CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in LINCOLN, CA
27 verified contractors · 11 carry active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in LINCOLN means looking beyond reviews. Of the 27 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in LINCOLN, 11 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 11 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in LINCOLN
LINCOLN sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9a, with winter minimums of 20–25°F. Cooler than most of coastal California, Zone 9a sees real frost and occasional freeze events that drive plant selection and irrigation strategy. Contractors need to understand which ornamentals will die back and which will be damaged outright, and irrigation systems need reliable winterization. The upside: Zone 9a supports a wider range of temperate species than warmer zones, giving experienced designers more to work with.
27 Licensed Landscapers in LINCOLN
VALLEY SPRINGS IRRIGATION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Placer County
License #1089225 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 910 5241
B W HOME LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENT
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Placer County
License #1097258 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 747 8156
JENSEN LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Placer County
License #1117237 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 770 7230
JMB LANDSCAPE DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Placer County
License #1116277 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 474 9089
SAWTOOTH LANDSCAPE & DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Limited Liability · Placer County
License #1121772 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 960 6402
AG LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Placer County
License #1156472 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 581 3513
LANCE HUBER
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Placer County
License #1143086 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 238 6047
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in LINCOLN
Some LINCOLN landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 3 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Fencing (C13)
- 3 also hold Synthetic Products (D12)
- 1 also hold D28 (D28)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
LINCOLN Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 27 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 11 (41%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 11 (41%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 13 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.2 years
- Longest-established contractor: 51 years (licensed 1975)
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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 LINCOLN winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. LINCOLN sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
