CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN DIEGO, CA
345 verified contractors · 199 carry active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN DIEGO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 345 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN DIEGO, 199 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 209 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN DIEGO
SAN DIEGO 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.
345 Licensed Landscapers in SAN DIEGO
ANDRES GARDENING SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #973135 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 249 7062
ANDENES LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #980200 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 254 5690
ARCADIAN LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #978145 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 617 9038
RECON ENVIRONMENTAL INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #986458 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 308 9333
SUN DIEGO LANDSCAPE & DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #985581 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 779 4884
BLACK SAGE ENVIRONMENTAL INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #992854 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 876 0745
NATURESCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1004137 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 261 7195
A PLUS LIGHTING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #997231 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 688 6445
ECODESIGNSD INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1001505 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 863 3260
HUIZAR'S FAMILY CORPORATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #997778 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 212 5478
PJP LANDCARE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1002504 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 663 2741
SARITA LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1006161 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 800 5041
THE LANDSCAPE COMPANY
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1011901 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 275 6300
D I G LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1010749 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 794 5525
PEAK BUILDERS & ROOFERS OF SAN DIEGO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1008986 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 804 6966
PYLE LANDSCAPE CARE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1013046 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 314 0904
ENVY LANDSCAPE DESIGN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1007525 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 578 4969
TELLIARD CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1974 · 52 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #292472 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 224 4725
PEDERSEN ALDEN VIGGO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1980 · 45 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #392553 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 421 7119
PACIFIC COVE CONSTRUCTION & PLUMBING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1985 · 41 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #473998 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 297 5000
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN DIEGO
Some SAN DIEGO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 20 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 74 also hold General Building (B)
- 10 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 11 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 18 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SAN DIEGO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 345 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 199 (58%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 209 (61%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 196 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 14.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 66 years (licensed 1959)
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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 DIEGO work year-round?
Yes. SAN DIEGO 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.
