As some reviewers have mentioned, I did have to wait for my work to begin, but, once Bob starts a job, he and his crew stay with it until it is finished. His workers are all pleasant and hard-working; I was amazed at how carefully and completely they straightened up my yard and organized all their equipment at the end of each day. They did an especially thorough clean-up on the last day of the project, even rinsing the mulch dust off each newly-installed plant! I am very happy with the way my yard looks, but, to me, the peace-of-mind produced by dealing with a qualified, ethical contractor was equally important! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/san-diego/natural-aspect-gardenscape-reviews-496972.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Terra Bella Nursery Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"JULIE M."},"reviewBody":"DISASTER: I wanted to give a small local company business and thought I would give Terra Bella Nursery, Inc. a try. I checked out their website where they provide photos of their various mulch products. I spoke with two different individuals, giving them a description of what I was looking for. I ended up deciding on "Premium Decorative Woodchip". I also paid for delivery. I was horrified when the mulch was delivered to discover that "premium" meant anything but. Terra Bella Nursery delivered 4 yards of shredded garbage. The so called mulch was filled with chunks of "pressure treated lumber" which is toxic, pieces of particle board, pieces of melamine covered furniture and painted wood. I called and spoke to a supervisor who said he would check on it and call me back. I never received a call back so I sent my boyfriend down to Terra Bella. The supervisor said they would never deliver that even though he was looking a a grocery sack full of the above mentioned filler that came out of my delivered pile. He said "premium wood chip" is chipped lumber. Clean unpainted untreated lumber not particle board and melamine would have been fine.Trying to be reasonable I agreed to buy a more expensive product understanding that mistakes can be made and understanding that I would paying the difference between the cost of the two materials and not paying another delivery charge as this was their mistake. He talked to his crew who disputed the evidence that was presented and the supervisor said he had to take their word. When invited to drive over and check for himself he declined. Long story short they did re-deliver the more expensive product which was acceptable but proceeded to charge me the full cost ($189.60) plus a new delivery charge and only credited me $51.70 of the initial $107.66. In addition they refused to pick up the "garbage" pile which resulted in more money to pay someone to remove it. No one wants mulch contaminated with pressure treated lumber, particle board glue and melamine to be around their children and pets. What a disappointment. Back to Walter Andersen for me. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/san-diego/terra-bella-nursery-inc-reviews-7644232.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Knock-Em-Out Tree Service","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"J W."},"reviewBody":"They asked me if they could dump mulch and I said no because green mulch can be toxic to our horses and could kill them. They made a u-turn towards the dirt road dumped the mulch right after I told them not to. We now have 8 piles of mulch dumped on our site. It seems they are dumping there in order to bypass fees for taking the mulch to the dump. There is a no trespassing sign and they have no permission to dump there. The address of the property in question is 2810 Hollister Ave. San Diego."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/el-cajon/knock-em-out-tree-service-reviews-6810903.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"ALPINE MATERIALS","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"JULIE W."},"reviewBody":"WE HAVE USED ALPINE MATERIALS FOR THE PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF MULTIPLE TRUCKLOADS OF MULCH OVER THE LASY 1-2 YEARS. THEY HAVE ALWAYS BEEN PROMPT AND PROFESSIONAL."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/alpine/alpine-materials-reviews-176008.htm"},"position":7}]}
Mulch And Topsoil Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in Alpine, CA
Last update on October 14, 2025
Alex P.
5.0
03/2023
Came in on time, got a lot done in half a day. They even spread the mulch for me
John B.
5.0
04/2018
Joe came over, examined the tree and sampled the soil with a soil probe. He then provided a prescription of what steps needed to be taken, regarding watering and fertilization, the type of fertilizer and mulch needed to bring these trees back to health. He took the extra step of speaking with...
I can't say enough good things about our experience with Bob Guthrie and Natural Aspect! Bob is extremely knowledgeable about plants and has many good ideas about yard design. He is very low-pressure and honest; in fact, several times he advised us against adding a project that would have...
They asked me if they could dump mulch and I said no because green mulch can be toxic to our horses and could kill them. They made a u-turn towards the dirt road dumped the mulch right after I told them not to. We now have 8 piles of mulch dumped on our site. It seems they are dumping...
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Mr. Tomas was professional and punctual."
Ritamarie B on July 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Brothers Landscape is your landscaping for the San Diego area. Super Service Award Winners in 2014, 2015, and 2016! For faster service call 619 654-6887. We specialize in lawn installation, sprinklers installation, landscape maintenace, such as yard landscaping, garden landscaping, and many other residential landscaping services. Additional services: Seasonal maintenance, irrigation, soil rejuvenation & area preparation. sprinklers installation.
"My experience with Brothers was outstanding. Luis came over, gave me a bid, zero pressure, just let him know when I was ready. So I called him back, and he and his guys were over that afternoon. Luis left his workers, Leonardo and Gabriel and told me that they wouldn't leave until I was happy...I was thrilled, good guys who did a great job! The yard looked great, trimming and thinning and haul away, I will definitely use Brothers Landscaping in the future. Thanks for a great job, Luis!"
