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Hernandez Landscape - Unlicensed Contractor
4148 Oceanview Blvd
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Hernandez Landscape - Unlicensed Contractor
4148 Oceanview Blvd
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10 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

With 15 years of experience Hernandez Landscaping is your trusted partner for all landscaping needs, from design to maintenance. With a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces, our team collaborates closely with clients to bring their landscaping visions to life. Whether it's designing lush gardens, installing irrigation systems, or maintaining pristine lawns, we combine expertise with creativity to transform ordinary landscapes into stunning retreats that reflect each client's unique style and preferences. English & Spanish Available Cash Discounts Available Accepts Cash, Checks, Major Credit Cards & Zelle

With 15 years of experience Hernandez Landscaping is your trusted partner for all landscaping needs, from design to maintenance. With a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces, our team collaborates closely with clients to bring their landscaping visions to life. Whether it's designing lush gardens, installing irrigation systems, or maintaining pristine lawns, we combine expertise with creativity to transform ordinary landscapes into stunning retreats that reflect each client's unique style and preferences. English & Spanish Available Cash Discounts Available Accepts Cash, Checks, Major Credit Cards & Zelle


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Rudy Hernandez - Unlicensed Contractor
1612 Rachael Ave
4.88(
57
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Rudy Hernandez - Unlicensed Contractor
1612 Rachael Ave
4.88(
57
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

At Rudy Hernandez, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!

"Rudy fixed a sprinkler problem I have had for over two years in under 2hours. I will finally have my grass back to normal. I would highly recommend for any help with irrigation."

Sam A on September 2024

At Rudy Hernandez, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!

"Rudy fixed a sprinkler problem I have had for over two years in under 2hours. I will finally have my grass back to normal. I would highly recommend for any help with irrigation."

Sam A on September 2024


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OPP Hauling and Landscaping LLC
418 Sandy Creek Dr
5.00(
5
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OPP Hauling and Landscaping LLC
418 Sandy Creek Dr
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

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.

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Saad X on June 2023

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.

"N/A"

Saad X on June 2023


RH Construction - Unlicensed Contractor
2003 Bayview Heights Drive, #71
4.50(
4
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RH Construction - Unlicensed Contractor
2003 Bayview Heights Drive, #71
4.50(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

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. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.

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Kenneth G on November 2021

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. We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.

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Kenneth G on November 2021


Francisco's Landscape - Unlicensed Contractor
722 Graves Ave
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Francisco's Landscape - Unlicensed Contractor
722 Graves Ave
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12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 lawn care services. You will find us to be competitively priced with 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!

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 lawn care services. You will find us to be competitively priced with 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!


D-Building Concepts LLC-Unlicensed Contractor
PO Box 7318
5.00(
1
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D-Building Concepts LLC-Unlicensed Contractor
PO Box 7318
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Roger & his team were very efficient & accommodating! Did a great job with our yard! Very professional! Would definitely recommend to others and hire again!"

Brittany C on June 2023

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Roger & his team were very efficient & accommodating! Did a great job with our yard! Very professional! Would definitely recommend to others and hire again!"

Brittany C on June 2023


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Matias Gonzalez Landscape, LLC.- Unlicensed Contractor
1113 N Fig St
5.00(
1
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Matias Gonzalez Landscape, LLC.- Unlicensed Contractor
1113 N Fig St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
13 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Welcome to Matias Gonzalez Landscape, LLC.! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"Matias provided a reasonable quote for the work being performed. Showed up on time and did a good job cleaning up before leaving. Very polite respectful."

Mary R on January 2025

Welcome to Matias Gonzalez Landscape, LLC.! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"Matias provided a reasonable quote for the work being performed. Showed up on time and did a good job cleaning up before leaving. Very polite respectful."

Mary R on January 2025


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Self Made Junk Removal
621 Galaxy Dr
5.00(
2
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Self Made Junk Removal
621 Galaxy Dr
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
18 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Self Made Junk Removal is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Fast friendly service. Very affordable compared to others. Definitely will use again!!!!"

Kathryn T on January 2025

Self Made Junk Removal is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Fast friendly service. Very affordable compared to others. Definitely will use again!!!!"

Kathryn T on January 2025


Southern California Landscaping
351 East Bradley Avenue, Space 132
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Southern California Landscaping
351 East Bradley Avenue, Space 132
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Approved Pro
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Southern California Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's lawn maintenance or masonry, we can take care of all your landscape needs. Ask us about our service! We look forward to working with you!

At Southern California Landscaping, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's lawn maintenance or masonry, we can take care of all your landscape needs. Ask us about our service! We look forward to working with you!


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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
23445 Haynes Street
4.25(
18
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
23445 Haynes Street
4.25(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
184 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We recently remodeled our bathroom with McCormick, and it was a fantastic experience. Khaled was informative, patient, and genuinely helpful, guiding us through choices for a perfect design. The team’s professionalism showed in their punctuality and quality. Every aspect was done with care, from tile placement to lighting. The transformation is truly impressive; the bathroom now feels open and luxurious. We’re beyond pleased with the result and look forward to more projects with them."

Geoffrey C H on January 2025

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We recently remodeled our bathroom with McCormick, and it was a fantastic experience. Khaled was informative, patient, and genuinely helpful, guiding us through choices for a perfect design. The team’s professionalism showed in their punctuality and quality. Every aspect was done with care, from tile placement to lighting. The transformation is truly impressive; the bathroom now feels open and luxurious. We’re beyond pleased with the result and look forward to more projects with them."

Geoffrey C H on January 2025

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Mulch and topsoil services FAQs

Mulch costs anywhere from $30 to $150 per cubic yard, depending on the type you choose. On the inexpensive end, red and black mulch are about $35 to $40 per cubic yard, and are typically made from recycled waste wood like shredded old pallets or deck material. Cedar, cypress, and rubber mulch cost anywhere from $100 to $120 per cubic yard. A pro can help you determine the type of mulch most suitable for your landscaping needs.

Topsoil costs from $12 to $55 per cubic yard, depending on the type you choose. For example, screened black dirt will cost about $15 per cubic yard. Loam (soil composed of sand, silt, and clay) costs about $17 per cubic yard. Standard screened topsoil costs about $20 per cubic yard. The type of topsoil you need depends on your landscaping plans.

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.

No, mulch itself does not necessarily attract termites even though it’s usually made of shredded wood. Some types of mulch like cedar or cypress resist termites because they’re toxic or unappetizing to the wood munchers. However, when the mulch is deep enough, say three inches or more, it creates a perfect habitat for insects of all kinds to build nests.

Although it’s not required to lay anything under mulch, it can help to put landscape fabric or plastic weed barrier down and lay mulch on top. The barrier helps keep weeds from growing up through your mulch. It also helps keep rodents and insects from burrowing into the ground underneath.

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