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Del Mar Landscaping
4.6(
323
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Conrad and his employees with DelMar Landscaping was very professional and clean. They were very responsive and completed the project in a timely manner. I was very happy with the outcome of our backyard project and would highly recommend their services."
Fire pit patio
BBQ
Pavers, BBQ
Modpool, artificial turf, concrete, outdoor patio
BBQ island

+106

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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In Season Landscape & Hardscape, Inc.
4.7(
75
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Hugo to remove an old pathway and steps and to replace it with concrete. He also helped with the landscaping. Hugo is very easy to work with, is reliable, calm and offers a very fair price for his work . He and his crew finished the job on time and were flexible when they had to delay due to a permit issue I needed to resolve. He came back after the job to help me with some additional things I realized I needed. I would use Hugo again and recommend him for any hardware or landscaping job you have."
Lawndale
Gerkin garden
Gerkin garden
Gerkin garden demo
BBQ

+15

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Way To Go Builders, Inc.
5.0(
46
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our front yard needed some structure. Gadi helped design and build two entry pillars in stone masonry, plus a new walkway to the door. The old path was narrow and cracked, and the new one is wide and fits the property better. The pillars gave us a real entrance feel. They also ran low-voltage lights inside the pillars so they light-up at night. It's not flashy, just clean and sharp. The stone matches the front steps, and everything feels like it belongs now. Gadi and his crew kept things simple and stuck to our request. Would work with them again."
Backyard
Before
Response time3 days
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Rainforestla, Inc.
4.7(
37
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My wife and I have hired RainforestLA for four separate landscaping and design projects (turf, fence, concrete, stepping stones, etc.) and are always amazed with the final product. They do amazing quality work that lasts year after year. We could not recommend them more and look forward to hiring them again."
wood retaining wall
steps
steps
steps
steps

+59

Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Terra Corona Landscape Inc.
5.0(
13
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"My project went great and I am very pleased. There was a lot of vegetation to trim up, clean up, pick up and my yard looked so great when they were finished! They were easy to work with and completed work as planned and on time. I will definitely choose them for my future landscaping projects. Thank you!!"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Ramona's Son Services, Inc.
4.8(
167
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They pay attention to the little things. They explained each step, were quick, and cleaned up everything. Even rolled up my hose perfectly. I will use them again and again. Thank you for your professionalism gentlemen."
clean up
clean up
clean up
clean up
clean up

+14

Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ariel Builders, Inc.
3.8(
669
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Serving Carson, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys that laid the floors for me helped me allot with putting things back, they did my closet for my clothes and neatly put things in there to where I could fit more in then before because they were so detailed. Orderly, and took their time to answer all of my questions. They cleaned up and took away all the mess in the yard."
 Laminate flooring
Landscaping
 Laminate
Backyard Pavers
 Hardwood flooring

+77

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
1541 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Yes, and in many cases, you should. Large gravel works best as a base layer because it improves drainage and keeps the surface stable. A top layer of smaller gravel fills in gaps and creates a smoother, more compacted surface. This combination is common in driveways and high-traffic areas where both stability and comfort matter.

When it comes to which stone is better, crushed or natural gravel, it all depends on the project. Crushed stone is a great base and filler material for projects like retention walls, concrete slabs, driveways, pipes, and drains. Gravel is a common choice for visually attractive landscaping projects like walkways, above-ground drainage systems, patios, and garden borders.

Many ways to landscape a steep slope on a budget exist. Avoiding expensive retaining wall construction is the first step. Consider creating a rocky slope with boulders or large stones, or think about planting perennials that return every year with a single investment. Transplanting small trees from elsewhere on your property is also possible and can help to stabilize steep slopes without purchasing new ones. 

Wood from black walnut, magnolia, eucalyptus, red maple, and invasive species like tree of heaven are not recommended for mulching. These trees release allelochemicals that can suppress plant growth. Some homeowners, however, use wood from these trees for mulching if it is less potent due to age or concentration, or if the plants are not as sensitive to them.

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.

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