CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in ESCONDIDO, CA
170 verified contractors · 101 with active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in ESCONDIDO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 170 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in ESCONDIDO, 101 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 90 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in ESCONDIDO
ESCONDIDO 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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170 Licensed Landscapers in ESCONDIDO
Greensight Landscape
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1118357
Status: CLEAR ✓
Sunnyside Landscape
Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1109901
Status: CLEAR ✓
Navas Landscape Inc
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1121368
Status: CLEAR ✓
Saradino Landscape Management
Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1127072
Status: CLEAR ✓
Gdj Landscaping
Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1129409
Status: CLEAR ✓
A Pro Company Inc
Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1155130
Status: CLEAR ✓
The Sprinkler Experts LLC
Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1154702
Status: CLEAR ✓
P C L Construction
Licensed 1979 · 47 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #370644
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 525 3456
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Evergreen Distributors Inc
Licensed 1985 · 41 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #473820
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 481 1434
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2026
Cook And Solis Construction Inc
Licensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #462446
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 747 4900
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 1997
Wier Construction Corporation
Licensed 1985 · 40 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #481419
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 743 6776
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
Green Horizons Landscape & Maintenance Inc
Licensed 1987 · 39 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #510886
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 745 1776
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2002
Ramirez Frank Professional Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1987 · 38 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #518431
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 586 0704
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
M B Landscape Maintenance Inc
Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #548311
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 994 3081
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Hydrosprout Inc
Licensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #582303
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 432 8233
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Murphy Landscape Inc
Licensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #605830
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 519 5630
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2022
Vaughn Irrigation Services Inc
Licensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #627278
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 747 0353
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
San Diego Landcare Systems Inc
Licensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #630735
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 788 8140
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Online since 2001
Interior Plant Service Inc
Licensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #676729
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 296 9035
License valid through Sep 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2021
Criss A J Industries Inc
Licensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #695830
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 489 5120
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2006
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in ESCONDIDO
Some ESCONDIDO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 10 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 19 also hold General Building (B)
- 4 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 3 also hold C21 (C21)
- 18 also hold Tree Service (D49)
ESCONDIDO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 170 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 101 (59%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 90 (53%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 88 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 47 years (licensed 1979)
ESCONDIDO Landscapers by Specialty
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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 ESCONDIDO?
ESCONDIDO'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.