CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN JOSE, CA
282 verified contractors · 183 with active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated August 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.
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282 Licensed Landscapers in SAN JOSE
Woodman Landscape
Licensed 1994 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #685188
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 206 2627
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Online since 2018
Dao Landscaping
Licensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #679743
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 966 5059
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Jet Insurance Company
Daos Landscaping
Licensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #674528
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 318 2818
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
M G Landscape
Licensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #693864
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 690 8636
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)
Hernandez Landscaping & Gardening Service
Licensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #695087
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 280 2761
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Headrick Construction
Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #775452
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 217 8389
License valid through Jun 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2019
Gold Medal Garden Service
Licensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #774627
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 768 1447
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Russell's Landscaping
Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #767365
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 568 9857
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Dao's Construction
Licensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #789873
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 893 9917
License valid through Jan 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Nguyen Thai
Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #786117
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 482 5999
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Lupian Landscaping Co
Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #787068
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 504 0485
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Cypress Construction And Landscapes Inc
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Santa Clara County
License #809551
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 480 5494
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Slugocki Jim Blaise
Licensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #806016
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 406 7223
License valid through Mar 2028
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Concrete Solutions
Licensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #812047
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 836 2413
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
Online since 2019
Simple Green Landscape And Maintenance Service
Licensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #815068
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 893 1671
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
Douglas Company The
Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #826104
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 410 8117
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
True Vine Landscape
Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #850364
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 670 2974
License valid through Nov 2026
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Wesonga Landscape Maintenance
Licensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #871769
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 693 1901
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · Jet Insurance Company
Lala Dominique
Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #864318
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 279 1993
License valid through Sep 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Proscape Landscape Construction
Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Clara County
License #864808
Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 966 5440
License valid through Sep 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
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)
SAN JOSE Landscapers by Specialty
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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.