CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in REDWOOD CITY, CA
80 verified contractors · 52 with active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in REDWOOD CITY means looking beyond reviews. Of the 80 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in REDWOOD CITY, 52 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 43 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in REDWOOD CITY
REDWOOD CITY 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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80 Licensed Landscapers in REDWOOD CITY
Modica Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1988 · 38 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #527229
Status: CLEAR ✓
Ecosystems Landscape Solutions
Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #802066
Status: CLEAR ✓
Castillo Landscaping
Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #937071
Status: CLEAR ✓
J C Tree Care
Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Partnership · San Mateo County
License #998693
Status: CLEAR ✓
Modified Landscapes
Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #998990
Status: CLEAR ✓
Special Gardens Inc
Licensed 1990 · 35 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #601019
Status: CLEAR ✓
Hector's Tree Service
Licensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #975391
Status: CLEAR ✓
Bonsai Garden Experts Inc
Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1085022
Status: CLEAR ✓
Jv Landscaping
Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1101300
Status: CLEAR ✓
Aj Landscape Solutions
Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1097448
Status: CLEAR ✓
Cisneros Garden Services Inc
Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1106470
Status: CLEAR ✓
Cisneros Landscaping LLC
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Mateo County
License #1145656
Status: CLEAR ✓
Silverado Landscapes
Licensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1074552
Status: CLEAR ✓
Pinnacle Landscaping Co Corp
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1116865
Status: CLEAR ✓
Sunset Landscaping
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1119079
Status: CLEAR ✓
Bayview Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1153930
Status: CLEAR ✓
Green Bay Landscaping
Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1101432
Status: CLEAR
Peninsula Concrete Contractors Inc
Licensed 1979 · 46 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #386005
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 368 4622
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Ohio Casualty Insurance Company (The)
Lord Jim Landscape Services Inc
Licensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #459431
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 365 2972
License valid through Dec 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Fox Landscape & Irrigation Inc
Licensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #646273
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 366 5348
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2010
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in REDWOOD CITY
Some REDWOOD CITY landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 3 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold C49 (C49)
- 3 also hold Tree Service (D49)
- 2 also hold D63 (D63)
REDWOOD CITY Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 80 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 52 (65%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 43 (54%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 42 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.6 years
- Longest-established contractor: 46 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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in REDWOOD CITY?
REDWOOD CITY'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.