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Avatar for Vinny Landscaping
Vinny Landscaping
4.5(
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenRetaining Wall - InstallArchitect - Landscape+3 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Danny and his team from Vinny’s Landscaping are experts in their craft of landscaping. I hired him for my front yard improvement which required installing artificial green turf, pavers and a fountain. Totally satisfied with the high quality of work and professionalism from his team. They finished the work in quick time."
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+101

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Welcome Home Landscape & Lawn Care
4.7(
46
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenArchitect - LandscapeDesigner - Landscape+6 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Welcome Home Landscape did a fantastic job on our yard. Ken and Emily are a talented team and their hard work and creative ideas made such a wonderful improvement in both our front and back yards. We were so pleased, we have hired them to also do routine maintenance. I would highly recommend them for any landscape needs."
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+5

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
21
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Landscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or GardenSod - InstallLandscape - Install Landscaping for Yard or Garden - For Business+2 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"M&J Prime Builders were wonderful to work with. Very hard working and did a great job. They can do most things and have great trades people. We had a big project - retaining walls, drainage, leveling, pavers, landscaping, lighting etc. I am very happy with how everything turned out. I would definitely recommend them for any big or small project!"
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maldonado Landscaping License Not Yet Provided
4.8(
27
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLandscape - Soil, Sand, Mulch and Rock Delivery

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired him to do a large yard (about 1/3 acre) cleanup and removal of all debris, some trimming of bushes. Great work, started early, finished early, professional, and thorough. Will hire him in the future for other projects. Able to do more than yard work."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landscaping questions, answered by experts

Buying plants from a nursery is one thing, but ensuring that they are properly planted is another. While you might not need to hire a landscaper for every plant that you buy from a nursery, it’s a great idea to have their expertise and experience to plant larger items, like burlapped trees or specialty plants like rose bushes. Even better, before making a trip to a nursery to buy new plants, consult a local landscaper to test your soil for pH levels, soil texture, and phosphorus and potassium levels to help determine the best plants for your area.

Most experts recommend a quarter-inch layer of compost for best results, and you will need about .77 cubic yards of material per 1,000 square feet. To measure how much compost to use, take the square footage of your yard and multiply it by .77, then divide that number by 1,000.

Finding a reputable greenhouse or nursery should start online, where you can read through customer reviews to gauge the quality of the plants sold and the customer experience. Look out for customers complaining about plants dying shortly after purchase, and try to choose a greenhouse known for hiring employees who are able to explain how to care for the plants you purchase. It’s also a good idea to head to a few greenhouses to see the selection they offer and make sure they carry the plants or trees you’re looking for.

Yes, you can absolutely transplant bushes instead of removing them completely. The success depends on the size of the bushes, their age, and the transplanting season. Ideally, transplant during the dormant season (late fall or winter). Dig out the entire root system in one piece, fill the new hole with fresh soil and mulch, and water thoroughly after planting.

A full backyard renovation can cost between $15,000 and $50,000, depending on the scope of the project. Excavation, materials, and labor costs all contribute to the final cost of updating your outdoor spaces, and expensive features like a pool, a fence, or hardscaping carry a high price tag.

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