bay area..

We are a licensed Landscape Company Installing artificial grass, putting greens since 2005 , our services includes but are not limited to: artificial grass turf & sod custom installations for residential & commercial areas .....we have installations starting at $7.00 Sq Ft.... we offer free estimates and we are insured & bonded. we beat any price and we serve the entire bay area..


Custom sculpting Signs and More

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Custom sculpting Signs and More

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I do custom sculpting and 3D signs for small businesses or large businesses I've done many sculptures for Vans shoe stores, Hot topic stores even Las Vegas casinos my artwork is variable according to my client's needs, I can custom make totem poles, smoke shop wooden Indians, driveway entrances you name it anything is possible I do chainsaw art as well as fine sculpting

I do custom sculpting and 3D signs for small businesses or large businesses I've done many sculptures for Vans shoe stores, Hot topic stores even Las Vegas casinos my artwork is variable according to my client's needs, I can custom make totem poles, smoke shop wooden Indians, driveway entrances you name it anything is possible I do chainsaw art as well as fine sculpting


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William Logan Landscapes

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William Logan Landscapes

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 29yrs of professional Landscape Lighting experience, we pride ourselves in helping clients increase the value and beauty of their homes by creating elegant outdoor living spaces. We specialize in professionally installed, outdoor landscape lighting systems that will illuminize your outdoor space for years to come. We also create beautiful yard designs by combining seasonal color, perennials, landscaping, and maintenance, as well as installing irrigation systems to keep everything beautiful with minimal effort. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the end result of your project. Ask us about setting up a free landscape lighting demo! William Logan Landscapes is owner operated and Bill has a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Degree from the University of Oregon and was born right here in Marin. Please contact us today, we look forward to servicing you!

"Excellent service and great job."

Joan G on February 2022

With over 29yrs of professional Landscape Lighting experience, we pride ourselves in helping clients increase the value and beauty of their homes by creating elegant outdoor living spaces. We specialize in professionally installed, outdoor landscape lighting systems that will illuminize your outdoor space for years to come. We also create beautiful yard designs by combining seasonal color, perennials, landscaping, and maintenance, as well as installing irrigation systems to keep everything beautiful with minimal effort. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that you are completely satisfied with the end result of your project. Ask us about setting up a free landscape lighting demo! William Logan Landscapes is owner operated and Bill has a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Degree from the University of Oregon and was born right here in Marin. Please contact us today, we look forward to servicing you!

"Excellent service and great job."

Joan G on February 2022

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

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