CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in LAKE FOREST, CA
23 verified contractors · 15 carry active workers' comp · Average 21 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in LAKE FOREST means looking beyond reviews. Of the 23 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in LAKE FOREST, 15 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 15 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in LAKE FOREST
LAKE FOREST 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.
23 Licensed Landscapers in LAKE FOREST
ELEVATION VERTICAL GARDENS & LIVING WALLS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1064586 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 627 0580
HERRMANN COLE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1078674 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 581 9817
OLMEDO LANDSCAPE SOLUTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1153783 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 235 0389
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in LAKE FOREST
Some LAKE FOREST landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 4 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 5 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold Painting (C33)
- 7 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
LAKE FOREST Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 23 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 15 (65%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 15 (65%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 17 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 21.9 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 LAKE FOREST work year-round?
Yes. LAKE FOREST 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.
