CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in PASO ROBLES, CA
27 verified contractors · 18 carry active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated June 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
MERCADO LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1088043 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 423 4648
LEO'S LANDSCAPING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1107274 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 434 7650
ENSURE LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1106364 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 369 9425
FG LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1124641 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(820) 206 8351
ERSKINE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Luis Obispo County
License #1156241 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 400 4898
PARADISE LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Luis Obispo County
License #1052199 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 423 8011
RODRIGUEZ LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1094430 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 345 7611
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.
