CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in COTTONWOOD, CA
6 verified contractors · 3 carry active workers' comp · Average 19 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in COTTONWOOD means looking beyond reviews. Of the 6 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in COTTONWOOD, 3 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 1 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in COTTONWOOD
COTTONWOOD sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9a, with winter minimums of 20–25°F. Cooler than most of coastal California, Zone 9a sees real frost and occasional freeze events that drive plant selection and irrigation strategy. Contractors need to understand which ornamentals will die back and which will be damaged outright, and irrigation systems need reliable winterization. The upside: Zone 9a supports a wider range of temperate species than warmer zones, giving experienced designers more to work with.
6 Licensed Landscapers in COTTONWOOD
BARRY'S LANDSCAPE/MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Sole Owner · Shasta County
License #626997 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 347 0816
DRAKE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Corporation · Shasta County
License #759447 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 347 6239
ERIC CHARLES KNIGHT
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · Shasta County
License #610132 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 515 7495
NORTHERN COUNTRY LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Shasta County
License #903918 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 736 2092
CORDOVA'S LAWN SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Shasta County
License #1133561 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 917 1771
LAWN CARE PERFECTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Shasta County
License #1086160 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 200 1517
COTTONWOOD Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 6 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 3 (50%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 1 (17%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 4 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 19.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 35 years (licensed 1991)
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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 COTTONWOOD winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. COTTONWOOD sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
