CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in OCEANSIDE, CA
62 verified contractors · 36 with active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in OCEANSIDE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 62 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in OCEANSIDE, 36 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 36 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in OCEANSIDE
OCEANSIDE 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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62 Licensed Landscapers in OCEANSIDE
Kellermeyer Bergensons Landscaping
Licensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1014547
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 477 9231
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Online since 2011
Triple Bests Landscaping
Licensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1013524
Status: CLEAR ✓
(442) 500 8530
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
J J Landscape
Licensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1014020
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 525 7714
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company
Littlepage Landscaping
Licensed 1979 · 47 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #369695
Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 492 7953
License valid through Feb 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Dutch-drain Inc
Licensed 1981 · 44 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #411432
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 500 9863
License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Forlenza Anthony Michael Landscape Contracting
Licensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #574426
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 212 3882
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Smith Robert Paul
Licensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #574835
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 940 0847
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Apex Construction
Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #847642
Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 204 7777
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2004
Amazing Synthetic Greens Inc
Licensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #871002
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 895 2491
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Osuna Landscaping
Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #915422
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 802 4515
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Ramirez Gustavo
Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #934385
Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 365 5151
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Garden Gate And Stone Landscaping
Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #931389
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 402 4816
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · Jet Insurance Company
Rolanscape
Licensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #959468
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 473 8084
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Green Coast Land & Garden Services
Licensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #961100
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 630 8086
License valid through May 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Green Expressions Landscape Inc
Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #995954
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 653 9467
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)
C A Landscape Tree Service Inc
Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1036141
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 672 2496
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Fredrickson Landscape Inc
Licensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1028231
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 583 9699
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company
Online since 2017
J C Brothers Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1046881
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 696 6572
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Franco's Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1057515
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 239 7308
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Online since 2020
Alta Mirada Tree And Landcare Inc
Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1079936
Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 613 8769
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in OCEANSIDE
Some OCEANSIDE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 4 also hold General Building (B)
- 3 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 1 also hold D03 (D03)
- 4 also hold Tree Service (D49)
OCEANSIDE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 62 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 36 (58%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 36 (58%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 34 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.5 years
- Longest-established contractor: 47 years (licensed 1979)
OCEANSIDE Landscapers by Specialty
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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 OCEANSIDE?
OCEANSIDE'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.