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Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

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Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his team did an amazing job. Very punctual, and clean. Carlos explained everything that needed to be done, and why. Carlos was very reasonably priced and fair. I highly recommend Carlos and will be using him again for an upcoming project."

Eddie C on August 2021

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his team did an amazing job. Very punctual, and clean. Carlos explained everything that needed to be done, and why. Carlos was very reasonably priced and fair. I highly recommend Carlos and will be using him again for an upcoming project."

Eddie C on August 2021


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Craven Landscaping, Inc.

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Craven Landscaping, Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

For over 45 years, Craven Landscaping, Inc. has transformed outdoor ideas into reality across the Monterey Peninsula. As one of the area's largest full-service landscaping contractors, we blend nature, art, and craftsmanship to create enduring landscapes. Whether you seek drama or serenity, a manicured look or a native setting, we bring the expertise and vision to bring your dreams to life. Truly, painting your landscape with plants.

"Craven Landscaping was very quick to go out to the property and provide a quote. They were professional, did beautiful work, and were very responsive."

Danielle B on December 2024

For over 45 years, Craven Landscaping, Inc. has transformed outdoor ideas into reality across the Monterey Peninsula. As one of the area's largest full-service landscaping contractors, we blend nature, art, and craftsmanship to create enduring landscapes. Whether you seek drama or serenity, a manicured look or a native setting, we bring the expertise and vision to bring your dreams to life. Truly, painting your landscape with plants.

"Craven Landscaping was very quick to go out to the property and provide a quote. They were professional, did beautiful work, and were very responsive."

Danielle B on December 2024


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Alex & Miguel Landscaping & Tree Service

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Alex & Miguel Landscaping & Tree Service

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66 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

Alex & Miguel Landscaping & Tree Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Responded immediately and provided great service. Very honest and knowledgable. Will hire again."

Judith H on November 2025

Alex & Miguel Landscaping & Tree Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Responded immediately and provided great service. Very honest and knowledgable. Will hire again."

Judith H on November 2025


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Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC

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Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC

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11 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Thank you for considering Trejos Landscaping & Gardening for your outdoor project! We are a California Licensed Landscaping Contractor (C-27 #1136719) proudly serving Monterey County, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in sod installation, irrigation systems, cleanups, and full outdoor remodels. Our work is rooted in quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and respect for your home, treating every project as if it were our own. As the owner, my mission is to deliver 5-star results and earn your full satisfaction. If at any point we fall short, I want to hear about it so we can make it right. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Family-owned and operated ✅ Transparent pricing & free estimates We’d be happy to share references or photos of past work. Let’s turn your vision into something lasting.

"Arturo was on time, fast, communicative, offered solutions, did a lot of cleanup in 4 hours. I will have him come back. "

Noelle A on April 2025

Thank you for considering Trejos Landscaping & Gardening for your outdoor project! We are a California Licensed Landscaping Contractor (C-27 #1136719) proudly serving Monterey County, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in sod installation, irrigation systems, cleanups, and full outdoor remodels. Our work is rooted in quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and respect for your home, treating every project as if it were our own. As the owner, my mission is to deliver 5-star results and earn your full satisfaction. If at any point we fall short, I want to hear about it so we can make it right. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Family-owned and operated ✅ Transparent pricing & free estimates We’d be happy to share references or photos of past work. Let’s turn your vision into something lasting.

"Arturo was on time, fast, communicative, offered solutions, did a lot of cleanup in 4 hours. I will have him come back. "

Noelle A on April 2025





HandyDan Construction & Greenwise Landscapes

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HandyDan Construction & Greenwise Landscapes

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42 years of experience

I am a General and Landscape Contractor B- C 27 California license number 695811. I have been in business for 30 years. I work by myself and take care of my clients punch list of home and garden repairs. If a job is larger than I can handle alone I have a vetted group of employees and contractors to lend a hand. Why have several people doing different jobs when you can hire me to do it all? I bill by the hour or by contract job. It is up the client and their comfort level. Additional phones - (925) 673-9390, (925) 285-7004.

