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
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
Katsura Landscaping
Licensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #858145
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 828 4854
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2013
As Good As Gold Landscaping
Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #925986
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 420 5831
License valid through Dec 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2011
Mc Kay Irrigation Systems
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #945050
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 502 4825
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company
Harkness Gardens Landscaping Services
Licensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #950110
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 549 6419
License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2009
Mazingira Gardening Services
Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #967984
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 282 3374
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Online since 2016
Moore Ian Design Inc
Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #981315
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 388 0674
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2012
Huse Green Gardens Inc
Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #995806
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 593 3490
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Online since 2018
Greencraft Corporation
Licensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1000875
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 701 2862
License valid through Feb 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Smartscaping
Licensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1025251
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 684 7053
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Oscito
Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1064721
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 565 5110
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Reliable Tree Experts Inc
Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1083768
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 558 2234
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Sustain With Me Landscapes LLC
Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1101169
Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 680 3818
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2020
Back In Shape Landscape & Maintenance Corp
Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1152506
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 330 2142
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2024
Rotolo Landscape Design
Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #919724
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 612 6364
License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Latitude 37 Landscape Design
Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1043363
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 508 6467
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2018
Haro Lourdes
Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1053117
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 206 1604
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Klimko Dmitry
Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1078398
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 734 4318
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Cummings Ryan
Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1077977
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 282 3521
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Online since 2006
Code Archi
Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1103902
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 486 8282
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance 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.