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Brad Sayre Landscape Services
4.8(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Graton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brad is a horticulturist and was extremely helpful as we decided what plants and trees to use that were drought resistant and inviting to butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. Brad’s son, Dan, and worker Danny, were professional, efficient, and friendly. We had some changes and additions we decided to make as we watched the wonderful job they were doing, and they were most accommodating and provided some excellent suggestions. I would definitely use them again."
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+10

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Kev N Cal Home Services
5.0(
13
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Graton, 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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+14

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sola de Vega Landscaping
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Graton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Saul is indispensable to us. He is knowledgeable, creative and talented - and just as important, he is reliable and responsive. He incorporates my ideas and helps to find ways to make it work. We couldn’t maintain our 5 acre property without them!"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Enriquez Tree Trimming and Landscaping
5.0(
17
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn

Serving Graton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos and his team have worked on our property for years. He is kind and professional and always goes above and beyond to make our difficult yard look fantastic. He is an experienced arborist and very knowledgeable and safe. I highly recommend them for any and all yard work but especially for tree trimming, pruning, and shrub shaping. Their work is consistently better than I expect and it is a pleasure to have them on our property!"
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Back Yard Remodel
Back Yard Remodel

+7

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by6%of homeowners
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Mindful Landscapes
5.0(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Graton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brian and his crew were hardworking and knowledgeable. They listened to what we needed and provided it with friendly efficiency. We needed to tweak a couple of things, but there was no problem, and we are thrilled with the final results. We now have beautiful stable flagstones and a lush new lawn with a path. Brian followed up by coming by later to check on the new sprinkler system, and made the necessary adjustments. I would definitely recommend him, and have already done so."
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+20

Response time3 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Black Forest Enterprise
5.0(
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Lawn Care - Maintain and Mow a LawnLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Graton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Juan Contreras Landscaping
5.0(
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Graton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Topsoil should go down first. If the topsoil is next to your house, make sure the grade slopes away from the house to keep water from pooling against your foundation and possibly leaking into your basement or crawl space. Don’t cover your decorative landscape mulch with topsoil as that defeats the purpose of laying down the mulch. If you’re trying to create a certain soil composition to improve plant growth, you’ll likely want compost mixed into the topsoil instead of mulch. Over time, any decorative wood mulch will simply decompose under the topsoil.

The hydroseed mix—known as a slurry—helps grass seed take root in many ways. Water combines with the mulch, allowing the grass seed to stay moist while grounded in the soil. The extra fertilizer then provides the boost the seed needs to flourish. In just a few weeks, you'll be ready to break out the lawnmower again.

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.

A base layer is typically required when installing artificial grass, and the specific materials depend on the surface where the turf is being placed.

If you are installing artificial grass over soil, you should lay down a sub-base and a weed barrier.

  • Weed Barrier: A fabric weed barrier, weed membrane, or geo-textile paper is essential to prevent weeds from growing through and damaging the turf.

  • Sub-base: This layer provides drainage, support, and prevents the turf from sinking. Common materials include a mixture of gravel and sand, such as crushed miscellaneous base (CMB), decomposed granite, decomposed limestone, or a specifically mixed road base. Other options include silica sand and granite sand.

If you are placing turf over a hard surface like concrete, you can often skip the sub-base and use a padded underlayment or shock-absorbent material like astro-cushion for comfort and safety.

If you are unsure which materials are best for your specific project, it's a good idea to consult with an artificial turf installer.

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.

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