CSLB-Verified ยท California
Licensed Landscapers in San Francisco County, CA
97 verified contractors ยท 57 with active workers' comp ยท Average 15 years in business ยท Updated August 2026
Across San Francisco County, 97 CSLB-licensed landscaping contractors operate spanning 1 city. 57 carry active workers' compensation insurance, and 61 have held their license 10+ years โ every record verifiable on cslb.ca.gov.
Climate & Hardiness Across San Francisco County
San Francisco County sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35โ40ยฐF and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States โ 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 โ a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
Cities in San Francisco County
Top-Verified Contractors in San Francisco County
Magrane Associates
Licensed 1983 ยท 43 years in business
Corporation ยท San Francisco County
License #437488
Status: CLEAR โ
Korotkin Associates Inc
Licensed 1986 ยท 39 years in business
Corporation ยท San Francisco County
License #495629
Status: CLEAR โ
Maximo Construction LLC
Licensed 2000 ยท 25 years in business
Limited Liability ยท San Francisco County
License #783671
Status: CLEAR โ
Sculpt Gardens Inc
Licensed 2003 ยท 22 years in business
Corporation ยท San Francisco County
License #825837
Status: CLEAR โ
Giant Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2008 ยท 17 years in business
Corporation ยท San Francisco County
License #923543
Status: CLEAR โ
Arborist Now
Licensed 2011 ยท 15 years in business
Corporation ยท San Francisco County
License #961415
Status: CLEAR โ
Gentle Giants Gardening
Licensed 2013 ยท 12 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Francisco County
License #986260
Status: CLEAR โ
Dirty Hoe Landscaping
Licensed 2007 ยท 19 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Francisco County
License #889055
Status: CLEAR โ
Mediterrasian Landscapes
Licensed 2007 ยท 19 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Francisco County
License #891384
Status: CLEAR โ
Beauty Garden Landscaping
Licensed 2008 ยท 17 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Francisco County
License #925130
Status: CLEAR โ
The Urban Gardener
Licensed 2014 ยท 11 years in business
Corporation ยท San Francisco County
License #999606
Status: CLEAR โ
Ground Control Inc
Licensed 2018 ยท 7 years in business
Corporation ยท San Francisco County
License #1046787
Status: CLEAR โ
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 โ 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 County work year-round?
Yes. San Francisco County sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year โ though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.