CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in IRVINE, CA
38 verified contractors · 28 carry active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in IRVINE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 38 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in IRVINE, 28 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 27 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in IRVINE
IRVINE 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.
38 Licensed Landscapers in IRVINE
MISSION LANDSCAPE COMPANIES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1977 · 48 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #342278 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 224 0040
SO CAL CONCEPTS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 38 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #528142 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 653 1101
NAKAE & ASSOCIATES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #575728 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 786 0405
SANDPIPER LAND CARE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #641079 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 412 6085
PACIFIC TERRAIN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #654242 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 697 4233
LANDMARK CUSTOM LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1996 · 29 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #725317 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 669 8882
BIG BEN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #774444 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 660 9400
BACKYARD GOLF & GAMES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #827582 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 556 1195
ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION SOLUTIONS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #823874 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 653 5636
REBOLLEDO MAYOLO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #869471 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 466 9431
J C LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #908415 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 241 1807
WEST HILLS MASONRY INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #920870 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 519 5009
RUIZ LANDSCAPE SERVICE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #925207 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 280 7030
JON'S MASONARY & LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1982 · 43 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #431955 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 770 8061
SPINOGLIO DAVID M
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1993 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #664447 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 508 6742
W P E LANDSCAPE CO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 27 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #753320 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 559 6484
CALIFORNIA HOME IMPROVEMENT & DESIGN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #853931 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 680 9298
LUSK RICHARD LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #950714 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(800) 808 7510
SEAN LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #959523 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 295 9687
MICHAELS LANDSCAPE SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #975438 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 878 9488
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in IRVINE
Some IRVINE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 3 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 9 also hold General Building (B)
- 4 also hold Masonry (C29)
- 2 also hold Plumbing (C36)
- 5 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
IRVINE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 38 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 28 (74%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 27 (71%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 23 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 17.4 years
- Longest-established contractor: 48 years (licensed 1977)
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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 IRVINE work year-round?
Yes. IRVINE 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.
