CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in CATHEDRAL CITY, CA
45 verified contractors · 26 with active workers' comp · Average 11 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in CATHEDRAL CITY means looking beyond reviews. Of the 45 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in CATHEDRAL CITY, 26 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 21 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in CATHEDRAL CITY
CATHEDRAL CITY 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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45 Licensed Landscapers in CATHEDRAL CITY
F & S Landscaping
Licensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Partnership · Riverside County
License #970857
Status: CLEAR ✓
Landscape By Design
Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1006109
Status: CLEAR ✓
More Landscape
Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #909931
Status: CLEAR ✓
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Jn Landscape Construction LLC
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Limited Liability · Riverside County
License #1115712
Status: CLEAR ✓
Desert Precision Landscaping
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1121992
Status: CLEAR ✓
La Paz Landscape Development Inc
Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #779362
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 327 3357
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Palm Springs Construction
Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #867619
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 902 2029
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2006
Lopez Development Company
Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #893208
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 578 1010
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
Online since 2022
G L S Landscaping
Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #915272
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 329 7207
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Online since 2026
Desert Gardens Landscapes & Irrigation
Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #927947
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 880 2825
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Sanchez Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #926645
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 272 7292
License valid through Dec 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2026
Miragescape Inc
Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #938760
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 776 7000
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2017
Amador's Pool Service
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #947133
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 391 1736
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Ortiz Ruben Landscape & Maintenance
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #941905
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 567 4616
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Valdez-sanchez Jeff
Licensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #978542
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 272 7292
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Online since 2026
Polanco Landscape Service Inc
Licensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #990816
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 321 0444
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Terra Palms Landscape Inc
Licensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1000867
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 469 6113
License valid through Feb 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Shinmoto Steve
Licensed 1985 · 40 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #484036
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 497 9047
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Angel Roman
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #805546
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 831 1785
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Online since 2000
Buena Vista Pool And Landscape
Licensed 2003 · 23 years in business
Partnership · Riverside County
License #818537
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 275 3332
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in CATHEDRAL CITY
Some CATHEDRAL CITY landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 5 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Painting (C33)
- 2 also hold C49 (C49)
- 2 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 4 also hold Tree Service (D49)
CATHEDRAL CITY Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 45 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 26 (58%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 21 (47%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 23 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 11.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 40 years (licensed 1985)
CATHEDRAL CITY 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 CATHEDRAL CITY?
CATHEDRAL CITY'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.