CSLB-Verified ยท California
Licensed Landscapers in Alameda County, CA
417 verified contractors ยท 202 with active workers' comp ยท Average 15 years in business ยท Updated August 2026
Across Alameda County, 417 CSLB-licensed landscaping contractors operate spanning 15 cities. 202 carry active workers' compensation insurance, and 231 have held their license 10+ years โ every record verifiable on cslb.ca.gov.
Climate & Hardiness Across Alameda County
Alameda County sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30โ35ยฐF. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk โ rare but possible, meaning irrigation systems need winterization readiness even if they rarely need it. The mild climate supports an enormous range of plant material, but summer fog patterns, coastal wind exposure, and microclimate variation within a single neighborhood can dramatically change what thrives. Local experience matters here more than in more uniform climates.
Cities in Alameda County
Top-Verified Contractors in Alameda County
Mc Guire And Hester
Licensed 1947 ยท 78 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #95879
Status: CLEAR โ
Fitzmaurice J H Inc
Licensed 1949 ยท 77 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #111689
Status: CLEAR โ
Sansei Gardens Inc
Licensed 1974 ยท 52 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #291612
Status: CLEAR โ
Shooter & Butts Inc
Licensed 1977 ยท 49 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #335641
Status: CLEAR โ
Bay Area Landscapes
Licensed 1977 ยท 48 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Alameda County
License #344056
Status: CLEAR โ
Plants Unlimited Inc
Licensed 1980 ยท 45 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #393699
Status: CLEAR โ
Magic Gardens Landscaping
Licensed 1981 ยท 44 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Alameda County
License #411334
Status: CLEAR โ
Hansen Landscape Contractors Inc
Licensed 1983 ยท 43 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #440372
Status: CLEAR โ
Vision Scapes & Associates Inc
Licensed 1982 ยท 43 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #432659
Status: CLEAR โ
Frank & Grossman Landscape Contractors Inc
Licensed 1984 ยท 42 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #454266
Status: CLEAR โ
Koch & Associates Inc
Licensed 1986 ยท 39 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #500296
Status: CLEAR โ
Broadway Mechanical - Contractors Inc
Licensed 1990 ยท 36 years in business
Corporation ยท Alameda County
License #584263
Status: CLEAR โ
Alameda County Landscapers by Specialty
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 โ 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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in Alameda County?
Alameda County's summer fog and microclimate variation change what thrives block to block. Contractors with local experience choose plant material and irrigation schedules matched to your specific exposure rather than a generic plan.