CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in INDIO, CA
81 verified contractors · 48 carry active workers' comp · Average 10 years in business · Updated June 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.
81 Licensed Landscapers in INDIO
ALCOCER RUBEN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1021953 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 668 1872
D C PALM TREE COMPANY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1020420 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 250 1229
SYMMETRY LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1050714 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(442) 306 7493
DESERT OASIS LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1057186 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 863 6212
OCOTILLO LANDSCAPE
No Active WCLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1056340 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 619 4283
DESERT BAY CONSTRUCTION AND HOME SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1065157 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 200 6200
CEREZO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1077970 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 610 3508
WESTCON CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1089263 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 775 7070
JD CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1088728 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 702 6260
EMERALD COMPLETE LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Partnership · Riverside County
License #1084399 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 698 1504
DESERT INNOVATIONS LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1099293 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 235 1879
NRG LANDCARE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1114934 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 485 6015
EMERALD COMPLETE LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1129676 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 698 1504
YARD IRRIGATION REPAIR INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1144989 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 799 5191
CORE LANDCARE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1147227 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 625 1300
EVERBLOOM LANDCARE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1148525 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 610 4179
CALI CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1092722 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 289 6384
PRESERVE LANDCARE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1094548 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 485 6012
ACEVES LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1095686 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 200 6664
LEGACY-LANDSCAPES DESIGNS
No Active WCLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1100169 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(442) 599 8565
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)
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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.
