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Cornejo LANSCAPING
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"We had artificial turf installed in our back patio. Cristian was responsive, has a great attitude, and he was flexible scheduling our project. He and his team were professional, detailed, respectful, clean, and did an awesome job! It was an absolute pleasure to work with Cristian. He takes pride in his work and he implemented our vision for the project perfectly and had great suggestions along the way. We would highly recommend Cornejo Landscaping! Project scope involved removing pavers and existing turf and installing artificial turf and flagstone path."
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+99

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Garcia Gardening
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josue and his crew do an incredible job of keeping my property in tip top shape year round. I don’t even have to ask for things to be done. He just looks around and knows what needs to be done and I’m always amazed at what he is able to do. Is always courteous and professional and comes every week with no interruption of service. Highly recommend to anyone."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Viveros landscaping
4.5(
33
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They provided excellent service and was very professional and quick. I am so pleased with the outcome. My yard is beautiful. All the neighbors are envious. They came back with a quote that be out all the other landscapers and were very nice to work with. Five stars across the board."
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Beforw

+131

Response time1 day
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Green Life Landscape Inc.
5.0(
10
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Green Life Landscaping for four years and are completely happy with their work. Jose and his staff are professional, reliable and do a great job. They provide quality service and are quick. Our yard always looks great and they let us know anytime anything needs more attention. I highly recommend this company. The employees are respectable and trustworthy. I feel confident and safe with them working when we are not home."
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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+1

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Essential Landscapes Inc.
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Customers say: True professional

"Essential Landscape’s crew are hardworking, knowledgeable and punctual. Jorge, the owner is very flexible and fair. He guarantees his services and is a professional business owner. I recommend them."
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+21

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kjs Landscape & Lawn Care License Not Yet Provided
4.9(
7
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had really lit my side yard and backyard go. There was a lot of junk including old moldy carpeting, two old broken down recliners, patio furniture, tree trimmings, rotten apples, and sidewalks so overgrown with shrubbery you couldn’t walk through there. All the flower beds were covered with dead grass and weeds. I just want it all the junk removed but Kevin Sanchez said his crew could do that but they could also straighten up my gardens and make it look pretty again. I was skeptical, but I liked his vibe so I hired them. I couldn’t have been more shocked when I saw that not only was all the junk gone trees were trimmed and the flowerbeds had been restored and rejuvenated with freshly turned over topsoil. and it was a great value. Kevin brought his team and they attacked my backyard with fervor and it was obvious they were there to get the job done with the least hassle possible. They even checked with me on a couple of items to make sure I really wanted to get rid of it.I appreciate"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mulch and Topsoil FAQs, answered by experts

Pea gravel can retain some heat, but it generally stays cooler than materials like concrete, asphalt, or stone pavers. Lighter-colored pea gravel reflects more sunlight and tends to stay cooler, while darker-colored gravel can absorb heat and become warmer to the touch.

Stump grindings are usually safe to use in soil, but in some cases, it’s not recommended. Wood chips in particular can bind nitrogen in the soil, which will make it difficult for grass to grow. That’s why it’s important to remove most wood chips and use healthy garden soil if you want to cover the stump spot with grass. Large wood chips may attract beetles and could encourage the growth of fungi when they decay, so you may want to remove them when using the grindings.

The best time to lay mulch depends on the type of mulch and the reason for installing it: 

  • Summer: Adding extra mulch helps soil retain moisture and keeps weeds at bay, allowing plants to thrive. 

  • Fall: Adding mulch helps control weeds and keeps soil and roots warm during the cooler months. Aim to add a layer of mulch 2 to 4 inches deep.

  • Winter: Mulch around perennial plants to help keep them insulated.

  • Spring: Wait until the ground has thawed. Depending on the thickness, add between 1 and 4 inches of mulch to provide freeze and rain protection and enrich the soil.

It depends on the model of your pool. You’ll always have to level the topsoil, but most vinyl-lined pools require an additional 1- to 2-inch layer of sand to protect the liner. This way, when a foot kicks down to the bottom of your pool, it’s not scraping the liner against the hard ground. If your pool isn’t vinyl-lined, you can skip this step or add a layer of another base material, like decomposed granite. Always check your manufacturer’s instructions before you begin.

You should exercise care when deciding how to landscape over a leach field for your septic system. You typically want lightweight materials that won’t damage the drain field’s perforated pipes. When adding plants to the area, select plants with shallow roots, such as grass or flower gardens. Trees with deep roots could damage the pipes in the field.

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