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
GRENZ
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1020731 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 463 4358
TIMMONS BILL LANDSCAPING AND GARDENING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1038735 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(801) 599 7561
DHD DAMIR HURDICH LANDSCAPE DESIGN LLC
No Active WCLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1028153 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 786 6427
BETTERLY GARDEN DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1047434 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 842 7924
CUNNINGHAM DAVID LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1069683 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 568 7967
NIWA LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1082446 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(503) 750 4715
BUZZ LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1093473 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 312 0142
BACKYARDZ COMPANY
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1095504 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 524 9165
TALL GNOME LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1133693 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 610 1553
GO GREEN LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1130994 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(628) 215 1005
ERLYN HERNANDEZ GARDENING SERVICE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1153218 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 613 4807
FRIDAY GARDENS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1144084 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 525 7457
BLAKENEY LANDSCAPING LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1144640 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 917 5481
ORGANIC MOTIFS LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Francisco County
License #1144819 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 264 6533
MAXIMUM LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Francisco County
License #1151153 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 844 0437
KEARNEY JENNIFER L
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1015637 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 846 3342
ROA'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Francisco County
License #1041596 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 672 8213
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.
