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Hermanos Flores Gardening
4.5(
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Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alex Flores provided our family with outstanding service regarding the all aspects of our landscaping needs, including irrigation, sod, landscape design, landscape planting, and related pathways. Alex is among the most professional people we have worked with over many many years. His bid was competitive, his advice was excellent and the work he and his crew did was outstanding. Alex remains on-site with his crew through virtually all of the project, providing "hands-on" supervision of his hard working crew. Alex was always timely and left our property in neat and clean condition at the end of each day. In short, we would highly recommend Alex and his company (Hermanos Flores Gardening). David and Carol Abelson-Sacramento, California"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Forever Green Cali
4.8(
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Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At ForeverGreen Cali, we design and build custom outdoor living spaces tailored to enhance both front and backyards. Our services include everything from sod to hardscaping conversions, retaining wall installations, stamped and colored concrete, artificial grass, and flagstone with decomposed granite integration. We also specialize in sod installation, comprehensive solid and French drainage solutions, and outdoor kitchen construction, supported by 3D design visuals. Our focus is on using top-tier materials and expert craftsmanship, with a commitment to clear communication and consistently delivering exceptional results.

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Drought Tolerant Yards
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SILVER LANDSCAPE AND HAULING
New to Angi

Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

\nSILVER LANDSCAPE AND HAULING is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of \nintegrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the \nquality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with \nability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' \ninterests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Babylon Builders - Home & Landscape Contractor
4.2(
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Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"I contacted Babylon Gardens Landscaping and spoke to Ron George. He set up an appointment. BGL had done a design for me in 3D Color so I got to see what my yard would like in Real Time before the install and now everything has been installed. His crew were on time and Ron explained the process to me. Now, I have a beautiful yard with a nice variety of plants, concrete walkway and a automatic drip irrigation system. Ron responds usually within 30 minutes of a phone call. He’s very busy and I can see why. I highly recommend Babylon Gardens Landscaping."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Spectrum One
4.4(
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Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The crew brought and installed the furnace heater with no set backs, everything went as planned. They delivered the furnace heater and professionally cleaned everything all for a low price! Would Definitely hire again."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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SALVADOR MURILLO
4.3(
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Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

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"Salvador and his team were great, they were very friendly and worked **** ** the projects. They removed our old grass, weeds, and pulled tons of old tree roots out, leveled the dirt, and added more dirt to the front end to make our lawn more flat and even. They also installed a short retaining wall and a new fence with gate.... the main guy doing the wall took lots of care while placing each block for our wall. They installed a new sprinkler and drip system, planted two trees that we purchased and rolled out great new sod. They laid pavers for a nice new porch along with a matching barrier wall at the end of our porch. Salvador was there every day working along side his guys and they cleaned up after every day. He also stopped by to check on the grass just a few days later and programmed our sprinkler system.... and he offered to come back to do our first mow and adjust the sprinkler system! They did a fantastic job, very happy. Thank you Salvador!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Jerson Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went well. Crew was on time and very clean. I am used to having to pick up after crews but not these guys. Fair price and attention to detail. We then had him do a second project of installing flag stone. Owner is the site guy too and detail oriented. They will be back for some concrete work next month. Only issue I had was communication language barrier. Luckily my wife speaks Spanish so it worked out well."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Estabrook Tree Care
4.4(
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Serving Yolo, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently needed to have several oak trees trimmed back from the roofline of my property. I called several Tree Service Companies in the Sacramento area. I narrowed it down to 3 local companies, one of which was Estabrook Tree Service. I arranged for Eddie Estabrook to meet me at the property. He arrived on time and was very personable and professional. The estimate he gave me was a bit higher than the other estimates but I was very impressed with his willingness to make suggestions and his extensive knowledge. Although I did end up going with another company, I would definitely consider using his services in the future."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Yolo, 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 Yolo, CA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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