CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN DIEGO, CA
345 verified contractors · 199 with active workers' comp · Average 14 years in business · Updated August 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.
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345 Licensed Landscapers in SAN DIEGO
O'brien Shawn P
Licensed 1998 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #756590
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 203 8760
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Dave Suda Landscape Inc
Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #764904
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 229 1316
License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2003
Calvine Landscape
Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #771449
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 322 0437
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Khanh Irrigation
Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #768721
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 204 5726
License valid through Sep 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Luscious Green Landscape Maintenance
Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #802488
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 487 0122
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Lawn Alternatives
Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #797867
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 920 5246
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Jet Insurance Company
De La Cruz Landscaping
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #808864
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 200 7663
License valid through Jun 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Roberts Jay Landscape Inc
Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #802087
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 342 1873
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Goldkamp Landscape Maintenance
Licensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Partnership · San Diego County
License #797739
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 887 5674
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Outside Matters
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #829210
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 322 8066
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2000
Eco Development Group LLC
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #823910
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 517 5808
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2019
Rouhandeh Glenn
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #828834
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 444 7253
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Mgd Landscaping Design
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #830119
Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 925 9638
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
J Vic's Palms Nursery Inc
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #829813
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 954 9357
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
4 U 2 Idol Landscape
Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #831321
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 807 6516
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Pro Tech Services Sd
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #829177
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 850 0594
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Keeping - It - Green Landscaping
Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #833787
Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 501 0189
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
D Carson Construction Inc
Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #844038
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 577 0333
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2007
Connor Thomas Landscape Maintenance
Licensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #859856
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 846 5985
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
A N S Construction Inc
Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #846978
Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 212 7800
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · Business Alliance Insurance Company
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)
SAN DIEGO Landscapers by Specialty
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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.