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Bravos Landscape & Maintenance - Unlicensed Contractor

306 West Orchard Street
5.00(
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Bravos Landscape & Maintenance - Unlicensed Contractor

306 West Orchard Street
5.00(
8
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•Approved Pro
14 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Bravos Landscape & Maintenance is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over eight years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"When I contacted the owner of this business, from the start he was very professional. He and his crew perfected everything that I had envisioned for my yard. They did an outstanding job in such a short amount on time. I had an event coming up, family was coming over to celebrate; they did everything in their power to make it happen before then and we truly appreciated that. "

Darla B on September 2025

Bravos Landscape & Maintenance is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over eight years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"When I contacted the owner of this business, from the start he was very professional. He and his crew perfected everything that I had envisioned for my yard. They did an outstanding job in such a short amount on time. I had an event coming up, family was coming over to celebrate; they did everything in their power to make it happen before then and we truly appreciated that. "

Darla B on September 2025

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Mike Clark Trucking

14180 Road 192
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Mike Clark Trucking

14180 Road 192
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mike Clark Trucking is a family owned and friendly company that specializes in the transportation of Rock, Sand and Gravel. We have Several types of Equipment that helps us get the job done quickly and efficiently. We have been in the business for 15 years, which have given us key insights on how we can better help you. Weather the job is just one to two loads, or a few thousand we can make sure it gets done right.

"These guys know what they are doing. They got the job done without hassle. I spoke with Tony, very professional, highly recommend!"

Lance M on October 2021

Mike Clark Trucking is a family owned and friendly company that specializes in the transportation of Rock, Sand and Gravel. We have Several types of Equipment that helps us get the job done quickly and efficiently. We have been in the business for 15 years, which have given us key insights on how we can better help you. Weather the job is just one to two loads, or a few thousand we can make sure it gets done right.

"These guys know what they are doing. They got the job done without hassle. I spoke with Tony, very professional, highly recommend!"

Lance M on October 2021

Paramount Landscape

14150 Morningside Dr
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Paramount Landscape

14150 Morningside Dr
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31 years of experience

In business since 1994, Paramount Landscape is owned and operated by San Luis Obispo native Fred Temple. We are an irrigation specialist (sprinklers, drip systems, automatic timers, etc.) and knowledgeable in native drought tolerant species! For more information, visit our website: www.paramountlandscapeslo.com

In business since 1994, Paramount Landscape is owned and operated by San Luis Obispo native Fred Temple. We are an irrigation specialist (sprinklers, drip systems, automatic timers, etc.) and knowledgeable in native drought tolerant species! For more information, visit our website: www.paramountlandscapeslo.com

HILBRANT Trucking

734 Brandy Ct
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HILBRANT Trucking

734 Brandy Ct
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30 years of experience

HILBRANT Trucking was established May of 1995. We were a one truck sole proprietorship company with a dream of growth. Through hard work and dedication we have grown into HILBRANT Trucking Company,LLC with seven trucks, one owner operator and six employees. We take Great Pride in our Company and Equipment and this is also for the Customer as well as we are confident that we will give them the Great service that they deserve. We go above and beyond what is expected from our customers and we do it with Gratitude for the opportunity they have given us. We have repeated customers of 15 Years and are always looking for new customers. Our employees are very knowledgeable of the jobs that they are to perform. We do hire out to Subhaulers at times. Our billing is done in-house and paid out every 30 days.

HILBRANT Trucking was established May of 1995. We were a one truck sole proprietorship company with a dream of growth. Through hard work and dedication we have grown into HILBRANT Trucking Company,LLC with seven trucks, one owner operator and six employees. We take Great Pride in our Company and Equipment and this is also for the Customer as well as we are confident that we will give them the Great service that they deserve. We go above and beyond what is expected from our customers and we do it with Gratitude for the opportunity they have given us. We have repeated customers of 15 Years and are always looking for new customers. Our employees are very knowledgeable of the jobs that they are to perform. We do hire out to Subhaulers at times. Our billing is done in-house and paid out every 30 days.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

The best soil to put around a house foundation is fill dirt, which is soil that’s specifically designed for covering large areas and filling in holes. Don’t waste money regrading around your foundation with expensive topsoil. Use topsoil only for the last layer of soil, about 5 to 10 inches, so that when you do your foundation planting, your grass and plants will have the nutrients they need to grow.

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.

Mulch is best used in garden beds and yards, not in your driveway as pothole filler. It is meant to stimulate plant growth. Upon repeated pressure, it turns into compost, which also serves as fertilizer for weeds to take over. The roots will then break into your driveway, leading to more material loss and structural collapses.

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.

Mulching any time of year can attract termites, so there’s no added risk in the fall. The important thing to remember is that termites are attracted to rotting wood, so you need to lay a thin enough layer that won’t trap too much moisture and lead to rotting. A layer between 1 and 4 inches thick should provide all the benefits you’re looking for without attracting termites.

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