CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in MONTEREY, CA
15 verified contractors · 11 with active workers' comp · Average 16 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in MONTEREY means looking beyond reviews. Of the 15 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in MONTEREY, 11 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 5 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in MONTEREY
MONTEREY 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.
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15 Licensed Landscapers in MONTEREY
Handy Dan Construction & Greenwise Landscapes
Licensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #695811
Status: CLEAR ✓
(925) 285 7004
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Del Monte Gardeners
Licensed 1995 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #703373
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 915 1377
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
West Coast Landscaping
Licensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #761413
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 760 0483
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Ground Studio
Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · Monterey County
License #773613
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 655 1414
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2011
Dynamic Landscaping & Irrigation LLC
Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Limited Liability · Monterey County
License #769466
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 915 0724
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · United Surety Insurance Company
P M Landscaping Services LLC
Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Limited Liability · Monterey County
License #939753
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 324 0637
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2010
Castellanos Builders Inc
Licensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Monterey County
License #959402
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 269 3064
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Aqua - Jett Systems
Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #764854
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 809 1784
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Monterey Bay Gardening & Landscape
Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #784986
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 601 0258
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
M X Golf Renovations Inc
Licensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Monterey County
License #1074406
Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 948 9614
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2021
Paxton Landscaping & Masonry
Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #1087546
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 431 0718
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2020
Aguilar's Landscaping
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #1116034
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 884 8028
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Sal's Landscaping
Licensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #1075717
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 402 7992
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Nova Grounds Landscaping Management
Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #1092781
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 915 9224
License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Online since 2023
Ecogreen Landscapes
Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Monterey County
License #1078263
Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 236 9253
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2024
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in MONTEREY
Some MONTEREY landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold C-5 (C-5)
- 1 also hold Masonry (C29)
- 1 also hold Painting (C33)
MONTEREY Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 15 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 11 (73%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 5 (33%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 9 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 16.5 years
- Longest-established contractor: 31 years (licensed 1994)
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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 MONTEREY?
MONTEREY'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.