CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in RIVERSIDE, CA
132 verified contractors · 83 with active workers' comp · Average 16 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in RIVERSIDE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 132 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in RIVERSIDE, 83 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 79 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in RIVERSIDE
RIVERSIDE 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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132 Licensed Landscapers in RIVERSIDE
Marroquin's Landscaping & Maintenance Services Inc
Licensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1012120
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 925 7042
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · Travelers Casualty And Surety Company Of America
Integrity Arborist And Ecoscape Inc
Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1009198
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 406 1062
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Moore Landscaping
Licensed 1976 · 50 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #314222
Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 214 9516
License valid through Feb 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2020
Torres John Landscaping
Licensed 1984 · 42 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #452431
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 534 9493
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · Ohio Casualty Insurance Company (The)
Rodriguez Paul A
Licensed 1988 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #522335
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 782 1576
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Green Earth Landscape & Irrigation
Licensed 1987 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #516494
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 427 7155
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Andrew Landscape Construction Inc
Licensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #561121
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 780 1222
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2007
Pacheco's Rick Custom Landscapes
Licensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #559389
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 688 1407
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Levi's Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #611511
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 316 5253
License valid through Jan 2027
$25,000 bond · Allegheny Casualty Company
Online since 2012
Soholt & Company Landscape Inc
Licensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #642676
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 276 1254
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
C X I Construction Contractors
Licensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #655964
Status: CLEAR ✓
(800) 205 0929
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
Lawler Timothy L
Licensed 1995 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #710828
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 377 3940
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Mow It Down
Licensed 1996 · 29 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #726229
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 782 8648
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
J C G Landscaping
Licensed 1997 · 29 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #737335
Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 267 2161
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
The Landscape Contractor
Licensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #745850
Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 746 4559
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Online since 2019
Shafer Keith Landscape
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #809614
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 757 7136
License valid through Dec 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Evergreen Environment Inc
Licensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #810462
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 332 2218
License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2013
Envision Landscape
Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #844619
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 782 0260
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2017
Always There Pool Care
Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #846444
Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 420 0171
License valid through Sep 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Olague Landscape & Maintenance Inc
Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #863201
Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 315 5568
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in RIVERSIDE
Some RIVERSIDE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 10 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 25 also hold General Building (B)
- 6 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 5 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 13 also hold Tree Service (D49)
RIVERSIDE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 132 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 83 (63%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 79 (60%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 82 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 16.9 years
- Longest-established contractor: 53 years (licensed 1972)
RIVERSIDE Landscapers by Specialty
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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 RIVERSIDE?
RIVERSIDE'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.