CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in EL MONTE, CA
9 verified contractors · 3 carry active workers' comp · Average 5 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in EL MONTE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 9 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in EL MONTE, 3 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 6 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in EL MONTE
EL MONTE 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.
9 Licensed Landscapers in EL MONTE
DIAZ MARCELINO LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1003821 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 448 9648
CASA BLANCA
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #896737 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 222 1431
GROW CONTROL LANDSCAPE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Limited Liability · Los Angeles County
License #1062958 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 627 4583
ELC LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1127081 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 654 8045
LIRA'S LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1103037 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 374 3310
EVERARDO'S LAWN CARE SERVICES LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Los Angeles County
License #1126573 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 539 1719
ECLIPSE LANDSCAPE & DESIGN CO
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1153922 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 378 2193
DE LA O'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1095164 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 383 3165
G JIMENEZ LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1124989 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 320 0986
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in EL MONTE
Some EL MONTE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold C49 (C49)
EL MONTE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 9 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 3 (33%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 6 (67%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 2 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 5.0 years
- Longest-established contractor: 19 years (licensed 2007)
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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 EL MONTE work year-round?
Yes. EL MONTE 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.
