CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in CARLSBAD, CA
50 verified contractors · 25 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in CARLSBAD means looking beyond reviews. Of the 50 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in CARLSBAD, 25 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 25 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in CARLSBAD
CARLSBAD 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.
50 Licensed Landscapers in CARLSBAD
CONTRERAS ROBERTO S LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #890187 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 913 2623
WHILLOCK LANDSCAPE DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #940013 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 330 0069
TEAM G7 INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #969079 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 585 4310
HORIZON RESOURCES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #995315 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 692 5205
JOHNSON MICHAEL
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #999647 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 573 9929
WINGATE & ASSOCIATES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1064537 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 805 5726
RIVETTI LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1055701 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 284 9510
CELTIC LAND - CARE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1056634 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 271 7509
DOUG JONES LANDSCAPE & SON A PARTNERSHIP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Partnership · San Diego County
License #1072925 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 200 3128
ALL SEASONS LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION & MANAGEMENT
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1115921 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 519 8797
VISTA GRAND LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1109069 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 375 7213
MUNU LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1116440 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 891 4390
VICTORY SPRINKLER
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1147319 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 334 9090
GREEN FIELDS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #539519 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 434 7340
WALTERHOUSE POOL AND SPA
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1018323 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 402 4064
DCW ENGINEERING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1039351 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 431 1334
DUTCH TOUCH INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1039349 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 603 0567
RAYNE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1028879 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 914 2615
ROWLETTS LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1042310 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 419 9273
NU WAVE OUTDOOR HARDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1061436 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 880 4283
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in CARLSBAD
Some CARLSBAD landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 5 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 8 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 2 also hold Earthwork & Paving (C12)
- 7 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
CARLSBAD Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 50 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 25 (50%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 25 (50%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 26 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.4 years
- Longest-established contractor: 52 years (licensed 1974)
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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 CARLSBAD?
CARLSBAD'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.
