CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in EL CERRITO, CA
7 verified contractors · 2 with active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated September 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in EL CERRITO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 7 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in EL CERRITO, 2 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 EL CERRITO
EL CERRITO 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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7 Licensed Landscapers in EL CERRITO
Wildrose Gardens Sustainable Landscaping
Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #915174
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 681 9520
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Complete Care Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #972474
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 710 6495
License valid through Jun 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Endesign Services
Licensed 1983 · 42 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #445405
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 620 0567
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Rohrsetzer Claudio Luis Volpe
Licensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #874147
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 331 5640
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Horizon Development
Licensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #952464
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 215 7600
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2026
Honda Landscape & Maintenance
Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1019447
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 882 9292
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Salvia Eco Landscapes
Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1130903
Status: CLEAR
(510) 277 4809
License valid through Dec 2026
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
EL CERRITO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 7 hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping licence in EL CERRITO
- 2 (29%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 1 (14%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 5 have been licensed 10+ years
- Average time in business: 17 years
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in EL CERRITO
Some EL CERRITO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 1 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 1 also hold Plumbing (C36)
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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 CERRITO?
EL CERRITO'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.