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Scenic Route Landscaping
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fausto and his crew were easy to work with, professional, and friendly. We wanted to extend our existing patio and add a pad for shed. Fausto came out to my house, took measurements, offered ideas and sent me a quote that evening. When his crew came out to set the forms for the concrete some plants had to be removed and it was done with care for the surrounding area. We had a fence post that needed repair, I asked if they could handle that too the answer was yes and fence problem solved. When it's time for the walkways I know who I am going to call. Scenic Route Landscaping."
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Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Shofar Landscape Contracting
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Shofar was wonderful to work with; they repaired our patio slab. Removed /tore up damaged concrete, tore out the tree roots which had caused the problem. and then laid a new slab. They were so professional, timely, efficient, and communicative! I highly recommend this company!!!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Rebaza Landscaping Maintenance Services
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rebaza did a terrific job of removing a huge number of bushes that had grown much too high over the past 30 years. The oleander plants especially were a fire hazard. It took Rebaza about three eight-hour days to do the work of heavy pruning and cutting and then dragging everything out to their trailer. Excellent and professional work."
Nipomo
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Cornejo LANSCAPING
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"My experience with Cornejo Landscaping was fantastic. I wanted to remodel my patio with pavers and it turned out amazing. My husband and I are so pleased with the work that we also asked Cristian to spruce up our backyard by trimming overgrown trees and power washing our stamped concrete pool deck, courtyard and walkways. Cristian is skilled, experienced, reliable, honest and easy to talk to. He was always responsive to our questions or any concerns we had along the way. We will definitely call him again for our next project and will be recommending Cornejo Landscaping to all our friends, family and neighbors. "
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Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Viveros landscaping
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Serving Santa Maria, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Adrian to complete my front yard. He was friendly, had references and his price was very fair. He did a beautiful job and I am beyond happy with the results. He’s also organized and explained things clearly. "
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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