CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in HALF MOON BAY, CA
12 verified contractors · 9 carry active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in HALF MOON BAY means looking beyond reviews. Of the 12 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in HALF MOON BAY, 9 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 8 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in HALF MOON BAY
HALF MOON BAY 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.
12 Licensed Landscapers in HALF MOON BAY
BLUE SKY DESIGNS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #436094 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 726 5990
FLORA FARM NURSERY
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #549103 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 726 9223
SCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #776147 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 712 4460
PENINSULA LANDSCAPE CO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #875951 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 750 7247
GUTIERREZ LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #953275 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 954 3071
COZZOLINO INDUSTRIES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 23 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #819100 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 726 0574
FLOWER POWER GARDENS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #922179 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 385 8861
EARTHSCAPE GARDENS LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Limited Liability · San Mateo County
License #1013596 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 279 9506
MUNGUIA LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1020745 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 995 3360
MOONRAISED LANDSCAPE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Mateo County
License #1149355 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 667 9397
SARABIA LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1045976 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 766 7939
VAZQUEZ BROTHERS LANDSCAPE INC
No Active WCLicensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1137894 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 771 1780
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in HALF MOON BAY
Some HALF MOON BAY landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 2 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
HALF MOON BAY Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 12 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 9 (75%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 8 (67%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 8 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 17.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 43 years (licensed 1983)
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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 HALF MOON BAY?
HALF MOON BAY'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.
