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
ANTONIO'S LANDSCAPING PARTNERSHIP
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Partnership · San Diego County
License #989713 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 504 6140
TORRES RAUL LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1005464 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 703 3658
LIBORIO LANDSCAPING SERVICE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1008775 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 420 1526
DISCOVER LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1024620 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(442) 655 0456
LANDSCAPE DESIGNS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1037329 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 602 9888
PACIFIC COAST LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1032688 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 213 3084
SAN DIEGO LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1048938 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 571 9900
JULIO TREE WORK INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1050118 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 822 7047
GOMEZ HARDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1062473 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 497 8706
RESTORING CALIFORNIA NATURAL LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1063329 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 215 2837
S D PREMIER OUTDOOR HARDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1057269 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 516 1770
D S A LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1102917 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 886 8677
CARO'S LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1112945 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 644 3367
DNA LANDSCAPE TRANSFORMATIONS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1108552 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 259 4108
VILLA DEMOLITION & HAULING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1143276 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 705 4132
NAZLAND
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #693195 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 752 8686
SOCAL SYNTHETIC LAWNS & PUTTING GREENS INC
No Active WCLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #902317 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 586 4690
SAN MARCOS LANDSCAPE
No Active WCLicensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #972890 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 539 7806
LUX LANDSCAPE DESIGN INC
No Active WCLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #982871 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(888) 668 9877
DEL RIO LANDSCAPE
No Active WCLicensed 2012 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #976657 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 334 8044
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.
