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Licensed Landscaping Contractors in OAKLAND, CA
75 verified contractors · 41 with active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in OAKLAND means looking beyond reviews. Of the 75 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in OAKLAND, 41 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 39 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in OAKLAND
OAKLAND 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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75 Licensed Landscapers in OAKLAND
Long's Landscaping And Construction
Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Partnership · Alameda County
License #891665
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 697 8415
License valid through Feb 2027
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
Gracious Gardens Landscaping
Licensed 2006 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #885879
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 303 5094
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Evanoff Tom
Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #905969
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 255 6225
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Castellanos Construction And Landscape
Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #901371
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 757 4988
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · Jet Insurance Company
Donovan Teresa Landscaping
Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #930028
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 336 0427
License valid through Mar 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
B C G Rockworks
Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #964239
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 213 4221
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Green Machine Landscaping The
Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #980758
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 382 1990
License valid through Jan 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Thai Tom
Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1019505
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 912 1676
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Intuitive Landscape Services
Licensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1030310
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 798 3184
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
S P G Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1033375
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 387 4857
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Mariposa Gardening & Design Cooperative Inc
Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1038752
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 891 1835
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2005
Native Soil Inc
Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1044513
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 332 9048
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Online since 2017
Gonzalez F Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1117387
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 375 1157
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Oki Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1115016
Status: CLEAR ✓
(562) 219 1270
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Bay Area Sprinkler & Landscape LLC
Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1131691
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 505 6155
License valid through Jan 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Whatcha Growin
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1142621
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 301 9782
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Ruiz Gardening Corp
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1141422
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 230 7309
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Oriental Landscaping
Licensed 1994 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #689770
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 913 5884
License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Mattison Anthony Irrigation Install & Repair
Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #917166
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 654 6357
License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Everlast Development Inc
Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1016782
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 506 1606
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Online since 2015
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in OAKLAND
Some OAKLAND landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 9 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 15 also hold General Building (B)
- 4 also hold C21 (C21)
- 3 also hold C31 (C31)
- 4 also hold HAZ (HAZ)
OAKLAND Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 75 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 41 (55%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 39 (52%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 42 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 17.0 years
- Longest-established contractor: 78 years (licensed 1947)
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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 OAKLAND?
OAKLAND'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.