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Avatar for Maciel Landscaping and Construction-Unlicensed Contractor

Maciel Landscaping and Construction-Unlicensed Contractor

4.89(
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Maciel Landscaping and Construction-Unlicensed Contractor

4.89(
23
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
2022 years of experience

Here at Maciel Landscaping and Construction we are family owned & operated with over 10 years of experience. We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job we will treat your home or your business as we would treat our own. Give Maciel Landscaping and Construction We look forward to working with you!

"Outstanding work!!! He went above and beyond my expectations. Would definitely hire him again for future projects.."

Randy C on December 2023

Here at Maciel Landscaping and Construction we are family owned & operated with over 10 years of experience. We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job we will treat your home or your business as we would treat our own. Give Maciel Landscaping and Construction We look forward to working with you!

"Outstanding work!!! He went above and beyond my expectations. Would definitely hire him again for future projects.."

Randy C on December 2023


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MND Landscaping - Unlicensed Contractor

4.92(
20
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MND Landscaping - Unlicensed Contractor

4.92(
20
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
2021 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Emanuel the owner was prompt and knowledgeable about plants and landscaping. He did the work perfectly and cleaned up meticulously! I will be hiring him for more landscape and tree projects for sure!!!"

Cathy D on August 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Emanuel the owner was prompt and knowledgeable about plants and landscaping. He did the work perfectly and cleaned up meticulously! I will be hiring him for more landscape and tree projects for sure!!!"

Cathy D on August 2025


Avatar for Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC

Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC

5.00(
16
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Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC

5.00(
16
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2008 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Thank you for considering Trejos Landscaping & Gardening for your outdoor project! We are a California Licensed Landscaping Contractor (C-27 #1136719) proudly serving Monterey County, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in sod installation, irrigation systems, cleanups, and full outdoor remodels. Our work is rooted in quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and respect for your home, treating every project as if it were our own. As the owner, my mission is to deliver 5-star results and earn your full satisfaction. If at any point we fall short, I want to hear about it so we can make it right. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Family-owned and operated ✅ Transparent pricing & free estimates We’d be happy to share references or photos of past work. Let’s turn your vision into something lasting.

"Arturo was on time, fast, communicative, offered solutions, did a lot of cleanup in 4 hours. I will have him come back. "

Noelle A on April 2025

Thank you for considering Trejos Landscaping & Gardening for your outdoor project! We are a California Licensed Landscaping Contractor (C-27 #1136719) proudly serving Monterey County, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in sod installation, irrigation systems, cleanups, and full outdoor remodels. Our work is rooted in quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and respect for your home, treating every project as if it were our own. As the owner, my mission is to deliver 5-star results and earn your full satisfaction. If at any point we fall short, I want to hear about it so we can make it right. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Family-owned and operated ✅ Transparent pricing & free estimates We’d be happy to share references or photos of past work. Let’s turn your vision into something lasting.

"Arturo was on time, fast, communicative, offered solutions, did a lot of cleanup in 4 hours. I will have him come back. "

Noelle A on April 2025


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Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services

4.68(
34
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Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services

4.68(
34
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
2010 years of experience

Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services service is gutter and Garden company serving Peninsula area. Golden Gutter Cleaning & Garden services will complete your project on time and on budget- guaranteed we do gutter cleaning , installation, repair and complete garden service. We are a family owned business. We speak bilingual English & Spanish.

"Their service was super detailed and they have proactively reached out to continue service. Very professional and so nice"

Leslie D on November 2022

Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services service is gutter and Garden company serving Peninsula area. Golden Gutter Cleaning & Garden services will complete your project on time and on budget- guaranteed we do gutter cleaning , installation, repair and complete garden service. We are a family owned business. We speak bilingual English & Spanish.

"Their service was super detailed and they have proactively reached out to continue service. Very professional and so nice"

Leslie D on November 2022


Avatar for Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
38
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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
38
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
2013 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025


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On Spot Landscaping

4.83(
6
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On Spot Landscaping

4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2023 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 15 years of experience as a landscaper, On Spot Landscaping, is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"Luis was fantastic, he arrived on short notice and was able to clear the weeds & overgrowth within a few hours. Would highly recommend him again! "

Wei Jian Y on October 2025

With over 15 years of experience as a landscaper, On Spot Landscaping, is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"Luis was fantastic, he arrived on short notice and was able to clear the weeds & overgrowth within a few hours. Would highly recommend him again! "

Wei Jian Y on October 2025


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GREEN EARTH LANDSCAPING

5.00(
3
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GREEN EARTH LANDSCAPING

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2012 years of experience

GREEN EARTH LANDSCAPING 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 10 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

"Cruz is XLT. Brought his crew, trucks a hauling trailer to take care of our much needed yard clean up on short notice and did a very thorough job. Came back next day and did gutters. Cruz will be doing our regular yard care and we could not be happier. I have used many other landscaping services over the years and GreenEarth Landscaping stands out as the best of them. Very pleased. Note, he goes by his last name, Cruz."

