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
Salazar Drywall Inc
Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #906817
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 275 4532
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2014
Felix Gardening & Landscape
Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #942471
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 899 7671
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Aguilera Jose Gardening
Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #936740
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 578 4180
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Mirador Landscape Management
Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #983743
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 565 5837
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Online since 2020
Stratum Landscape Contractors
Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #982221
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 501 0330
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
J C Creations Enterprises Inc
Licensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #987454
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 708 6862
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
Online since 2013
Land Concepts Incorporated
Licensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1012805
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 324 7700
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Online since 2011
Nick's Mission Landscape Corp
Licensed 1993 · 33 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #668742
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 774 4747
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
R C Landscape & Maintenace Inc
Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #797729
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 578 5380
License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Nolasco David Lee
Licensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #854118
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 399 7952
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
High Quality Landscape Construction
Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #923565
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 701 9879
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Edelman And Associates
Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #983876
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 972 5574
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Abel's Gardening & Landscaping
Licensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #985663
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 899 4186
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Young William D And Sons Trucking And Nursery
Licensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Partnership · Riverside County
License #1000055
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 347 7906
License valid through Jan 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
M G S Landscape Management Inc
Licensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1015174
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 601 4801
License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Infinity Landscape Inc
Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1019558
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 578 3261
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2022
Sanchez Orlando
Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1016447
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 218 5710
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Land Ventures Landscaping
Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1038803
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 766 6591
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
A A A Landscape Concepts
Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1044403
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 501 9494
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Nxt Level Landscape
Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1054590
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 574 0377
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
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.