CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN CLEMENTE, CA
44 verified contractors · 23 carry active workers' comp · Average 18 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN CLEMENTE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 44 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN CLEMENTE, 23 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 24 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN CLEMENTE
SAN CLEMENTE sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35–40°F and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States — a near-endless growing season, but also near-endless water demand. Experienced contractors here design around California's water restrictions, favor Mediterranean and drought-adapted species, and build irrigation systems calibrated for year-round operation. The absence of frost also means pest and disease pressure never resets — a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
44 Licensed Landscapers in SAN CLEMENTE
ADRIAN'S GARDEN SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1976 · 49 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #323901 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 492 0546
BEMUS LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1986 · 40 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #492084 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 579 6754
EARTHWORKS LAND DESIGN CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #559049 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 338 6166
PACIFIC LANDCRAFTERS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #566354 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 498 7542
LUNA RICARDO A
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #583252 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 413 1473
GLENS LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #619543 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 492 6492
CUSTOM DELUXE LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #642734 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 498 5243
PARADISE DESIGNS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #653430 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 498 2155
BARKSHIRE LASER LEVELING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 27 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #757453 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 240 8779
ALDERETE CONSTRUCTION, POOLS & SOLAR PLUMBING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #830602 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 350 3814
OCEANSWEST LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #852943 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 683 6946
LOUIS AVINA
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #865083 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 353 9158
MEDLIN LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #915779 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 456 5068
OAKBROOK LANDSCAPE AND POOL CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #899481 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 702 0617
PCLM INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #923266 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 374 8592
STEWART E AND ASSOCIATES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #953389 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 498 9250
ORGANICS OUT BACK INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #985650 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 899 4954
YODER FAMILY LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1010004 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 485 0870
GARY JOHN ALFONSO
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1981 · 45 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #402070 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 857 2534
PUCCINELLI DANIEL
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #463291 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 378 6220
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN CLEMENTE
Some SAN CLEMENTE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 4 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 9 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 3 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 3 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SAN CLEMENTE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 44 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 23 (52%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 24 (55%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 29 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 18.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 49 years (licensed 1976)
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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.
Do landscapers in SAN CLEMENTE work year-round?
Yes. SAN CLEMENTE sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year — though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.
