CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in HANFORD, CA
10 verified contractors · 7 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in HANFORD means looking beyond reviews. Of the 10 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in HANFORD, 7 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 4 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in HANFORD
HANFORD sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9a, with winter minimums of 20–25°F. Cooler than most of coastal California, Zone 9a sees real frost and occasional freeze events that drive plant selection and irrigation strategy. Contractors need to understand which ornamentals will die back and which will be damaged outright, and irrigation systems need reliable winterization. The upside: Zone 9a supports a wider range of temperate species than warmer zones, giving experienced designers more to work with.
10 Licensed Landscapers in HANFORD
NCE GENERAL CONTRACTING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1982 · 44 years in business
Corporation · Kings County
License #416859 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 584 8272
WESTSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Kings County
License #901810 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 583 8066
COMMERCIAL GROUNDS MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Kings County
License #842274 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 589 1700
MOLINA LUIS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Kings County
License #893422 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 904 5393
FERNANDES MARK
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · Kings County
License #1007072 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 707 5318
MID STATE CONCRETE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Kings County
License #1038488 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 410 3256
MURRAY JR JOHN RICHARD
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Kings County
License #1037983 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 572 9610
DANGI'S LANDSCAPING AND TREE SRVC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Kings County
License #1084855 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 639 3104
GREEN SPECIALTIES LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Kings County
License #1077509 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 362 7436
OLIVEIRA CONSTRUCTION
No Active WCLicensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Kings County
License #913370 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(559) 585 0400
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in HANFORD
Some HANFORD landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 4 also hold General Building (B)
- 3 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 3 also hold Tree Service (D49)
HANFORD Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 10 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 7 (70%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 4 (40%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 6 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.4 years
- Longest-established contractor: 44 years (licensed 1982)
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.
Do landscapers in HANFORD winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. HANFORD sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
