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EcOrganic Landscape Services
5.0(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario, with EcOrganic Landscape Services (ELOS), was brought in to resolve a difficult situation with our community irrigation system. It was a significant break in the main line underneath a concrete driveway. Previously, this main line was repaired by another company in the same spot. Once Mario analyzed the situation, he determined the root cause of the breaks and provided us with a permanent solution. He replaced the entire pipe under the concrete with a single piece, eliminating all joints under the concrete. He did it in a non-invasive way so that the driveway looks like nothing happened. Furthermore, Mario is very professional and responsible, and he stayed on top of the entire project process, communicating effectively with me and with the homeowner affected by the break. As expected, I have already rehired EOLS to help us with another landscape issue. We highly recommend Mario from EOLS for your irrigation and landscape services. He will do an excellent job for you."
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Eliu Vivar Landscaping
4.7(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project overview: Update legacy yard landscaping. 11k sg ft lot, 7k sg ft soft scape. Demo existing softscape. Design for drought tolerant, desert garden plant options. Install drip irrigation system. Replace lagacy plants with drought-tolerant options. Install exterior backyard lighting. Install water feature / fountain. Pros: Informative, knowledgeable, creative ideas. Project delivery on time. Addressed concerns regarding plant selection due to pets. Accomidating when the project scope size increased. Cons: A lower percentage of plants died after planting. Offered to replace any plants that didn't survive as part of the initial project, that never occurred. Scheduling plant replacement 5 times over 4 months, but never showed up. In summary, we're happy with the landscape project delivery. That said, we're disappointed we've had multiple no-shows to get the dead plants replaced. I gave up trying. Project delivery - 5 Project follow-up - 1"
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Leo’s landscaping Inc
5.0(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Prompt and friendly service. They understood my vision and made it a reality! I wanted to give a special thanks to William O. for his level of professionalism and Leo’s Landscaping Inc. for the amazing team they put together. "
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Enviroscape Construction, Inc.
3.9(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic work! From demo, hardscape, decking, pebble field, irrigation, lighting and planting, all came out perfectly. I started my process bidding from seven landscapers. Many with excellent references. Ron, Rigo and the team at EnviroScape exceeded my expectations. Ron worked hard to get to my price, showed up on the job regularly and made it happen ahead of schedule. Rigo and the team arrived every morning and made fast progress on a daily basis. As the project evolved there were several changes to the landscape plan. Each was implemented quickly and either didn’t impact the bid or did so very fairly or minimally. We’re thrilled with the result. Ron made it fun and better than the original scope of the plans. Highly recommend EnviroScape for quality, timeliness and value."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Cali Landscaping, Inc.
3.8(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great communication on all aspects of the job. Both Omar and his son Omar were very professional and responsive to all of our needs and questions! On budget and ahead of schedule. I wish I had another wall that needed to be built."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Dana Point, 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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