CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN MARCOS, CA
77 verified contractors · 41 carry active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN MARCOS means looking beyond reviews. Of the 77 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN MARCOS, 41 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 47 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN MARCOS
SAN MARCOS sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30–35°F. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk — rare but possible, meaning irrigation systems need winterization readiness even if they rarely need it. The mild climate supports an enormous range of plant material, but summer fog patterns, coastal wind exposure, and microclimate variation within a single neighborhood can dramatically change what thrives. Local experience matters here more than in more uniform climates.
77 Licensed Landscapers in SAN MARCOS
SHASTA LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #433293 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 744 6551
WESTERN OUTDOOR
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1990 · 36 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #592071 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(800) 779 8191
BRANCH THE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #619549 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 747 5268
SECOND NATURE LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #677541 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 539 2131
CALIFORNIA TREE SERVICE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #696749 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 510 8100
THE LAND STEWARDS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1995 · 30 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #713340 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 759 2366
TROPICAL LANDSCAPE CONNECTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #789865 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 522 3028
PANCHO'S GARDEN SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #790694 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 598 8364
STERLING LAND CARE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #794307 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 807 3662
SANTA FE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #831597 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 503 0110
BAJA PACIFIC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #857561 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 213 5462
CONCRETE CREATIONS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #859344 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 744 1002
SWISS GARDENS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #864623 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 744 6428
FOUR SEASONS TREE CARE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #901201 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 477 7955
DLC DURAN LANDSCAPE CONTRACTING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #905695 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(951) 760 1982
PANJIA INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #928978 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 722 0982
SWIMMING POOLS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #938295 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 803 9747
COASTAL PACIFIC LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #967894 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(800) 343 9850
GREEN PERSPECTIVES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #982208 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 566 3097
CASEY C LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #986101 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 560 8766
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN MARCOS
Some SAN MARCOS landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 4 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 5 also hold General Building (B)
- 4 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 4 also hold Concrete-Related Services (D06)
- 10 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SAN MARCOS Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 77 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 41 (53%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 47 (61%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 48 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 43 years (licensed 1983)
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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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in SAN MARCOS?
SAN MARCOS's summer fog and microclimate variation change what thrives block to block. Contractors with local experience choose plant material and irrigation schedules matched to your specific exposure rather than a generic plan.
