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
TRIPLE BK LANDSCAPE GARDENING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1046849 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 290 2349
ERGEON INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1040925 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 300 4854
HABITAT POTENTIAL
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1043929 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 317 3978
GROUND CONTROL INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1046787 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 508 8589
SAN FRANCISCO CLEAN CITY COALITION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1047692 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 440 4409
COBBLE & FORGE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1060446 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 725 0973
OPTIWISE LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1077974 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 826 4684
LOGICULTURE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1085164 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(860) 604 6417
D A C LANDSCAPE S F INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1084858 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 516 8884
EDGELANDS DESIGN LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1102936 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(970) 708 3996
CALIFORNIA CLIMATE ACTION NOW! ECOLOGICAL LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1109713 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 503 7639
BAY BREEZE LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1113423 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 283 6798
RHIZOME URBAN GARDENS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1126334 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(424) 316 6985
SATURDAY LANDSCAPES LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1139328 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 701 0233
HUNT PROJECTS LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1146810 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 518 7135
THE GARDENISTA LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1149884 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 450 5015
SCHERER SCOTT CONSTRUCTION INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1987 · 39 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #507694 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 668 4417
ALDER LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #694150 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 875 0412
CHAMBERLAIN LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #974236 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 787 8568
DESIGN SQUARES LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1021364 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 505 8359
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.
