CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in LOS OSOS, CA
23 verified contractors · 11 carry active workers' comp · Average 19 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in LOS OSOS means looking beyond reviews. Of the 23 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in LOS OSOS, 11 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 9 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in LOS OSOS
LOS OSOS sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30–35°F. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk — rare but possible, meaning irrigation systems need winterization readiness even if they rarely need it. The mild climate supports an enormous range of plant material, but summer fog patterns, coastal wind exposure, and microclimate variation within a single neighborhood can dramatically change what thrives. Local experience matters here more than in more uniform climates.
23 Licensed Landscapers in LOS OSOS
L & M LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #557912 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 528 8247
ZAMORA LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #603958 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 528 8194
EARTHSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #598255 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 545 9600
T S G LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #939937 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 528 6500
FLETCHER HESSE PLUMBING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #979873 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 602 2204
WILD BLOOM
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #1001215 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 400 4140
MAY CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1982 · 44 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #420061 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 235 6523
SOUTH BAY LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1982 · 44 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #419486 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 704 9124
SAN SIMEON NURSERY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #557155 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 459 3132
SEQUOIA PACIFIC LANDSCAPE CO
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1997 · 28 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #737807 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 459 3149
NORRINGTON R D
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #839088 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 458 5034
KILCOYNE LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #873102 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 391 3766
FRENCH NATHAN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #869290 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 441 1576
BOTANICA NOVA INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #1017630 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 305 9292
KESTREL LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1023918 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 234 8203
TRM LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1039941 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 801 3007
BLUE DIAMOND LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #1066484 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 395 1476
SAGE ECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPES
No Active WCLicensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #871817 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 574 0777
CARMICHAEL ENVIRONMENTAL
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #883005 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 544 3214
SNYDER AND SONS LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #994765 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 748 7292
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in LOS OSOS
Some LOS OSOS landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 3 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Plumbing (C36)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
LOS OSOS Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 23 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 11 (48%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 9 (39%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 16 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 19.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 44 years (licensed 1982)
Nearby Cities
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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in LOS OSOS?
LOS OSOS's summer fog and microclimate variation change what thrives block to block. Contractors with local experience choose plant material and irrigation schedules matched to your specific exposure rather than a generic plan.
