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Avatar for Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
4.7(
46
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent! They performed the initial landscape design and installation. Extremely pleased and received many compliments. Now have them return for twice yearly maintenance and tune up. Strongly recommend them!"
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+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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HD Landscaping
5.0(
13
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"HD Landscaping did an amazing job on our front and backyard project. What started as new sprinklers and sod evolved into a beautifully executed hardscape transformation. Mr. Hoang was incredibly flexible and patient with our last-minute changes. Mid-project, we decided to extend our planter boxes and add lighting for a warmer, more welcoming feel. Even when we changed the planter box height and requested a different type of sod after the initial batch was delivered, Mr. Hoang remained calm and professional throughout. Their top-tier craftsmanship really shined on the planter boxes—their attention to detail on the complex curve was fantastic. HD Landscaping completely transformed our home. I cannot recommend Mr. Hoang and his team enough!"
Response time5 hrs
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Carrillo Landscape
4.1(
44
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed an entire makeover in my front yard after our massive 60 year old Modesto Ash tree was removed due to a split trunk. It just did not look very nice without it, which gave us the opportunity to improve on the landscape. I drew up plans of what I wanted and started contacting landscapers for estimates. I decided on Carrillo Landscape which I am happy I did. Oscar (owner) came out and looked at what I wanted, made some good suggestions to improve on my plans and gave me a very reasonable estimate. They did all demo and removed the many roots left from our tree and graded the property flat again. His crew installed new irrigation and drip system and a new sod lawn. I also had them pour new cement walkways on both sides of the house. He even planted two 15 gallon trees and placed all bender boarder and bark chips. It came out beautiful. It took longer than expected, but they stuck to it and finished the job even through the 100 degree heatwave. Everything was done perfectly to my sketch. They really paid attention to the details and stuck to the estimate. The best part was their workers cleaned up at the end of the day above and beyond what I expected. Very fair and reasonable. Great communication as Qscar answered all my questions promptly during the process and took care of any issues. I would highly recommend Carrillo Landscaping."
Pavers installation
Pavers installation
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TriValley Landscape
4.7(
6
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Jeff of TriValley Landscape to restore and refurbish our 25 year old landscaping and he did a fantastic job for us! Jeff is very passionate about what he does, he had clear ideas & a vision for our space, and is extremely knowledgable about plants & their placement in the different microclimates of a mature yard. His artistic eye for landscape arrangement is amazing! Fast forward to completion: Jeff & his team pruned & trimmed our existing trees and shrubbery, cleared out the planting beds & old landscape material and did a full refresh of our yard. New irrigation, drainage and soil amendments were added. Sod was replaced front & back. He replaced our old raised garden beds and replaced our original flagstone walkway with a beautiful new walkway & seating area. Additional decorative boulders were placed throughout, a highlight of the yard for us. New lighting was installed. The planting beds were overhauled with all new plants, artfully and thoughtfully placed by Jeff. The result is natural, evergreen, balanced and colorful. Absolutely beautiful and we love it. Jeff’s approach is collaborative every step of the way. While he brings a wealth of his own ideas, he really listens to you and demonstrates tact & understanding as you share ideas and feedback. He truly wants you to love your yard and the final product. Jeff is a perfectionist, his rates are fair and he’s an honest businessman. His crew is professional and hardworking. Jeff and his team are personable & communicative and they were a pleasure to have around! Our yard restoration was long overdue and we’re glad we found Jeff of TriValley Landscape. Highly recommend Jeff and will look to him for any future landscape needs. All in all, the best experience with a contractor we have had! PS, Post job completion we experienced a sprinkler leak and failure of 25 year old equipment (valves & irrigation main shutoff). Jeff had an emergency crew here into the weekend and they didn’t stop working until the leak & equipment failure were repaired and all issues resolved. We appreciate that he was there for us when needed in an emergency."
Flagstone patio
Backyard with Pavers
BBQ island, built in seating and landscape
Front Yard - Mediterranean theme
Top Down Design

+28

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Artificial Grass Pros, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had grass installed in my front yard and couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail. They helped me choose the right type of grass for my soil and sun exposure, and the installation process was smooth and efficient. What impressed me most was how clean they left the area—no mess, no damage to surrounding plants, and the grass looks lush and healthy. It’s completely transformed the look of my home. Highly recommend this service to anyone looking for high-quality grass installation. Great value and top-notch results!"
Putting Green(s)
Summer Gold Job's
Grass w// Concrete
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Vargas Landscaping
4.7(
48
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am re-landscaping my yard and had used Nato before for a small project and he did a good job for me so I asked him to bid this project. His price was competitive. He and his crew arrived promptly, completed the job on time and did quality work. I installed some irrigation lines and landscape lighting conduit during their job and I was pretty slow and it delayed them from filling in their trenches. Nato and his crew were very patient and Nato actually helped me at one point since I was such rookie. My landscape architect wanted the drains to be done a certain way and while it was not the usual way Nato did drains he was fine doing it the way that was requested. I would definitely use him again and told him to use me as a reference."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for PrimeWork Construction
PrimeWork Construction
4.8(
104
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"I interviewed four solar companies and settled on Solar Energy Services because of price, product, and layout. The installation was excellent and finished on schedule. The installers were polite and excellent workers. I have shown my installation to several neighbors which resulted with several new installations in my neighborhood by this contractor. Everyone was very satisfied with their installation by this contractor."
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House Renovation - Brian Project
House Remodeling Mountain View
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House Remodeling Milpitas Project

+468

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Babylon Builders - Home & Landscape Contractor
4.2(
421
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Serving Sunol, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Very happy with the performance of Babylon Gardens. Good communication throughout, and a first class crew performed the work. I met with Rony and after a little back and forth on the project scope was able to schedule the work. Originally planned for 5 days, Rony's foreman and his team completed the work in 3 days (there had been a weather delay and they were as interested in getting the work done on time as I was)! Rony's foreman Juan knew his stuff, and truly went the extra mile, including performing some extra work which Rony covered under the original quote - greatly appreciated! Specifically, when Rony and I walked the job, we had agreed that rather than installing extra drainage, Rony would ensure the crew graded the slope down to the existing drain. Juan determined that was not the right way to do it, and installed a new drain in an ideal location. He also laid down some pavers which was outside the scope. It was just a few, to create a little accent where there would have been a dirt void between my side yard where a concrete walk was laid, and the sod that was installed in the back yard. Again, Juan did this, and even though it wasn't a lot of extra work, it was above and beyond the scope, but illustrates to me that the company and this crew is more interested in customer satisfaction and exemplary work than just the money. I will definitely call Rony the next time I need work done!"
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Sunol, 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 Sunol, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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