CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in CARPINTERIA, CA
19 verified contractors · 13 carry active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in CARPINTERIA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 19 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in CARPINTERIA, 13 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 10 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in CARPINTERIA
CARPINTERIA sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35–40°F and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States — a near-endless growing season, but also near-endless water demand. Experienced contractors here design around California's water restrictions, favor Mediterranean and drought-adapted species, and build irrigation systems calibrated for year-round operation. The absence of frost also means pest and disease pressure never resets — a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
19 Licensed Landscapers in CARPINTERIA
PEYTON/SCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #562631 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 886 1988
COASTAL LANDSCAPE & TREE SERVICE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #662010 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 684 7389
REAL VILLAGE LANDSCAPING SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Partnership · Santa Barbara County
License #821478 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 320 6730
PACIFIC GREEN LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #874944 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 886 7516
ENERGY SPECIALISTS CONTRACTORS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #913060 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 684 9740
PARADISE LANDSCAPE & DESIGN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #940699 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 451 2839
FOOTHILL NURSERY AND LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #946905 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 453 6369
J S LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #1003444 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 223 0486
SALINAS LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #1007970 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 698 2715
TARPITZ GARDENING & LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #844713 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 259 5587
GREENLEAF LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #879295 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 448 5381
JULIAN'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #923144 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 220 8432
GREENS LANDSCAPE DESIGN INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #996820 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 576 7639
MC ENTERPRISES AND NURSERY LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Barbara County
License #1127978 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 451 3181
CISNEROS HARDSCAPE SERVICES LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Barbara County
License #1130968 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 331 5907
LANDSCAPE CREATORS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1129976 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 617 6683
CRUZ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #1143471 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 656 1731
HOFFMAN LANDSCAPING LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Barbara County
License #1155952 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 676 3038
LOPEZ REYES ANTHONY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #1124116 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 697 2337
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in CARPINTERIA
Some CARPINTERIA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold C-4 (C-4)
- 1 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
CARPINTERIA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 19 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 13 (68%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 10 (53%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 13 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.5 years
- Longest-established contractor: 37 years (licensed 1989)
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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 CARPINTERIA work year-round?
Yes. CARPINTERIA sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year — though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.
