CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in MONTCLAIR, CA
12 verified contractors · 7 carry active workers' comp · Average 16 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in MONTCLAIR means looking beyond reviews. Of the 12 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in MONTCLAIR, 7 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 7 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in MONTCLAIR
MONTCLAIR 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.
12 Licensed Landscapers in MONTCLAIR
PRECISION LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1981 · 44 years in business
Sole Owner · San Bernardino County
License #411518 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 621 2223
R M S LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Bernardino County
License #776092 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 627 3135
LAWNSCAPE SYSTEMS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · San Bernardino County
License #900727 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 627 2000
HISTORIC BUILDING SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Corporation · San Bernardino County
License #947644 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(213) 596 3232
C L S LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Corporation · San Bernardino County
License #650883 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 628 3005
J C R CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Bernardino County
License #935676 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 559 9749
BUSTOS LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Bernardino County
License #974195 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 455 7980
C L I CARRILLO LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Bernardino County
License #1032668 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 227 2774
BLUEGRASS LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Bernardino County
License #1091242 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 545 0474
H L M INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · San Bernardino County
License #950133 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 938 2615
J B LANDSCAPE SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · San Bernardino County
License #1083589 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 472 8421
EL CA LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Bernardino County
License #1128571 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 731 9898
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in MONTCLAIR
Some MONTCLAIR landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 5 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Painting (C33)
- 1 also hold C43 (C43)
- 2 also hold Tree Service (D49)
MONTCLAIR Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 12 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 7 (58%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 7 (58%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 8 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 16.5 years
- Longest-established contractor: 44 years (licensed 1981)
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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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in MONTCLAIR?
MONTCLAIR'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.
