CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in ATASCADERO, CA
23 verified contractors · 11 carry active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in ATASCADERO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 23 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in ATASCADERO, 11 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 4 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in ATASCADERO
ATASCADERO sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9a, with winter minimums of 20–25°F. Cooler than most of coastal California, Zone 9a sees real frost and occasional freeze events that drive plant selection and irrigation strategy. Contractors need to understand which ornamentals will die back and which will be damaged outright, and irrigation systems need reliable winterization. The upside: Zone 9a supports a wider range of temperate species than warmer zones, giving experienced designers more to work with.
23 Licensed Landscapers in ATASCADERO
GILBERT'S LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1986 · 40 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #489726 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 461 3375
JACOBS LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #525072 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 235 4007
PACIFIC RIM LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1997 · 28 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #737746 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 674 6483
WRIGHT LANDSCAPE INCORPORATED
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #861196 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 423 2541
ELEMENTS LANDSCAPE DESIGN GROUP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #892915 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 434 8759
FORTINGTON CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1987 · 38 years in business
Partnership · San Luis Obispo County
License #518645 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 801 6625
WILKINS J ARTSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1990 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #585759 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 237 1120
SILVA LANDSCAPE GROUP
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1994 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #686029 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 459 6011
FORD'S DON IRRIGATION & LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #773853 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 459 7903
WHEELER LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #774608 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 460 6586
MISSION HILLS LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #829982 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 610 5351
GRATEFUL GARDENS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #890275 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 440 1514
ALFREDO'S LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #985783 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 459 1222
MUELLER BRIAN LANDSCAPE INCORPORATED
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #1025811 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 801 7057
NEW HORIZONS LANDSCAPE COMPANY LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Limited Liability · San Luis Obispo County
License #1076358 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 858 8066
RAMIREZ LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1080261 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 234 5019
GREEN DIAMOND LANDSCAPING THE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1120467 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 434 8909
CENTRAL COAST YARD SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1130686 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 540 9833
MATEJCEK LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1145968 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 679 8377
CATHEY MATTHEW
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #975338 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 704 3781
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in ATASCADERO
Some ATASCADERO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 2 also hold General Building (B)
ATASCADERO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 23 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 11 (48%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 4 (17%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 14 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 17.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 40 years (licensed 1986)
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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 ATASCADERO winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. ATASCADERO 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.
