CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in PISMO BEACH, CA
8 verified contractors · 1 carry active workers' comp · Average 17 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in PISMO BEACH means looking beyond reviews. Of the 8 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in PISMO BEACH, 1 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 0 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in PISMO BEACH
PISMO BEACH 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.
8 Licensed Landscapers in PISMO BEACH
MISSION PACIFICA LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #868353 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 481 1027
WHITE JEFF LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #632947 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 478 3349
EVERGREEN LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #786226 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 773 5395
CASEY'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #828186 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 441 6623
BRENNAN LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #862087 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 904 3135
SUNRISE LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #973919 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 268 2151
OCEAN VIEW LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1090493 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 266 9292
HART TO HEART LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Luis Obispo County
License #1097814 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 361 3801
PISMO BEACH Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 8 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 1 (13%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 0 (0%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 6 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 17.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 34 years (licensed 1991)
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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 PISMO BEACH?
PISMO BEACH'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.
