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Top-Rated Mulch and topsoil pros in Carmichael - Updated Nov 2026

Gutierrez Gardening
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Gutierrez Gardening to maintain lawn and yard work. Very professional, respectful, and consistent. My neighbors love the way my yard is maintained and hired them to maintain their yard. Very affordable."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Hermanos Flores Gardening
4.5(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My extensive project entailed new sod, irrigation, plantings and rock in the front yard. In the back yard, demo of a small patio, and pouring of a huge decorative concrete surface, plus new sod and irrigation. I plan to hire Alex next year to revamp the flower beds in the back as that piece had to wait. Alex and his team were absolutely outstanding. Attention to detail, such as the drainage system, and overall expertise resulted in a complete transformation. Pricing was competitive. Alex was very pleasant to work with. He listens and offers professional guidance. I highly recommend Hermanos Flores Gardening."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
DL Landscaping
4.9(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Landscaping DL was fantastic. The owner of the business, Daniel, was immediately able to schedule a time to come out to look at my system and prepare an estimate. Daniel listened to my concerns and then walked around with me surveying my irrigation system and recommending things that could be fixed and improved. Not only did he address my main concerns with the system, he also noticed a few leaks that were in need of repair. After providing me with an estimate, he was able to send someone out to complete the job within a few days. On the day of my appointment, a Landscaping DL employee named Jonathan arrived on time. Jonathan was incredibly friendly and skilled. In just a few hours, he completed a full tune-up of my sprinkler system, which included new drip lines, half a dozen new sprinkler heads, ten feet of trenching to install a new sprinkler head, and he repaired an underground leak. It was amazing. Once he was finished, Jonathan cleaned up everything. My system is now working great. Landscaping DL did an excellent job, and I plan to use them in the future for all of my landscaping needs."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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BlueStar Landscape Solutions
4.9(
29
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The best part of the project was the communication and honesty. Ernie and his crew redesigned my front and back yard. The work was amazing, efficient and done in a timely manner. I love my back yard!"
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Drain Pipe Installation - Exterior Project
Becker project

+24

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Arguello Brothers' Gardening
4.5(
40
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The lawn clean-up and initial mowing of the new sod went well. Cleared out the overgrown bushes in the backyard and freshened up the front yard. Definitely recommend them for additional work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Maranata Landscaping Inc.
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Customers say: True professional

"Jamie and his crew were outstanding. Always professional, on time, on schedule, clean and my design was followed perfectly. I am a Facility Manager and have dealt with contractors in several of the trades including concrete for many years. This was top quality work done at a fair price. Jamie listened to what we wanted and made it happen just like we envisioned. We are revamping the front yard in a couple of years and Maranata will be our contractor."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Milton Landscaping
4.7(
18
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience and would definitely recommend! He was professional, reliable, and did an amazing job with my yard. Everything looks so much cleaner and better than before, and I really appreciated the attention to detail and care he put into the work. He was easy to communicate with, showed up when he said he would, and his pricing was very reasonable. I’m really happy with how everything turned out and will definitely be reaching out again for future landscaping needs!"
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Mulch and Topsoil FAQs, answered by experts

Sand is a common sublayer for hardscape features like driveways, paver patios, and more. Most projects that involve sand require a 1-inch layer to promote evenness, drainage, and weight distribution. For further drainage, most projects have a 6-inch minimum layer of gravel beneath the sand. 

Ensure clear delivery pathways, remove obstacles, and prepare to cover surfaces to protect landscaping areas. Coordinating with the provider for an estimated arrival prepares punctuality.

First, dig a hole that’s the same depth as the root ball and wide enough for the roots to spread out fully. Before placing the tree in the hole, pour water in to help get rid of any air pockets in the soil.

When filling the hole back in, opt for a 1:1 ratio of organic compost with the soil left over from the ground. Do not use potting soil, fertilizer, or chemicals of any kind, as these can stress out and kill your newly planted tree.

Mulching any time of year can be beneficial, so you can choose based on your preference. Most homeowners avoid the winter and summer because of the uncomfortable temperatures, so spring and fall are often best. Try not to mulch right before heavy rainfall or a big storm is expected, as wind and runoff can move newly laid mulch around and make more work for you.

If you hire a professional landscaper, you could expect to pay between $90 and $660 to install three cubic yards of river rock. (That’s based on the average river rock installation cost of $30 to $220 per cubic yard.) However, the exact price depends on the kind of river rock you choose. Crushed limestone and riprap are some of the more affordable options, while boulders and Arizona river rock are pricier.

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