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
LAND VISION INC
No Active WCLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #985243 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 280 3209
SHARIFI SEPEHR
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #996683 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 400 1800
AQUAGREEN CONSTRUCTING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1050594 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 952 2207
V & J DESIGN AND BUILDERS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1064445 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 320 3788
ECHO FAMILY LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1059527 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 698 8387
MODULE LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1065556 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 892 7484
LOTUS HOME SERVICE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1082168 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 328 9211
GOODLAND LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1103383 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 988 4392
AQUATERRA LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1098622 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 386 6217
EXPLICIT OUTDOOR CREATIONS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Orange County
License #1134037 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 709 4447
PAPAYA CONSTRUCTION GROUP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1139140 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(305) 780 3440
PREMIER
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1978 · 47 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #366752 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 903 3988
CAO XUAN LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1062804 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 566 0105
SKY LANDSCAPE SERVICE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1067726 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 789 9898
SIMPLE OUTDOOR LIVING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1066862 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 388 5878
LIFETIME OUTDOOR LIVING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1116657 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 919 0339
MULAN LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1120564 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 662 9492
D B M LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1042783 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 289 2879
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.
