CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in INDIO, CA
81 verified contractors · 48 with active workers' comp · Average 10 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in INDIO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 81 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in INDIO, 48 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 45 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in INDIO
INDIO 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.
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81 Licensed Landscapers in INDIO
Kirkpatrick Landscaping Services Inc
Licensed 1986 · 39 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #503360
Status: CLEAR ✓
Southern Desert Landscape
Licensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #764066
Status: CLEAR ✓
Juan Rodriguez
Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #904127
Status: CLEAR ✓
Sancho's Landscape Construction
Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #921709
Status: CLEAR ✓
Creative Environments Company LLC
Licensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Limited Liability · Riverside County
License #1010859
Status: CLEAR ✓
Mastercare Landscape
Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1035595
Status: CLEAR ✓
Leon's Landscapes Inc
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1145921
Status: CLEAR ✓
Arbor & Bloom Landscape Design
Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1153174
Status: CLEAR ✓
Westcon Construction Services Inc
Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1089263
Status: CLEAR
Desert Innovations Landscape
Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1099293
Status: CLEAR ✓
Desert Paradise All Outdoor Contractor Services
Licensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #600533
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 600 1948
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Desert Isles Inc
Licensed 1997 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #737763
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 345 3585
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2011
J D Landscape A Partnership
Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Partnership · Riverside County
License #765243
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 574 3347
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Powerscape Inc
Licensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #794995
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 835 2591
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company
Online since 2003
Desert - Scape Management
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #803949
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 863 2247
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Desert Pride Landscape Inc
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #805681
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 360 8678
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Cobano Landscape & Irrigation Inc
Licensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #815073
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 775 7030
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2021
La Hacienda Nursery & Landscape Inc
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #826943
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 342 3427
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Desert Concepts Construction Inc A California Corporation
Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #849837
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 200 9007
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2007
Sands To Greens Landscape Inc
Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #891251
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 347 5022
License valid through Feb 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2018
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in INDIO
Some INDIO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 6 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 16 also hold General Building (B)
- 5 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 5 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 5 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
INDIO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 81 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 48 (59%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 45 (56%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 36 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 10.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 39 years (licensed 1986)
INDIO Landscapers by Specialty
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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 INDIO?
INDIO'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.