CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN FRANCISCO, CA
97 verified contractors · 57 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN FRANCISCO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 97 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN FRANCISCO, 57 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 53 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN FRANCISCO
SAN FRANCISCO 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.
97 Licensed Landscapers in SAN FRANCISCO
BROUCARET LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1960 · 66 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #190234 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 716 8908
MAGRANE ASSOCIATES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #437488 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 821 0233
KOROTKIN ASSOCIATES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1986 · 39 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #495629 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 301 6709
HIEN'S GENERAL CONSTRUCTION AND LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #610525 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 519 8612
POYAS ROBERT W INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #655487 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 869 9880
DEVEREUX LOUIS LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1995 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #704478 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 218 4703
TRINET CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1997 · 29 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #735126 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 695 7814
ARTISANS LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1997 · 28 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #738074 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 594 9090
THUMBELLINA GARDENS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #778742 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 350 8829
MAXIMO CONSTRUCTION LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #783671 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 806 5910
BELLA VITA GARDEN DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #787988 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 648 0100
AMHERST ASSOCIATES CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #811425 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 271 8828
SCULPT GARDENS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #825837 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 420 1750
J M L LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #853919 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 821 3760
ROCK & ROSE LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #856082 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 824 3458
GARDENER BRAD INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #895148 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 846 6291
GIANT LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #923543 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 860 9995
BERNARD'S LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #924539 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 664 9904
GROUND COVER LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #930933 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 859 0481
SAN FRANCISCO LANDSCAPES CORPORATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #932022 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 585 9137
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN FRANCISCO
Some SAN FRANCISCO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 6 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 14 also hold General Building (B)
- 3 also hold C31 (C31)
- 2 also hold Plumbing (C36)
- 3 also hold HAZ (HAZ)
SAN FRANCISCO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 97 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 57 (59%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 53 (55%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 61 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.1 years
- Longest-established contractor: 66 years (licensed 1960)
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 FRANCISCO work year-round?
Yes. SAN FRANCISCO 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.
