Landscaping in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento proper is a different kind of landscaping project than Placer County suburbia. City codes are more complex, lots are denser, the housing stock is older, and the urban tree canopy is a major factor in what grows and what does not. We work in Sacramento regularly and understand what the city environment requires.

We handle both residential and commercial landscape work in Sacramento. Residential renovation in established neighborhoods is common. Commercial landscape installation, maintenance-level renovation, and irrigation upgrades at office parks and commercial properties are also part of our Sacramento portfolio.

Working in the City

City permitting requirements in Sacramento are more involved than in many surrounding municipalities. Tree protection ordinances, front yard impervious surface limits, and ROW work rules all apply to projects that would be simpler in suburban Placer County.

We know the permit process and pull what is required. City permitting timelines are part of the project schedule, not a surprise. We have done enough work in Sacramento to know which projects need permits and which do not.

Front Yard Setbacks and Drought Conversions

Sacramento has specific rules about front yard coverage and the allowable percentage of impervious surface in front yard areas. Drought-tolerant front yard conversions are common in Sacramento, and the city has programs supporting them, but the replacement design needs to meet the codes for plant coverage and hardscape limits.

We design front yard conversions that comply with city code and qualify for whatever rebate programs are current at the time of the project. Requirements and funding change, so we verify the current state when we are putting the project together.

The Street Tree Canopy

Sacramento has one of the largest urban tree canopies in the country, and those trees are protected. Street trees cannot be modified without city permission, and work near their root zones is regulated. Projects near the street have to route around the street tree root system, which sometimes affects what is possible in the front yard. We design around this constraint rather than into it.

Commercial Landscape Work

Commercial landscape installation, renovation, and irrigation work at office parks, retail properties, and commercial buildings in Sacramento is a regular part of our work. Commercial projects have different scheduling requirements, different coordination with property managers, and often larger scopes than residential work. We handle both.

Services in Sacramento

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you work in Sacramento city proper?
Yes. We work in Sacramento on both residential and commercial projects. City permitting requirements are more involved than in suburban areas, and we handle them.
Can you do a drought tolerant front yard conversion in Sacramento?
Yes. Sacramento has programs supporting drought-tolerant conversions, and we design yards that meet the city's requirements for plant coverage and impervious surface limits.
We have a street tree in front of our property. How does that affect the project?
Street trees and their root zones are protected. Work near them requires awareness of city ordinances. We route around the root system in the design.
Do you handle commercial landscaping in Sacramento?
Yes. Commercial installation, renovation, and irrigation work are part of our Sacramento scope.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Toruno's Landscaping Inc. holds California contractor license #1118688 with a C-27 Landscaping classification, and we carry the state required contractor's bond. You can verify the license on the CSLB website.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Placer County and Sacramento County, including Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Loomis, Granite Bay, Auburn, Citrus Heights, Antelope, Orangevale, Fair Oaks, Folsom, and Sacramento.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes. Call (916) 778-7007 and we will come out, walk the property with you, and put together a free written estimate for the work.
How long have you been in business?
The Toruno family has been building landscapes in the greater Sacramento area since 1991, more than thirty years.
Do you handle both residential and commercial work?
Yes. We take on residential yards and commercial properties throughout Placer and Sacramento County.
How long does a full landscape installation take?
Most residential front and back yard builds run two to four weeks depending on the size of the yard, how much concrete and hardscape is involved, and whether permits or inspections are required. We give you a realistic schedule with the estimate.
Do you do the concrete and fencing yourself or subcontract it?
We do it ourselves. Concrete, pavers, fencing, retaining walls, and irrigation are all in house, which is why we can sequence a full yard build correctly and stand behind the whole thing.

Free Estimates in Sacramento

Call us or fill out the form and we will come out to your Sacramento property for a free estimate.

Get a Free Estimate (916) 778-7007