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
Z J J LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #763455 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 306 5575
DAVE SUDA LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #764904 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 229 1316
KHANH IRRIGATION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #768721 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 204 5726
CALVINE LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #771449 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 322 0437
DUARTE EFREN LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #809138 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 306 7910
ROBERTS JAY LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #802087 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 342 1873
LUSCIOUS GREEN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #802488 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 487 0122
DE LA CRUZ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #808864 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 200 7663
GOLDKAMP LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Partnership · San Diego County
License #797739 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 887 5674
LAWN ALTERNATIVES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #797867 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 920 5246
MGD LANDSCAPING DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #830119 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 925 9638
ECO DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #823910 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 517 5808
PRO TECH SERVICES SD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #829177 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 850 0594
ROUHANDEH GLENN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #828834 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 444 7253
OUTSIDE MATTERS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #829210 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 322 8066
J VIC'S PALMS NURSERY INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #829813 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 954 9357
4 U 2 IDOL LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #831321 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 807 6516
CISNEROS CONTRACTING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #831737 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 742 8693
KEEPING - IT - GREEN LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #833787 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 501 0189
D CARSON CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #844038 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 577 0333
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.
