CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in RICHMOND, CA
50 verified contractors · 26 carry active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in RICHMOND means looking beyond reviews. Of the 50 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in RICHMOND, 26 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 23 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in RICHMOND
RICHMOND 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.
50 Licensed Landscapers in RICHMOND
N-P-M LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1986 · 40 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #493732 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 526 9698
GARDENERS' GUILD INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #556967 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 439 3700
GROW PLENTY
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #589178 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 685 1170
INDIAN ROCK LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #629012 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 410 0083
RUBICON LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 34 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #633002 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 231 4400
ENVIRO VIEWS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #758650 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 236 6001
SITEWORKS LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #774285 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 843 0409
NEW ERA 2000
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #784051 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 720 4985
SIMONDS LOIS DBA GARDENING BY NATURES DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #893957 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 232 8360
LANDSPACES LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Limited Liability · Contra Costa County
License #899334 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 672 1642
SITECARE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #930179 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 843 0409
GOLDEN EARTH AND STONE LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #953402 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 778 8558
RAY SARAH DESIGN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #958456 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 812 7498
B W D GARDENS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #996966 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 280 3824
SANDIA LANDSCAPE SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1996 · 29 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #727358 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 774 2768
RUBICON ENTERPRISES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #750715 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 231 3950
RUIZ HECTOR COMPANY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #786834 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 453 6149
GARDEN GIRL
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #827243 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 516 8351
ALL ACCESS LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #846512 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 701 4400
LAWN GONE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #863705 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(707) 799 8238
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in RICHMOND
Some RICHMOND landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 5 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Concrete-Related Services (D06)
RICHMOND Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 50 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 26 (52%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 23 (46%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 26 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.9 years
- Longest-established contractor: 40 years (licensed 1986)
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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 RICHMOND?
RICHMOND'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.
