CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in BERKELEY, CA
43 verified contractors · 18 with active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in BERKELEY means looking beyond reviews. Of the 43 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in BERKELEY, 18 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 19 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in BERKELEY
BERKELEY sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30–35°F. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk — 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.
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43 Licensed Landscapers in BERKELEY
Custom Landscapes
Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #965214
Status: CLEAR ✓
Cecelia Littlepage Landscape Co
Licensed 1987 · 39 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #507710
Status: CLEAR ✓
Horn Matt Landscaping_and Tree Care
Licensed 1995 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #710884
Status: CLEAR ✓
Claremont Landscaping
Licensed 1995 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #710622
Status: CLEAR ✓
Landforms
Licensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #749668
Status: CLEAR ✓
Berkeley Gardens
Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #933519
Status: CLEAR ✓
Foss Gardens
Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1134016
Status: CLEAR ✓
Professional Tree Care Co The
Licensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #676952
Status: CLEAR ✓
(888) 335 8733
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Ohio Casualty Insurance Company (The)
Online since 2025
Garden Architecture
Licensed 1995 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #713583
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 915 3333
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Online since 2000
Bio Friendly Gardens
Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #833081
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 843 5232
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2002
Hornby Matt Garden Design And Installation
Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #908593
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 717 1342
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
V P Hauling & Demolition
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #946240
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 205 5840
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Ladybug Landscapes Inc
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #947292
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 987 6975
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2012
Habitat Horticulture LLC
Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #983686
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 684 8555
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2010
Rock Paper Scissors Landscape Inc
Licensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #987563
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 459 9547
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Online since 2013
Fiddlehead Gardens LLC
Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1004629
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 858 8072
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2018
Mugglestone Gardens
Licensed 1993 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #663376
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 325 4213
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company
Landscaping
Licensed 1998 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #756749
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 526 8935
License valid through Dec 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Aashna Construction / Landscaping
Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #798135
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 684 3354
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Yabusaki's Landscape Services
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #829344
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 332 3884
License valid through Feb 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in BERKELEY
Some BERKELEY landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 3 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Earthwork & Paving (C12)
- 4 also hold C21 (C21)
- 3 also hold C31 (C31)
- 4 also hold Tree Service (D49)
BERKELEY Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 43 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 18 (42%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 19 (44%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 29 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 14.9 years
- Longest-established contractor: 39 years (licensed 1987)
BERKELEY Landscapers by Specialty
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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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in BERKELEY?
BERKELEY'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.