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
Benke Jon Thomas
Licensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #652835
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 204 1989
License valid through Jan 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Murcko Steve Construction
Licensed 1996 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #719668
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 518 5763
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Schnetz Landscape Inc
Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #779778
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 591 3453
License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 1999
Coastal Verde Landscape
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #809607
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 540 3289
License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Platte River Insurance Company
Encino Landscape
Licensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #810318
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 715 0549
License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
H R Gaeta Landscape Inc
Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #860786
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 505 2178
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Rich's Landscape Visions
Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #899030
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 855 3065
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
J S F Landscape Construction
Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #905480
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 300 7496
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Ector Builders
Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #911387
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 201 8008
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Morand Mark Nilo Landscape Design
Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #925103
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 855 8386
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Green Nature Landscape & Maintenance
Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #934396
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 703 0399
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Enriquez Landscape Maintenance
Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #924322
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 213 3635
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
A S A P Property Services
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #946234
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 975 3531
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2025
Conserve Water Landscaping
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #947689
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 715 6479
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
R J Landscape Construction Inc
Licensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #951650
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 277 0021
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
A+ Landscapes
Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #966746
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 522 0760
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Genesis Landcare & Irrigation
Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #982551
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 453 9568
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Spath Gardens LLC
Licensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1003728
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 277 5969
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Mc Custom Builder
Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #997075
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 703 2959
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2020
General Landscape Innovations
Licensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1002053
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 917 9369
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
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.