CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN CARLOS, CA
16 verified contractors · 13 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN CARLOS means looking beyond reviews. Of the 16 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN CARLOS, 13 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 10 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN CARLOS
SAN CARLOS 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.
16 Licensed Landscapers in SAN CARLOS
STAFFORD ROBERT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 36 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #595316 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 346 9385
CORPORATE PARK LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #816043 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 631 0179
JENN'S GARDENING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #838902 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 421 3535
GREEN AGAIN LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #850648 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 368 9304
CONSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #861147 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 453 3288
PATCHETT NED CONSULTING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #892928 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 728 8303
TRUJILLO LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #891452 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 346 8459
PROPERTIES UPKEEP
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1983 · 42 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #443835 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 743 8361
SCENIC SCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #781856 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 595 8800
NATUREWALK INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1022315 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 852 1408
PRESTIGE LANDSCAPING CO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1036570 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 722 3352
CASTILLO GARDENING LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1100611 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 771 1866
LIVEBRIGHT LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Limited Liability · San Mateo County
License #1097514 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 677 6177
GROUNDWORK LANDSCAPE & CONSTRUCTION INC DBA GROUNDWORK OUTDOOR
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1149090 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 395 7405
LIVING GARDENS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1113735 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 302 2052
A B LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1120645 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 832 1900
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN CARLOS
Some SAN CARLOS landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 3 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SAN CARLOS Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 16 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 13 (81%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 10 (63%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 9 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.9 years
- Longest-established contractor: 42 years (licensed 1983)
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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 SAN CARLOS?
SAN CARLOS'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.
