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
COSBY COLEMAN LANDSCAPE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #898415 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 606 7993
YOUNG V LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #892009 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 421 2913
BAY AREA LANDSCAPING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #927695 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 681 3262
FRY ROBERT HORTICULTURAL SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #956854 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 219 7315
CANELO-HERNANDEZ JAIME
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #966377 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 439 8662
EDIBLE ECOLOGY INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #1019757 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 904 7576
JOE'S GARDENING & LANDSCAPE COMPANY
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #1034415 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 219 5516
GONZALEZ LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1054515 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 303 6474
SNOWBERRY LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Partnership · Contra Costa County
License #1046499 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 414 8425
RUBICON LANDSCAPE CORPORATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #1044063 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 221 4400
ECO GARDENWORKS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1055119 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 531 5817
BAY AREA REMODELS AND HARDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #1073922 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 681 3262
QUINTERO LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #1101406 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 230 9563
MG SIGNATURE LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1109247 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 691 2548
RDZ LANDSCAPE EVOLUTION LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Contra Costa County
License #1126202 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 375 0954
CASTILLO PASCUAL LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #789745 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 323 6170
GARCIA'S D LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Contra Costa County
License #1042848 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 620 4339
RAMIREZ BALDO LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1059635 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 845 1151
FRANCISCO LANDSCAPING & GARDENING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1088498 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 488 7159
OCAMPO JORGE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Contra Costa County
License #1077248 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 860 7632
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.
