CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in IMPERIAL BEACH, CA
4 verified contractors · 0 carry active workers' comp · Average 9 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in IMPERIAL BEACH means looking beyond reviews. Of the 4 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in IMPERIAL BEACH, 0 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 1 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in IMPERIAL BEACH
IMPERIAL BEACH sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35–40°F and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States — a near-endless growing season, but also near-endless water demand. Experienced contractors here design around California's water restrictions, favor Mediterranean and drought-adapted species, and build irrigation systems calibrated for year-round operation. The absence of frost also means pest and disease pressure never resets — a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
4 Licensed Landscapers in IMPERIAL BEACH
PARKER TOD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #757636 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 885 8515
CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1028121 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 917 0937
GRAYSTONE ENTERPRISES INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1139878 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(844) 444 0469
MICA LANDSCAPE & HARDSCAPE
No Active WCLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1114499 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 787 8734
IMPERIAL BEACH Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 4 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 0 (0%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 1 (25%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 1 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 9.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 27 years (licensed 1999)
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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 IMPERIAL BEACH work year-round?
Yes. IMPERIAL BEACH sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year — though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.
