CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in OAKLAND, CA
75 verified contractors · 41 carry active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated June 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.
75 Licensed Landscapers in OAKLAND
GIAT EYAL LANDSCAPE HORTICULTURE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1049851 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 520 8874
VALLEY LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1080340 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 435 1300
NEW MOON LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1113212 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 332 5822
OAKLAND STONE LANDSCAPING DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1137575 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(301) 741 5168
MCGUIRE AND HESTER - POWER ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
JointVenture · Alameda County
License #1129563 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 632 7676
THE GARDEN WIZARD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1130986 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 967 0689
GOLDEN THREAD LANDSCAPING LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1136459 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 613 9585
HMH JOINT VENTURE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
JointVenture · Alameda County
License #1133502 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 632 7676
ECOGROVE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1145357 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 928 7088
STELA LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1041836 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 567 3568
HIDEAWAY ACRES FARM & NURSERY LLC
No Active WCLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1110271 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 301 2216
WHAT UP WITH THAT LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Alameda County
License #1125819 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 906 8383
MD GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1124320 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 575 6462
CANO LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Alameda County
License #1124215 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 701 2036
ECO ELEMENTS LANDSCAPING INC
No Active WCLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Alameda County
License #1143394 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 612 6111
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.
