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

Workers' Comp Active

Rising Oak Tree Service

Landscaping (C27) Tree Service (D49)

Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1094655

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 552 0383

License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon

$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company

Online since 2024

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

True Scape One

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1100643

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 877 5713

License valid through Jan 2027

$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

E M Landscape Design

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1099943

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 270 3222

License valid through Dec 2026

$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company

Online since 2022

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Gvr Pro Landscape Inc

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #1096754

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 532 1055

License valid through Sep 2026

$25,000 bond · Jet Insurance Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Green Vallecito Landscape

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1094679

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 575 6261

License valid through Jul 2028

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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Quetzal Master Hardscape Inc

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #1105522

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 585 8631

License valid through Jun 2027

$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)

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Premium Landscaping & Design

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1104391

Status: CLEAR ✓

(858) 228 0941

License valid through May 2027

$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)

Online since 2023

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Vasquez Ramiro

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1104015

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 212 7948

License valid through Apr 2027

$25,000 bond · Jet Insurance Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Moya Landtech

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1106597

Status: CLEAR ✓

(503) 979 2351

License valid through Jun 2027

$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company

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Timeless Landscape Division

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #1120777

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 330 5084

License valid through May 2028

$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)

Online since 2024

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Torres Enterprises

Landscaping (C27) General Engineering (A)

Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #1122922

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 594 6894

License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon

$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company

Online since 2017

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Carr-val Turf

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #1138740

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 535 6338

License valid through Jun 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #1147338

Status: CLEAR ✓

(309) 863 6845

License valid through Dec 2027

$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company

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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

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.