CSLB-Verified · California

Licensed Landscaping Contractors in ESCONDIDO, CA

170 verified contractors · 101 with active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated November 2026

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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

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Golden Woods Nursery & Landscape Inc

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 1995 · 30 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #709001

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 749 5610

License valid through May 2028

$25,000 bond · Ohio Casualty Insurance Company (The)

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Contemporary Design Landscape

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 1999 · 27 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #759579

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 807 9056

License valid through Feb 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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Rl Landscape Inc

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #765400

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 275 7377

License valid through May 2028

$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company

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Nobium Concrete

Landscaping (C27) Concrete (C-8)

Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #788587

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 300 9900

License valid through Dec 2026

$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company

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Dandy Landscape Construction

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #806193

Status: CLEAR ✓

(858) 429 8329

License valid through Jul 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

Online since 2014

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Western Rim Constructors Inc

Landscaping (C27) General Engineering (A) General Building (B) Concrete (C-8) Fencing (C13)

Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #798623

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 489 4328

License valid through Aug 2027

$25,000 bond · Rli Insurance Company

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Landscaping (C27) Tree Service (D49)

Licensed 2005 · 21 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #860690

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 747 6225

License valid through Jun 2027

$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company

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A Passion For Gardening

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #849888

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 580 1079

License valid through Nov 2026

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

Online since 2011

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Ground Service Technology Inc

Landscaping (C27) General Engineering (A) General Building (B) Electrical (C10)

Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #847034

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 745 2010

License valid through Sep 2026

$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company

Online since 2003

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Amazon Landscape & Maintenance Inc

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2006 · 20 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #879809

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 535 0909

License valid through Dec 2026

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #908892

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 497 4514

License valid through Jan 2028

$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company

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Green Valley Landscape Tree Service

Landscaping (C27) Tree Service (D49)

Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #912514

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 233 7791

License valid through Mar 2028

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

Online since 2004

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ESCONDIDO Landscaping Market at a Glance

170 hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping licence in ESCONDIDO
101 (59%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
90 (53%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
88 have been licensed 10+ years
Average time in business: 13 years

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 Landscapers by Specialty

Tree Service 18 Hardscape & Concrete 4 Pool Landscaping 3

Nearby Cities

SAN DIEGO VISTA SAN MARCOS

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.