CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN JOSE, CA
282 verified contractors · 183 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN JOSE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 282 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN JOSE, 183 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 163 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN JOSE
SAN JOSE sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9b, with winter minimum temperatures of 25–30°F. This means a true dormant season — lawns and most perennials slow significantly from December through February. Contractors experienced in Zone 9b know to schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost, design planting schemes around the zone's long dry summers, and recommend drought-tolerant species that handle both the heat and the occasional cold snap. Ask any contractor you hire whether their plant selections are rated for Zone 9b minimums.
282 Licensed Landscapers in SAN JOSE
MISS LANDSCAPE LIMITED
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1099344 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(562) 376 1137
BLACKSTONE LANDSCAPE AND DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #1101640 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 706 8581
BUILDING DREAMS CUSTOM LANDSCAPING CORP
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1117894 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 722 0830
MG GARDENING SJ INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1121059 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 917 0966
WESTERN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Clara County
License #1116565 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(831) 222 0240
BONFIRE OUTDOOR IMPROVEMENTS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #1115222 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 605 7391
FOUR SEASONS CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1115223 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 966 4253
LEAL LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #1115422 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 628 9948
ESTEVEZ LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #1123521 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 981 3591
LOS REYES LANDSCAPES LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Clara County
License #1122629 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 466 3275
SMART GREEN LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1126641 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 690 7600
SOFT EARTH LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #1126656 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 601 0292
NORCAL IMAGE LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #1138487 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 762 0739
ALLSITE CORPORATION LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1128395 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 280 1700
CENTURY BAY LANDSCAPING & OUTDOOR DESIGN CORP
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1131051 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(202) 660 8574
JUAREZ R LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #1128656 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(669) 294 7644
GREEN DIAMOND LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1135017 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 580 4284
VISTA VALLEY LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1146890 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 854 3972
TRUE VISION LANDSCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1155223 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 393 2062
J V CONS INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #1155491 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 497 1747
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN JOSE
Some SAN JOSE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 15 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 60 also hold General Building (B)
- 16 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 10 also hold Plumbing (C36)
- 10 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SAN JOSE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 282 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 183 (65%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 163 (58%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 164 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.1 years
- Longest-established contractor: 50 years (licensed 1975)
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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 JOSE winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. SAN JOSE sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
