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
CASEY C LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #986101 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 560 8766
GALLARDO LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #999851 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 402 7227
NAVA LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1003673 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 803 0762
K H PAVERS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1007122 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 566 7698
SARAVIA LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1014062 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 908 6210
PABLO'S LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1011797 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 484 3144
GRAN TIERRA
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #761326 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 612 6468
TEKNIA LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #792708 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 204 3911
VIRDEN FRANK CONSTRUCTION & LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #837219 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 775 6404
WOODSCAPE DESIGNS-LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #868928 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 580 2153
BELLA LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #909785 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 310 0956
GARCIA R LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #900363 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 805 5485
ARTISTIC SOLUTIONS LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #906384 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 889 6842
ZERO TURF
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #918762 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(866) 496 5092
SIERRA LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION CORP
No Active WCLicensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #935305 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 705 7219
CORTESE ENTERPRISES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #947355 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 207 5296
RAB CONSTRUCTION & LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #939289 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 917 5419
CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE COMPANY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #940991 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 712 7284
LANDSCAPE ARTS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #966972 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 809 5307
MAKELELE SYSTEMS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #987557 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 208 8749
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.