Anthony P on September 2025
Brothers Landscape is your landscaping for the San Diego area. Super Service Award Winners in 2014, 2015, and 2016! For faster service call 619 654-6887. We specialize in lawn installation, sprinklers installation, landscape maintenace, such as yard landscaping, garden landscaping, and many other residential landscaping services. Additional services: Seasonal maintenance, irrigation, soil rejuvenation & area preparation. sprinklers installation.
"My experience with Brothers was outstanding. Luis came over, gave me a bid, zero pressure, just let him know when I was ready. So I called him back, and he and his guys were over that afternoon. Luis left his workers, Leonardo and Gabriel and told me that they wouldn't leave until I was happy...I was thrilled, good guys who did a great job! The yard looked great, trimming and thinning and haul away, I will definitely use Brothers Landscaping in the future. Thanks for a great job, Luis!"
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety lawn care services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety lawn care services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
Darvin's Fine Gardening is a newly established this year, with over 9 years of experience. We specialize in professional lawn services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call today for a free estimate.
"Very reasonably priced and personable. I still pay for his services almost 2 years later."
Michael K on April 2025
Darvin's Fine Gardening is a newly established this year, with over 9 years of experience. We specialize in professional lawn services. Our commitment is 100% guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Call today for a free estimate.
"Very reasonably priced and personable. I still pay for his services almost 2 years later."
Services Offered Verified by Business Appliance disposal Construction debris disposal Furniture disposal Driveway construction or installation Interior wall construction Patio, porch, or terrace construction … Interior demolition Irrigation repair or maintenance Landscape construction or installation Landscape maintenance Greenscape construction Landscaping waste disposal Construction or installation Partial structure demolition Shrub care Insect management - shrubs Shrub pruning or trimming Shrub transplanting Storm debris disposal Trash disposal Tree planting Tree removal Christmas tree disposal Exterior surface and wall demolition Gardening Exterior wall construction Retaining walls Walkway construction or installation Irrigation construction Junk pickup Landscape design Landscaping building construction Greenscape design Lawn care Mattress disposal Recycling disposal Disease management - shrubs Shrub planting Shrub removal Soil disposal Total structure demolition Tree care services Tree pruning or trimming Tree stump removal
"They got here within an hour of me calling, were so kind and quick. I would definitely recommend and hire again! They made the process so smooth and fast."
Colle H on June 2025
Services Offered Verified by Business Appliance disposal Construction debris disposal Furniture disposal Driveway construction or installation Interior wall construction Patio, porch, or terrace construction … Interior demolition Irrigation repair or maintenance Landscape construction or installation Landscape maintenance Greenscape construction Landscaping waste disposal Construction or installation Partial structure demolition Shrub care Insect management - shrubs Shrub pruning or trimming Shrub transplanting Storm debris disposal Trash disposal Tree planting Tree removal Christmas tree disposal Exterior surface and wall demolition Gardening Exterior wall construction Retaining walls Walkway construction or installation Irrigation construction Junk pickup Landscape design Landscaping building construction Greenscape design Lawn care Mattress disposal Recycling disposal Disease management - shrubs Shrub planting Shrub removal Soil disposal Total structure demolition Tree care services Tree pruning or trimming Tree stump removal
"They got here within an hour of me calling, were so kind and quick. I would definitely recommend and hire again! They made the process so smooth and fast."
"Hi there, I'm Master A.I from Slope Masters Mowing. We're a professional landscaping company that specializes in weed abatement services. We're excited to offer our services to you today." Partnered with Raymo San Diego, we are privileged to use their latest equipment, the Raymo Torpedo Slope Mower, which allows us to provide a one-of-a-kind next-generation landscaping treatment for our clients. Our mower is super quiet, so it won't disturb you or your neighbors during those quiet times or early mornings. It's also remotely controlled, so our operators can work safely at distance even on the steepest slopes." "Our weed abatement services offer a number of benefits, including: * Improved curb appeal * Reduced fire hazard * Fewer pests and rodents * Healthier environment" "If you're looking for a professional and affordable weed abatement solution, look no further than Slope Masters Mowing. We offer a free consultation and estimate, so you can see for yourself how we can help you improve your property. Give us a call today at 619.653.0027 or 760.688.5796 to learn more." "Thank you for your time. We look forward to hearing from you soon."
