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Superior Landscaping
10618 Encino Drive
4.63(
35
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Approved Pro
Superior Landscaping
10618 Encino Drive
4.63(
35
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I would highly recommend using Superior Landscaping for your next landscaping project. Cody, the owner, brought a couple of guys and did an incredible and efficient job trimming and cleaning up palm trees and a giant bird of paradise bush on my property. They were thorough to avoid damaging anything in my yard and rose garden. They did an incredible job cleaning up the clippings and debris. Their prices were very reasonable."

Diane B on March 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I would highly recommend using Superior Landscaping for your next landscaping project. Cody, the owner, brought a couple of guys and did an incredible and efficient job trimming and cleaning up palm trees and a giant bird of paradise bush on my property. They were thorough to avoid damaging anything in my yard and rose garden. They did an incredible job cleaning up the clippings and debris. Their prices were very reasonable."

Diane B on March 2024


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B&D Landscaping, Inc.
26 La Cumbra St
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B&D Landscaping, Inc.
26 La Cumbra St
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.

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.


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DOUBLE R LANDSCAPING
1680 1ST CT
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DOUBLE R LANDSCAPING
1680 1ST CT
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

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!


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Essential Landscapes Inc.
121 Wilson Ave
5.00(
4
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Essential Landscapes Inc.
121 Wilson Ave
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

At Essential Landscapes Inc we provide expert landscaping and hardscape solutions to enhance outdoor spaces. Our services include lawn care, garden design, tree and shrub planting, irrigation installation, outdoor lighting, along with hardscape features such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, and fire pits. Whether you’re looking to create a relaxing outdoor retreat or boost curb appeal, we deliver durable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing results tailored to your vision.

"Essential Landscape’s crew are hardworking, knowledgeable and punctual. Jorge, the owner is very flexible and fair. He guarantees his services and is a professional business owner. I recommend them."

Laurel R on January 2025

At Essential Landscapes Inc we provide expert landscaping and hardscape solutions to enhance outdoor spaces. Our services include lawn care, garden design, tree and shrub planting, irrigation installation, outdoor lighting, along with hardscape features such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, and fire pits. Whether you’re looking to create a relaxing outdoor retreat or boost curb appeal, we deliver durable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing results tailored to your vision.

"Essential Landscape’s crew are hardworking, knowledgeable and punctual. Jorge, the owner is very flexible and fair. He guarantees his services and is a professional business owner. I recommend them."

Laurel R on January 2025


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Forever Green Landscape Construction
PO Box 1489
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Forever Green Landscape Construction
PO Box 1489
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
195 local quotes requested

Forever Green Landscape Construction 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.

"Smooth and efficient work! Communication was clear. Whole project took less than 3 months even with rain delays! My vision came to life just as I wanted! I’m very happy and impressed with the work and have already got so many compliments from my neighbors!"

Kendra J on March 2025

Forever Green Landscape Construction 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.

"Smooth and efficient work! Communication was clear. Whole project took less than 3 months even with rain delays! My vision came to life just as I wanted! I’m very happy and impressed with the work and have already got so many compliments from my neighbors!"

Kendra J on March 2025


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Cornejo LANSCAPING
410 W Micheltorena St
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Cornejo LANSCAPING
410 W Micheltorena St
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
314 local quotes requested

landscaping, Artificial turf,patty green ,landscaping lights ,pavers,flag stone, slaps, wood fance, irrigation, timers,grading machine, retaining wall.mantenance ,vinyl and wood flooring , pergolas , sprinkler. p

"Excellent! Professional, quick, quality work!"

Sergy c on April 2025

landscaping, Artificial turf,patty green ,landscaping lights ,pavers,flag stone, slaps, wood fance, irrigation, timers,grading machine, retaining wall.mantenance ,vinyl and wood flooring , pergolas , sprinkler. p

"Excellent! Professional, quick, quality work!"

Sergy c on April 2025


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Green Valley Landscape and Design Inc
5.00(
7
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Green Valley Landscape and Design Inc
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
387 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, 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 an estimate today!

"Very happy with the business interaction and finished product"

dona s on August 2023

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, 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 an estimate today!

"Very happy with the business interaction and finished product"

dona s on August 2023


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Roberto's Landscaping
542 Xanadu Way
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Roberto's Landscaping
542 Xanadu Way
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
450 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"All well and very quickly I had my fountain working again. Should not have waited so long before calling Roberto's."

Nancy H on August 2024

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"All well and very quickly I had my fountain working again. Should not have waited so long before calling Roberto's."

Nancy H on August 2024


Jaimes Landscapes
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5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Jaimes Landscapes
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5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
455 local quotes requested

Jaimes Landscapes is your go-to solution for all your landscaping needs in Los Angeles. Our team of experts specializes in landscaping and can handle any project with precision and efficiency. Contact us today for exceptional service and transform your outdoor space into a beautiful oasis.

"He was excellent. They were good, fantastic, conscientious, polite and they were very pleasant."

Jeff D on March 2020

Jaimes Landscapes is your go-to solution for all your landscaping needs in Los Angeles. Our team of experts specializes in landscaping and can handle any project with precision and efficiency. Contact us today for exceptional service and transform your outdoor space into a beautiful oasis.

"He was excellent. They were good, fantastic, conscientious, polite and they were very pleasant."

Jeff D on March 2020


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Barba Landscape & Design
710 Marine St
3.70(
99
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Approved Pro
Barba Landscape & Design
710 Marine St
3.70(
99
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1292 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Your Trusted Local Landscaping Experts 🌿 We provide comprehensive landscaping services, from design and installation to ongoing maintenance. As a family-owned and locally operated business with over 25 years of experience, we take pride in handling every project in-house—never subcontracting—to ensure the highest quality and attention to detail. ✅ Licensed, Insured & Bonded ✅ Workman’s Compensation Coverage ✅ Free Estimates on All Services Get in touch today by phone or email—we’d love to bring your landscaping vision to life!

"These people will not reply after I took the time to send photos and explain the job. THEY DO NOT WANT TO WORK"

Andre S on June 2024

Your Trusted Local Landscaping Experts 🌿 We provide comprehensive landscaping services, from design and installation to ongoing maintenance. As a family-owned and locally operated business with over 25 years of experience, we take pride in handling every project in-house—never subcontracting—to ensure the highest quality and attention to detail. ✅ Licensed, Insured & Bonded ✅ Workman’s Compensation Coverage ✅ Free Estimates on All Services Get in touch today by phone or email—we’d love to bring your landscaping vision to life!

"These people will not reply after I took the time to send photos and explain the job. THEY DO NOT WANT TO WORK"

Andre S on June 2024

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Santa Barbara, 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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