CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in LOS BANOS, CA
16 verified contractors · 9 carry active workers' comp · Average 12 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in LOS BANOS means looking beyond reviews. Of the 16 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in LOS BANOS, 9 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 6 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in LOS BANOS
LOS BANOS 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.
16 Licensed Landscapers in LOS BANOS
L S LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 23 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #817220 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 675 0870
RONNYS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Merced County
License #809197 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 827 9858
JOE'S GARDENING A PARTNERSHIP
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Partnership · Merced County
License #907383 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 826 8142
CISNEROS LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #968037 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 690 6734
SANTANA G LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Merced County
License #1036187 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 217 3116
CREEKSIDE LANDSCAPE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · Merced County
License #1048519 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 704 4220
SIMANCAS & TAMACAS LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Partnership · Merced County
License #1070591 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(669) 500 9104
ACON LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #1084285 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 706 8818
V P O LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #1105022 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 245 7059
ROY & ROGERS GARDEN LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #769233 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 981 7396
BRAZIL'S GARDENING SERVICE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #842976 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 535 2983
VALEN LANDSCAPE A
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Merced County
License #1015944 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 313 8360
DREAM CONCEPTS LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Merced County
License #1111251 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 624 2152
ELITE LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Merced County
License #1123721 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 829 3328
VIC'S LANDSCAPES INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Merced County
License #1123880 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(562) 745 8417
BIG RED LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Partnership · Merced County
License #780055 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 826 1400
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in LOS BANOS
Some LOS BANOS landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold Fencing (C13)
- 1 also hold D34 (D34)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
LOS BANOS Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 16 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 9 (56%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 6 (38%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 7 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 12.0 years
- Longest-established contractor: 26 years (licensed 1999)
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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 LOS BANOS winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. LOS BANOS 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.
