CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in LADERA RANCH, CA
9 verified contractors · 4 carry active workers' comp · Average 20 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in LADERA RANCH means looking beyond reviews. Of the 9 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in LADERA RANCH, 4 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 7 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in LADERA RANCH
LADERA RANCH 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.
9 Licensed Landscapers in LADERA RANCH
SPORTS FIELD SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1995 · 30 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #714330 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 232 4201
ATLAS POOLS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #791620 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 348 2300
EXCLUSIVE LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1997 · 29 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #733800 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 292 3088
PACLAND INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #874128 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 233 0927
REAL PLANTS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2006 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #883497 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 429 3605
GENOVA CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1063833 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 482 6982
GOLDEN VALLEY LANDSCAPE
No Active WCLicensed 1996 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #720767 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 388 9146
GENERAL BUILDERS SERVICES INC
No Active WCLicensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #842941 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 887 2486
DAVE'S LANDSCAPE BUSINESS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1061696 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(602) 740 3108
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in LADERA RANCH
Some LADERA RANCH landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold Masonry (C29)
- 3 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 2 also hold D35 (D35)
LADERA RANCH Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 9 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 4 (44%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 7 (78%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 7 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 20.7 years
- Longest-established contractor: 30 years (licensed 1995)
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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 LADERA RANCH work year-round?
Yes. LADERA RANCH 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.
