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Licensed Landscaping Contractors in PASO ROBLES, CA

27 verified contractors · 18 with active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated August 2026

Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in PASO ROBLES means looking beyond reviews. Of the 27 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in PASO ROBLES, 18 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 16 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.

Climate & Hardiness in PASO ROBLES

PASO ROBLES sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9a, with winter minimums of 20–25°F. Cooler than most of coastal California, Zone 9a sees real frost and occasional freeze events that drive plant selection and irrigation strategy. Contractors need to understand which ornamentals will die back and which will be damaged outright, and irrigation systems need reliable winterization. The upside: Zone 9a supports a wider range of temperate species than warmer zones, giving experienced designers more to work with.

27 Licensed Landscapers in PASO ROBLES

TOBY'S SPRINKLERS & SOD logo
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Toby's Sprinklers & Sod

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2002 · 23 years in business

Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County

License #810562

Status: CLEAR ✓

(805) 423 0478

License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon

$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company

WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Mercado Landscape

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business

Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County

License #1088043

Status: CLEAR ✓

(805) 423 4648

License valid through Mar 2028

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Leo's Landscaping Services

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business

Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County

License #1107274

Status: CLEAR ✓

(805) 434 7650

License valid through Jul 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Ensure Landscape Management

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business

Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County

License #1106364

Status: CLEAR ✓

(805) 369 9425

License valid through Jun 2027

$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company

WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Erskine Landscaping

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business

Limited Liability · San Luis Obispo County

License #1156241

Status: CLEAR ✓

(805) 400 4898

License valid through Jun 2028

$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company

PARADISE LANDSCAPES logo
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Paradise Landscapes

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business

Corporation · San Luis Obispo County

License #1052199

Status: CLEAR ✓

(805) 423 8011

License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon

$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company

Online since 2024

WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Rodriguez Landscape Construction And Management

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business

Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County

License #1094430

Status: CLEAR ✓

(805) 345 7611

License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon

$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company

Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in PASO ROBLES

Some PASO ROBLES landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.

  • 2 also hold General Engineering (A)
  • 1 also hold General Building (B)
  • 2 also hold Concrete (C-8)
  • 1 also hold Painting (C33)
  • 2 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)

PASO ROBLES Landscaping Market at a Glance

  • 27 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
  • 18 (67%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
  • 16 (59%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
  • 14 have been licensed for 10 or more years
  • Average time in business: 14.4 years
  • Longest-established contractor: 45 years (licensed 1981)

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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 PASO ROBLES winterize irrigation systems?

Yes. PASO ROBLES 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.