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Avatar for Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eli and his crew did a great job trimming our very large cypress tree. The logistics were difficult. The tree is on a steep hillside, and we have many delicate plants and fruit trees beneath the cypress. Eli made sure there was no damage to any of these other trees and plants. They worked a long hard day and came back the following day to finish cleaning up. The site was left cleaner than it was when they started. Eli is very professional, has a great crew, is insured for the dangerous work they do, and very reasonable. I would definitely hire him again."
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+58

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Basave LANDSCAPING
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Basave landscaping did an incredible job with the Astro turf install in my backyard. The initial consultation was a great experience. He listened to exactly what I was looking for and sourced affordable materials to keep my budget met. His team got it done in one day and worked very ho*** ** all the details. We love hanging out in our backyard now! I would recommend his team to anyone who needs landscaping/turf install services."
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by44%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 Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had new tenants moving into my rental property and hired them to clean the place before they moved in. They did a great job and left everything looking clean and ready for the new tenants. They were professional, showed up on time, and made the whole process easy. Really happy with the work they did and I?ll definitely be using them again!"
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+14

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bay Breeze Landscaping Inc
5.0(
13
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden

Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Eduardo was very responsive and professional. All measures taken by him and his crew to ensure we were satisfied with everything he was install. The work came out better than expected. He recommended pavers and gave us input and information to things we did not think of."
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+14

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Villa Handyman - Unlicensed Contractor
4.7(
49
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Landscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock DeliveryLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery - For Business

Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Armando removed dysfunctional glass shower doors and patched up screw holes; remounted a lose shelf in the shower; reset a closet louver door after adjusting the track; replaced damaged baseboards and painted afterwards; patched a crack in a wall beneath a bay window; and installed a screen door. I am very happy with the outcome of everything. If you are looking for quality work and fair pricing hire Armando. I'm so glad I did. I'll keep his business phone number handy for any future repair, removal, and installation needs I may have."
New remodel kitchen
Main water line replace
All cities projects well
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All cities projects well

+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mulch and Topsoil FAQs, answered by experts

Small gravel is the better option since it creates a stable, even surface that’s easier on paws and hooves. Large gravel can be uncomfortable and may shift too much underfoot. So if you’re using gravel in pet or livestock areas, go for smooth, rounded small gravel to prevent injuries and discomfort.

In most cases, it’s better to remove rocks before adding mulch. Layering the two will restrict drainage and plant health, and can create an unpleasant texture underfoot.

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 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.

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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