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Top-Rated Lawn care pros in Santee - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Brothers Landscape
Brothers Landscape
4.7(
185
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Sod - InstallLawn Care - Aerate a LawnLawn Care - Aerate a Lawn - For Business+12 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a complete landscape redo for our residence. The project included fencing and painting, repair redwood deck and paint, install pavers and fire pit, remove grass and install synthetic turf, large tree removal, hedge removal, destruction and removal of sidewalk and replacement with pavers, replacement of lawn with decorative rock and succulents/cactus, complete irrigation overhaul and installation of drip system, install landscape lighting. Luis is a stickler for detail and made sure the job was done right. He is great to work with and his crew are professional and courteous."
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+92

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
GRAND OAKS LANDSCAPING Inc.
5.0(
15
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - InstallLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - Install - For Business+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are a pleasure to do business. I have hired them to take care of my property on a full time bases Victor & Scott are very reliable great service fair prices."
Putting green with artificial turf & country manor wall
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Darvin's Fine Gardening
4.7(
77
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn Care - Aerate a Lawn+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I would recommend Darvin. He did a wonderful job cleaning up my garden. There was 7 large plants to be removed, besides a general clean up. He was professional. The area looks great! Also, his pricing for this work was reasonable. Definitely a recommendation."
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.4(
135
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Sod - InstallSod - Install - For Business

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service did a fantastic job in my backyard. They worked within my budget. My planting beds were cleaned out, weed barrier installed and new succulents planted. They worked with me on design and planting. They also re-installed stairs to allow access into my canyon lot. Finally they installed a retaining wall to support my mature sycamore tree that is on a slope and also terraced above the tree on the slope. The workmen were efficient and friendly. I would definitely recommend this business for your landscaping needs.1"
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Del Mar
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Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Tomas Landscaping - License Not Yet Provided
5.0(
42
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For Business

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Very friendly and professional just ended up going with a different Gardener/Landscaper.. i appreciate his quick response and going out of his way to offer a very fare quote. Would definitely use him in the future for yard maintenance if the person I chose moves on to bigger and better things."
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Boulder Landscapes, Inc.
4.9(
12
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn and Garden Sprinkler System - InstallSod - Install

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kyle has a wonderful attitude toward customer service. He's prompt and his crew is conscientious. I'm very happy with the work they did and I plan to hire them in the future for additional services."
Alpine Desertscape
Alpine Desertscape
Alpine Desertscape
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+10

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Sotelo Tree Service
Sotelo Tree Service
5.0(
32
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Lawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Fall / Spring Clean Up - For BusinessLawn Care - Maintain and Mow a Lawn+2 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jacob returned my call the same day. His bid was reasonable compared to the last time I had my eucalyptus tree cut but stump not removed. This time I had my grown ficus tree along with a small guava. The ficus roots has become unwieldy and threatening the new fence so it had to go, including the stump and roots! Sotelo Tree Service has a complete set of machines to do a complete tree removal - mulcher truck and a stump shredder tractor. Overall, I am satisfied 100%"
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+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for Final Touch Hardscape
Final Touch Hardscape
4.8(
47
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Lawn and Garden Sprinkler System - RepairLawn & Yard Waste Clean UpLawn Care - Aerate a Lawn+3 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I received a phone call within minutes of requesting a quote. Mr. Ruiz came out the same day (Sunday). Showed him the problem on the surface. (Which was an irrigation problem) .He had to dig up some dirt and found the issue. After getting the parts to fix the problem, he showed up the next morning and not only did he complete the requested job. He fixed some wires someone else had cut doing another job. I was manually turning on the sprinklers and using the hose to water the grass. He looked at all my sprinkler heads. He set up the timer on the sprinkler system to ensure my system was working perfectly. The PRICE was RIGHT!! I was holding my breath on how much this would cost. After I paid for the services, I went inside and did a happy dance. I have funds left over to order take out for dinner. I also found out that he provides other lawn services like installing artificial turf and retaining walls. I will definitely hire again. I also appreciated that Mr. Ruiz wore a mask during this uneasy time. (Covid-19)"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Lawn Care FAQs, answered by experts

Many experts say anytime before 10 a.m. is a good time to water grass, but this does depend a bit on the climate conditions where you live. For example, if you live in South Florida and it’s already 95 degrees by 7:30 a.m., it may simply be too hot to effectively water your lawn, regardless of what the time is.

It is not recommended to mow wet grass, including grass with morning dew. Mowing when wet can damage your lawn, your mower, and potentially cause injury. Wet grass blades are more likely to be torn rather than cut cleanly, which can lead to brown tips and increase the risk of fungal diseases. Additionally, wet clippings can clump together, smothering the grass underneath, and can clog your mower. For best results, wait until the grass is dry to the touch, which is often about two hours after morning dew has evaporated. Regular lawn mower maintenance is also important for a clean cut.

Mowing your grass regularly, especially if you’re mowing close to the ground, can help kill Johnsongrass. Frequent mowing helps limit the spread of Johnsongrass and can even deplete carbohydrate reserves in rhizomes over time. The more time you leave in between mowing, the more likely Johnsongrass is to regrow and take over your lawn. 

The frequency of gardening service visits depends on two significant factors—the service and your budget. If you’re a gardening DIYer and only need someone to check on your plant's health quality, you might not need many visits throughout the year. However, if you love the idea of a garden but don't have the time or patience to plant, water, and maintain your garden, you might need weekly visits (or more, depending on the weather).

Yes, many services provide preseason checks and winterizing to ensure year-round efficiency.

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