CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in BERKELEY, CA
43 verified contractors · 18 carry active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated June 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.
43 Licensed Landscapers in BERKELEY
BERKELEY GARDENS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #933519 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 395 1670
AS GOOD AS GOLD LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #925986 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 420 5831
MC KAY IRRIGATION SYSTEMS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #945050 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 502 4825
HARKNESS GARDENS LANDSCAPING SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #950110 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 549 6419
MAZINGIRA GARDENING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #967984 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 282 3374
MOORE IAN DESIGN INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #981315 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 388 0674
HUSE GREEN GARDENS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #995806 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 593 3490
GREENCRAFT CORPORATION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1000875 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 701 2862
SMARTSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1025251 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 684 7053
OSCITO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1064721 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 565 5110
RELIABLE TREE EXPERTS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1083768 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 558 2234
SUSTAIN WITH ME LANDSCAPES LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1101169 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 680 3818
BACK IN SHAPE LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE CORP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1152506 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 330 2142
ROTOLO LANDSCAPE DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #919724 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 612 6364
LATITUDE 37 LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1043363 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 508 6467
HARO LOURDES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1053117 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 206 1604
CUMMINGS RYAN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1077977 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 282 3521
KLIMKO DMITRY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1078398 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 734 4318
CODE ARCHI
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1103902 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 486 8282
STEPHENSON LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1127865 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(305) 812 2347
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)
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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.
