CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in EL CAJON, CA
72 verified contractors · 41 carry active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in EL CAJON means looking beyond reviews. Of the 72 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in EL CAJON, 41 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 42 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in EL CAJON
EL CAJON 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.
72 Licensed Landscapers in EL CAJON
GOOD GROUNDS LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1131062 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 454 4790
MACHADO'S
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1136434 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 372 1177
BULKY BOY'S LANDSCAPES INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1132995 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 820 8064
APPLE'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1147480 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 212 6100
FORTY ONE TEN LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1148617 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 905 1091
MARK'S LAWN CARE SERVICE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1149877 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 226 9321
GIL'S LANDSCAPING & DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1151287 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 486 7966
TRUE SHINE LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Partnership · San Diego County
License #1144038 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 852 5873
ABW BUILDERS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1140744 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 876 0216
HC & SONS LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1067505 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 358 0289
DREAM GARDEN LANDSCAPING
No Active WCLicensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1138247 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 486 7436
GIL'S LANDSCAPING & DESIGN INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1125077 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 486 7966
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in EL CAJON
Some EL CAJON landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 3 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 11 also hold General Building (B)
- 3 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 5 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 4 also hold Tree Service (D49)
EL CAJON Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 72 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 41 (57%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 42 (58%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 38 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 17.7 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 EL CAJON?
EL CAJON'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.
