CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in ESCONDIDO, CA
170 verified contractors · 101 carry active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated June 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.
170 Licensed Landscapers in ESCONDIDO
GVR PRO LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1096754 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 532 1055
SUNNYSIDE LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1109901 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 715 9411
MOYA LANDTECH
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1106597 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(503) 979 2351
NAVAS LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1121368 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 208 5608
TIMELESS LANDSCAPE DIVISION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1120777 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 330 5084
GREENSIGHT LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1118357 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 412 0504
TORRES ENTERPRISES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1122922 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 594 6894
GDJ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1129409 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 290 9549
EXONGREEN LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1132287 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 884 6076
SARADINO LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1127072 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 850 1884
CARR-VAL TURF
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1138740 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 535 6338
GRAPE VINE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1128940 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 472 2723
EVERWOOD LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1154127 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 580 0413
SQUIRREL LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1142832 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 300 6197
A PRO COMPANY INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1155130 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 532 6563
POMPEYO'S LANDSCAPE HARDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1155036 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 586 2574
THE SPRINKLER EXPERTS LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1154702 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 243 1853
SALMANTINA LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1152743 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 580 2845
STEMMA DESIGN AND LANSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1152186 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 682 8210
BRITO LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1147466 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 362 6674
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)
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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.