Alice W on December 2023

GREEN EARTH LANDSCAPING 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 10 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

"Cruz is XLT. Brought his crew, trucks a hauling trailer to take care of our much needed yard clean up on short notice and did a very thorough job. Came back next day and did gutters. Cruz will be doing our regular yard care and we could not be happier. I have used many other landscaping services over the years and GreenEarth Landscaping stands out as the best of them. Very pleased. Note, he goes by his last name, Cruz."

Alice W on December 2023


Avatar for Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

5.00(
2
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Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2018 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his team did an amazing job. Very punctual, and clean. Carlos explained everything that needed to be done, and why. Carlos was very reasonably priced and fair. I highly recommend Carlos and will be using him again for an upcoming project."

Eddie C on August 2021

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his team did an amazing job. Very punctual, and clean. Carlos explained everything that needed to be done, and why. Carlos was very reasonably priced and fair. I highly recommend Carlos and will be using him again for an upcoming project."

Eddie C on August 2021


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Tom Service Landscape

5.00(
1
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Tom Service Landscape

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
2013 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"We’re absolutely thrilled with the work Tom and his team did on our backyard in Oakland! They transformed the space by installing grass, a sprinkler system, a flagstone area, a pergola, and a fence, while also addressing drainage issues to ensure the yard stays in great shape for years to come. Tom was reliable, responsive, and a true professional. From our first consultation, he listened to our vision, offered thoughtful suggestions, and kept us informed every step of the way. His communication made the entire process seamless and stress-free. The crew was fantastic—punctual, respectful, and hardworking. They showed up on time every day, worked efficiently, and left the site spotless. Thanks to Tom and his team, our backyard is now a stunning, functional space that we love. We couldn’t recommend Tomservice more highly!"

Nadav H on January 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"We’re absolutely thrilled with the work Tom and his team did on our backyard in Oakland! They transformed the space by installing grass, a sprinkler system, a flagstone area, a pergola, and a fence, while also addressing drainage issues to ensure the yard stays in great shape for years to come. Tom was reliable, responsive, and a true professional. From our first consultation, he listened to our vision, offered thoughtful suggestions, and kept us informed every step of the way. His communication made the entire process seamless and stress-free. The crew was fantastic—punctual, respectful, and hardworking. They showed up on time every day, worked efficiently, and left the site spotless. Thanks to Tom and his team, our backyard is now a stunning, functional space that we love. We couldn’t recommend Tomservice more highly!"

Nadav H on January 2025


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Manicure Gardening Services

5.00(
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Manicure Gardening Services

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
2019 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company with 30+ years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Excellent owner operated business. Good listeners and do what you ask!!"

Bob S on February 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company with 30+ years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Excellent owner operated business. Good listeners and do what you ask!!"

Bob S on February 2025

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

A gravel driveway costs from $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, including materials and installation. Cost factors for this project include the type of gravel, its thickness, and the amount of site preparation required.

Consider these cost estimates for a 20-foot-long driveway:

  • 1-car (240 square feet): $300–$432

  • 2-car (480 square feet): $600–$864

  • 4-car (960 square feet): $1,200–$1,728

Here are gravel driveways costs for a 50-foot-long driveway:

  • 1-car (600 square feet): $750–$1,080

  • 2-car (1,200 square feet): $1,500–$2,160

  • 4-car (2,400 square feet): $3,000–$4,320

Depending on the size of the river rock and the density of your soil, add woven landscape fabric or sand under river rock. The extra layer will ensure your river rock sits evenly and doesn't create puddles or uneven areas throughout the design. In some cases, nothing is necessary beneath river rock, but be sure to speak with a landscaper to keep your landscaping looking sharp.

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.

When it comes to which stone is better, crushed or natural gravel, it all depends on the project. Crushed stone is a great base and filler material for projects like retention walls, concrete slabs, driveways, pipes, and drains. Gravel is a common choice for visually attractive landscaping projects like walkways, above-ground drainage systems, patios, and garden borders.

Colored mulch can be bad for plants in that it robs them of nitrogen as it depletes the soil to break itself down. With this in mind, it’s a good idea to test your soil to check the nitrogen levels. If the nitrogen levels are low, use fertilizer with extra nitrogen or switch to regular mulch.

Another downside of colored mulch is if it’s heavily contaminated, it can contaminate the soil and damage your plants. To avoid this, look for the MSC certification logo on the mulch bag before purchasing.

The Santa Cruz, CA homeowners’ guide to mulch and topsoil services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.