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Brad Sayre Landscape Services
4.7(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Cotati, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brad listened carefully to our ideas to re-landscape our backyard. He offered sound advice, based on his experience and our vision, and created a design that was perfect for our yard. He and his team were very efficient and professional. I highly recommend Brad Sayer."
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Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Kev N Cal Home Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Cotati, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Incredible service from start to finish! I needed a garage clean-out/pickup, and Kev N Cal Home Services made the whole process so easy. They were professional, responsive, and did an amazing job. Everything was handled efficiently, and I really appreciated how reliable and friendly they were. I highly recommend them to anyone needing junk removal, hauling, cleaning, or other home services. Great service and great people! Definitely a company I would use again."
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Sola de Vega Landscaping
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Cotati, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a sprinkler leakage problem that Saul and his team solved during his visit. They came on time, did a thorough walkthrough of the property pointing issues and solutions. After a couple of days after their visit, I can say the problem is solved. I will definitely recommend Sola de Vega Landscaping for their professionalism and honesty doing their job."
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Mindful Landscapes
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Cotati, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Brian and his team for this project and they went above and beyond my expectations. This project led to several others, mostly focused on my backyard Mindful Landscaping transformed my backyard from a chicken yard to a lovely, peaceful, and easy to maintain area. They added pebbles and stones and cleared weeds and mulched the beads, planted numerous plants and shrubs in pots, installed a small but beautiful lawn. Brian and crew also installed a whole new irrigation system in both yards. After another contractor, installed a new driveway for me, Brian and his helper, Steele designed and installed a pair of new gates between the front and back of the house. The gates have made a major difference in the curb appeal of my house. I can’t express my appreciation for the attention to detail and hard work that they put into all of the jobs. I would strongly recommend mindful landscapes for any landscaping, planting, or irrigation needs."
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+20

Response time3 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Sampson's Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Cotati, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Aaron and his crew are great! Our project involved reshaping a hill and pasture into a pool with concrete decks, stone retaining walls, boulders, landscaping with drought resistant plantings, a drip irrigation system and lighting, Itâ s a complete transformation! They are responsive, adaptable, very efficient and great at problem solving, all at a fair price with detailed billing information. Iâ ll definitely use them for my next projects!!"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Black Forest Enterprise
5.0(
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Cotati, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Black Forest was great. Not only did they do an incredible job with the things I asked for, they were responsive, reasonably priced, and quick to get me scheduled. I have already asked for them to do another job for me!"
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35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Juan Contreras Landscaping
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Cotati, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"I hired Juan to redo my front yard. He removed the old lawn, updated the irrigation, and designed the new landscape. He did an amazing job and I am extremely happy with the finished project. He was on time and always communicated any changes. Juan and his team where friendly and professional throughout the entire project."
Response time3 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The best way to keep dirt around your foundation is to ensure your drainage is working properly and redirecting water well away from the foundation. Soil erosion is one of the most common causes of basement flooding, so it’s important to make sure you’re retaining the soil you replaced after learning how to regrade around the foundation. In addition, your foundation planting can also help prevent erosion. For example, plant roots to help keep soil in place.

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.

You should add 1 to 4 inches of mulch, depending on your garden type and needs. Keep in mind that no amount of mulch can completely prevent weeds, but a heavier coverage (closer to 4 inches) can suppress weeds enough that you are only seeing them sprout every few weeks. Finer mulch prevents weeds more effectively than large mulch, so if you’re using mulched leaves or shredded bark, 1 to 2 inches will likely suffice, while 3 to 4 inches is best for larger mulch, like bark chips or straw.

The best size rock for your landscaping depends on the design, as different boulders serve different purposes. If you want to group boulders to create a natural-looking cluster, you’ll need a range of sizes. Otherwise, here are some suggestions:

  • Small boulders (smaller than 12 inches across): Best for landscape edging and fire pits 

  • Medium boulders (12–24 inches): Best for retaining walls and water features

  • Large boulders (more than 24 inches): Best as standalone landscaping features, steps, or walkways.

Of course, you can mix and match sizes to create a unique display.

The number of bags of topsoil you need depends on the depth you’re filling. The average topsoil is sold in a roughly forty-pound bag, covering 12 square feet at a one-inch depth. Since topsoil is by nature the uppermost layer of soil, you can bet on only needing to fill about 4 to 8 inches of soil depth with it.

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