I am a General and Landscape Contractor B- C 27 California license number 695811. I have been in business for 30 years. I work by myself and take care of my clients punch list of home and garden repairs. If a job is larger than I can handle alone I have a vetted group of employees and contractors to lend a hand. Why have several people doing different jobs when you can hire me to do it all? I bill by the hour or by contract job. It is up the client and their comfort level. Additional phones - (925) 673-9390, (925) 285-7004.


Catherine L Kauer Landscape Architect / Contractor

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Catherine L Kauer Landscape Architect / Contractor

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45 years of experience

A firm with a team of recognized expert design and construction professionals, dependent upon the scope of landscape design or construction. With over 30 years experience, the firm is licensed, bonded and insured. Subcontractors when used, are licensed, bonded, insured. The California home improvement contract is used, with a progress payment schedule. Budgeting and services tailored to what the homeowner or business needs; varying with each client. References upon request, on Yelp and Linked In.

A firm with a team of recognized expert design and construction professionals, dependent upon the scope of landscape design or construction. With over 30 years experience, the firm is licensed, bonded and insured. Subcontractors when used, are licensed, bonded, insured. The California home improvement contract is used, with a progress payment schedule. Budgeting and services tailored to what the homeowner or business needs; varying with each client. References upon request, on Yelp and Linked In.


"P.M. Landscaping is outstanding! We highly recommend them for installation without reservation! We hired P.M. Landscaping to re-grade our backyard drainage, then install an extensive area of pavers, and finally add drip irrigation for our new landscaping. We ended up installing boulder retaining-walls to secure the steep hills in our back yard which slope toward our house. The whole project took about 4.5 weeks of full-time, multi-laborer work. P.M. Landscaping was attentive to detail and asked for input where there were choices to be made. At the end of each day they cleaned up and put their tools aside in one area. We waited several months for them to be able to do our job. The wait was longer than usual due to the COVID19 pandemic slowing paver manufacturing. We are very glad we could wait to get the best!"

Nancy B on November 2020

License number - 939753.

"P.M. Landscaping is outstanding! We highly recommend them for installation without reservation! We hired P.M. Landscaping to re-grade our backyard drainage, then install an extensive area of pavers, and finally add drip irrigation for our new landscaping. We ended up installing boulder retaining-walls to secure the steep hills in our back yard which slope toward our house. The whole project took about 4.5 weeks of full-time, multi-laborer work. P.M. Landscaping was attentive to detail and asked for input where there were choices to be made. At the end of each day they cleaned up and put their tools aside in one area. We waited several months for them to be able to do our job. The wait was longer than usual due to the COVID19 pandemic slowing paver manufacturing. We are very glad we could wait to get the best!"

Nancy B on November 2020

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Yes, you need to use landscape fabric under your rubber mulch. Rubber mulch doesn’t decompose, so putting landscape fabric down can work as a barrier between your mulch and soil, preventing your mulch from mixing with your soil and leaching chemicals like aluminum, cadmium, and copper into it. Also, since weeds can occasionally get through rubber mulch, using landscape fabric as a second form of protection can increase its effectiveness. 

A well-maintained lawn has the most ROI when it comes to landscaping. Other enhancements, such as building a deck or patio and adding a front walkway, follow suit, but aiming to enhance the basics is where your home can truly shine and increase its profitability. Not only does it increase curb appeal, but it sets potential homebuyers up for landscaping success when they have a healthy, clean slate of grass to begin with.

Shredded hardwood black mulch and red mulch are the two best types of mulch for landscaping purposes. They last a few seasons, look nice in your yard, and are affordable (about $40 or less per cubic yard). Contact your mulch delivery pro to discuss which mulch type works best for your needs.

Nonorganic mulch, like river rocks, pebbles, or lava rock, technically lasts the longest. It helps with moisture retention and weed control but doesn’t break down and release nutrients like organic mulch. Wood mulch decomposes slowly, which can help it last longer than leaf or straw mulch, but it won’t provide as many nutrients as quickly as the faster decomposing types.

Timing is key when determining the best time to hydroseed your lawn. It’s best to hydroseed in the spring or fall due to the already wet conditions of your lawn and the more mild temperatures. 

Your local pro will also offer watering and fertilizer instructions for the months after your application. Make sure you will be available to water it consistently, especially in the first two to three weeks for best results.

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