CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in California
11,907 verified contractors · 6,864 with active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated July 2026
Every contractor listed across these pages holds a current, CLEAR California State License Board (CSLB) C-27 Landscaping license. We surface license status, workers' compensation insurance, business structure, and years in business — all independently verifiable on cslb.ca.gov — so you can hire with confidence. Browse by county below.
Browse by Specialty
License-verified contractors by the specific trade classification the work requires.
Landscapers by County
California Landscaper Statistics
12,476 landscaping businesses across 56 counties and 854 cities.
As of July 11, 2026
Landscaping Businesses by County
Cities With the Most Landscaping Businesses
License Tenure Distribution
How long California landscapers have held their license — a real, verifiable signal of staying power.
Specialty Classifications
Business Structure
About this data
California landscaper data is compiled from public CSLB records, refreshed monthly. Verifiable signals for this state: licence tenure, workers'-compensation coverage, surety-bond amounts, and trade classifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify a landscaping contractor's license in California?
Every contractor on this page links to its official CSLB license-detail record. Search the license number at cslb.ca.gov to confirm the license is current, the classification is C-27 (Landscaping), and the status is CLEAR before you hire.
What is the difference between a C-27 licensed contractor and an unlicensed landscaper?
A C-27 license means the contractor passed California's trade and law exams, posted a contractor bond, and is accountable to the CSLB. Unlicensed operators carry none of those protections — you have little recourse if work is defective or someone is injured on your property.
Why does workers' compensation insurance matter when hiring a landscaper?
If a contractor employs a crew, active workers' comp insurance means you are not liable for on-site injuries. A contractor without it can legally work alone, but you take on real risk the moment an uninsured crew sets foot on your property.
Do landscapers in California winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. California sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
