CSLB-Verified ยท California
Licensed Landscapers in Marin County, CA
202 verified contractors ยท 132 with active workers' comp ยท Average 17 years in business ยท Updated August 2026
Across Marin County, 202 CSLB-licensed landscaping contractors operate spanning 10 cities. 132 carry active workers' compensation insurance, and 132 have held their license 10+ years โ every record verifiable on cslb.ca.gov.
Climate & Hardiness Across Marin County
Marin County sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30โ35ยฐF. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk โ 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.
Cities in Marin County
Top-Verified Contractors in Marin County
Geissler Engineering
Licensed 1984 ยท 41 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #464570
Status: CLEAR โ
Heritage Landscapes
Licensed 1988 ยท 38 years in business
Corporation ยท Marin County
License #523868
Status: CLEAR โ
Robinson Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1989 ยท 37 years in business
Corporation ยท Marin County
License #564533
Status: CLEAR โ
Sequoia Landscape
Licensed 1989 ยท 37 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #556999
Status: CLEAR โ
Atlas Landscapes
Licensed 1989 ยท 37 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #562324
Status: CLEAR โ
Moliver Landscape
Licensed 1991 ยท 35 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #616772
Status: CLEAR โ
Quarryhouse Inc
Licensed 1993 ยท 33 years in business
Corporation ยท Marin County
License #672750
Status: CLEAR โ
Hummingbird Landscape Management
Licensed 1993 ยท 33 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #669657
Status: CLEAR โ
Marion Landscaping
Licensed 1993 ยท 33 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #670972
Status: CLEAR โ
Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance Inc
Licensed 1998 ยท 28 years in business
Corporation ยท Marin County
License #748791
Status: CLEAR โ
Felix Landscape
Licensed 2004 ยท 22 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #831295
Status: CLEAR โ
Yardwork Landscaping
Licensed 2007 ยท 19 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Marin County
License #898385
Status: CLEAR โ
Marin County Landscapers by Specialty
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 โ 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 Marin County?
Marin County'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.