CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in DANA POINT, CA
15 verified contractors · 6 carry active workers' comp · Average 24 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in DANA POINT means looking beyond reviews. Of the 15 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in DANA POINT, 6 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 5 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in DANA POINT
DANA POINT 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.
15 Licensed Landscapers in DANA POINT
SUNRISE HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #540789 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 661 6960
TERRA FIRMA LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #645720 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 493 2926
CASTAWAYS LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #639094 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 303 9579
PANDA ENVIRONMENTAL
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #862049 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 207 3770
ALTERA LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #893827 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 575 2685
ENGDAHL C W GENERAL CONTRACTOR
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1978 · 48 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #353260 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 933 7371
ROBERTSON AIR SYSTEMS
No Active WCLicensed 1982 · 44 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #423721 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 420 1450
LORD JOHN W
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #776370 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 235 1655
LEGENDS IN LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #785523 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 443 1000
ARBORWEST INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #891356 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 302 0603
TEAM S P L INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #995287 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 235 3838
ADVANCED PACIFIC LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #781455 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 259 6412
WATER WISE ARTIFICIAL GRASS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #919889 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 518 8580
PREMIUM HILLS LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1115727 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 899 3129
MICHACA LANDSCAPE
No Active WCLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1058022 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 838 9787
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in DANA POINT
Some DANA POINT landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 4 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Plumbing (C36)
- 3 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 1 also hold D34 (D34)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
DANA POINT Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 15 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 6 (40%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 5 (33%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 13 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 24.5 years
- Longest-established contractor: 48 years (licensed 1978)
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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 DANA POINT work year-round?
Yes. DANA POINT 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.
