CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in OJAI, CA
13 verified contractors · 7 carry active workers' comp · Average 24 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in OJAI means looking beyond reviews. Of the 13 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in OJAI, 7 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 6 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in OJAI
OJAI sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 8b, with winter minimum temperatures of 15–20°F — among the coldest zones in California's populated areas. This means genuine freeze events, irrigation systems that must be drained for winter, and planting choices carefully rated for cold hardiness. Contractors working in Zone 8b need cold-climate experience that many California landscapers simply don't have — it's worth asking directly about their experience with frost protection, plant hardiness ratings, and winter system preparation.
13 Licensed Landscapers in OJAI
DALEY LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #645004 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 646 7756
BLUE HERON
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1995 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #712387 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 701 2228
VALLEN LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #823817 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 886 4147
ELEMENT LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #919758 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 861 0341
ROGER SPECTER - LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR TURFSCAPES UNLIMITED
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1979 · 47 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #370320 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 646 6708
HANEY LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1988 · 37 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #551409 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 640 8607
SCOW JAN C
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #577405 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 272 8095
GARVER RANDON ESTATE GARDENS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #648657 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 798 1101
ESSENTIAL GARDEN THE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #775539 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 701 6666
STUDIO LANDSCAPE CORPORATION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #915632 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 646 8384
VELASQUEZ GARDENING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #1058290 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 890 8004
MAR GARDENING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #1018618 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 646 8425
GERARDO LIMON
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #1138091 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 455 3630
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in OJAI
Some OJAI landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Building (B)
OJAI Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 13 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 7 (54%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 6 (46%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 10 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 24.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 47 years (licensed 1979)
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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.
Do landscapers in OJAI winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. OJAI sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
