CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in HILMAR, CA
6 verified contractors · 4 carry active workers' comp · Average 20 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in HILMAR means looking beyond reviews. Of the 6 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in HILMAR, 4 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 2 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in HILMAR
HILMAR 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.
6 Licensed Landscapers in HILMAR
BERGMAN LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Corporation · Merced County
License #639114 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 669 9138
YONAN ERIC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #878146 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 495 7322
C V C S / CENTRAL VALLEY COMMERCIAL SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · Merced County
License #965311 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 668 2132
BREWER'S LANDSCAPE SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #548580 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 535 8683
JR FENCE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #890561 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 648 7974
AG GARDENING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #1154743 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 280 9903
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in HILMAR
Some HILMAR landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold Fencing (C13)
HILMAR Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 6 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 4 (67%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 2 (33%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 5 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 20.7 years
- Longest-established contractor: 37 years (licensed 1988)
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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.
Do landscapers in HILMAR winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. HILMAR 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.
