CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in RIVERSIDE, CA
132 verified contractors · 83 carry active workers' comp · Average 16 years in business · Updated June 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.
132 Licensed Landscapers in RIVERSIDE
GAVINO'S LAWN SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1027974 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 660 6084
VENTURE GENERAL CONTRACTING CORP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1036849 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 712 3533
GREEN TURF LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1038942 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 254 8341
SANTANA LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1031777 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 514 8411
NEW SEASON PROPERTY SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1051303 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 961 7167
SD LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1051853 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 916 7466
BUILDING SYNERGIES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1050059 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 492 3688
TRACE LANDCARE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1045110 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 275 4254
HIGHRIDGE LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1044536 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 236 2200
APEX LANDSCAPE INNOVATIONS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Riverside County
License #1056908 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 999 2150
FIELD VIEW CONSTRUCTION CO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1062979 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 725 8004
SOCAL LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1071885 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 310 3325
J R LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1090385 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 365 0743
BENNALI CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1081629 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 493 9591
PRECISION LANDSCAPE SOLUTIONS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1098101 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 897 9882
ETHICS LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1097765 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 376 1315
MODERN LANDSCAPING SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1115514 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 515 5401
INTREPID SIGNATURE LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1110460 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 772 7822
3GEN CONTRACTORS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1129346 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(909) 631 4355
TROPICANA LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Riverside County
License #1124007 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 648 1845
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)
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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.