"Hi there, I'm Master A.I from Slope Masters Mowing. We're a professional landscaping company that specializes in weed abatement services. We're excited to offer our services to you today." Partnered with Raymo San Diego, we are privileged to use their latest equipment, the Raymo Torpedo Slope Mower, which allows us to provide a one-of-a-kind next-generation landscaping treatment for our clients. Our mower is super quiet, so it won't disturb you or your neighbors during those quiet times or early mornings. It's also remotely controlled, so our operators can work safely at distance even on the steepest slopes." "Our weed abatement services offer a number of benefits, including: * Improved curb appeal * Reduced fire hazard * Fewer pests and rodents * Healthier environment" "If you're looking for a professional and affordable weed abatement solution, look no further than Slope Masters Mowing. We offer a free consultation and estimate, so you can see for yourself how we can help you improve your property. Give us a call today at 619.653.0027 or 760.688.5796 to learn more." "Thank you for your time. We look forward to hearing from you soon."
CAM Property Services offers a full range of maintenance services to residential and commercial properties. We are licensed, bonded and insured. Best of all, we know your neighborhood. You are only a phone call or click away from receiving a free estimate and experiencing the best service in town. Learn more about CAM Property Services at camservices.com
"Great! Very professional and completed the job in time and on budget."
David P on April 2022
CAM Property Services offers a full range of maintenance services to residential and commercial properties. We are licensed, bonded and insured. Best of all, we know your neighborhood. You are only a phone call or click away from receiving a free estimate and experiencing the best service in town. Learn more about CAM Property Services at camservices.com
"Great! Very professional and completed the job in time and on budget."
Ayala Landscaping is a company that specializes in maintenance and general landscaping irrigation, lightning, hauling, fencing, install synthetic grass, tree trimming, etc. I have been in the landscaping business for 35years. I have done both residential and commercial properties and I am an owner-operated company.
"Outstanding work. Removed old sprinklers and dug 200ft of new trench and installed 4 new valves and 24 sprinklers which mesh perfectly. Very meticulous and involved with his workers. Half the price of other quotes. Would definately hire again"
Bill R on December 2024
Ayala Landscaping is a company that specializes in maintenance and general landscaping irrigation, lightning, hauling, fencing, install synthetic grass, tree trimming, etc. I have been in the landscaping business for 35years. I have done both residential and commercial properties and I am an owner-operated company.
"Outstanding work. Removed old sprinklers and dug 200ft of new trench and installed 4 new valves and 24 sprinklers which mesh perfectly. Very meticulous and involved with his workers. Half the price of other quotes. Would definately hire again"
Here at Brothers Landscaping & Tree Service, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality Tree Services and Outdoor Cleanup Services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I reviewed Brothers Landscaping and Tree Service several years ago, but feel like it needs an updated review from me. Since my last review I have had Sebastian and crew landscape my yard. They did artificial turf with stepping stones, solid artificial turf, several retaining walls, pavers and a rock and sand hardscape feature with a garden path. He installed some french drains and I no longer have water running under my house, even with the two last wet winters we have had. He has also continued to trim my trees. Sebastian's eye for detail is superb and his workers work hard and take pride in their work. I will continue to use Brothers Landscaping for my yard."
Stephanie H on June 2024
Here at Brothers Landscaping & Tree Service, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality Tree Services and Outdoor Cleanup Services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"I reviewed Brothers Landscaping and Tree Service several years ago, but feel like it needs an updated review from me. Since my last review I have had Sebastian and crew landscape my yard. They did artificial turf with stepping stones, solid artificial turf, several retaining walls, pavers and a rock and sand hardscape feature with a garden path. He installed some french drains and I no longer have water running under my house, even with the two last wet winters we have had. He has also continued to trim my trees. Sebastian's eye for detail is superb and his workers work hard and take pride in their work. I will continue to use Brothers Landscaping for my yard."
Stephanie H on June 2024
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FAQs for mulch and topsoil service projects in Alpine, CA
Topsoil costs from $12 to $55 per cubic yard, depending on the type you choose. For example, screened black dirt will cost about $15 per cubic yard. Loam (soil composed of sand, silt, and clay) costs about $17 per cubic yard. Standard screened topsoil costs about $20 per cubic yard. The type of topsoil you need depends on your landscaping plans.
Mulch costs anywhere from $30 to $150 per cubic yard, depending on the type you choose. On the inexpensive end, red and black mulch are about $35 to $40 per cubic yard, and are typically made from recycled waste wood like shredded old pallets or deck material. Cedar, cypress, and rubber mulch cost anywhere from $100 to $120 per cubic yard. A pro can help you determine the type of mulch most suitable for your landscaping needs.
Topsoil should go down first. If the topsoil is next to your house, make sure the grade slopes away from the house to keep water from pooling against your foundation and possibly leaking into your basement or crawl space. Don’t cover your decorative landscape mulch with topsoil as that defeats the purpose of laying down the mulch. If you’re trying to create a certain soil composition to improve plant growth, you’ll likely want compost mixed into the topsoil instead of mulch. Over time, any decorative wood mulch will simply decompose under the topsoil.
No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress resist termites because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.
Although it’s not required to lay anything under mulch, it can help to put landscape fabric or plastic weed barrier down and lay mulch on top. The barrier helps keep weeds from growing up through your mulch. It also helps keep rodents and insects from burrowing into the ground underneath.
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