CSLB-Verified · California

Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN MARCOS, CA

77 verified contractors · 41 with active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated August 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.

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77 Licensed Landscapers in SAN MARCOS

WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Woodscape Designs-landscape

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #868928

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 580 2153

License valid through Dec 2026

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Garcia R Landscape

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #900363

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 805 5485

License valid through Jul 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Artistic Solutions Landscaping

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2007 · 18 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #906384

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 889 6842

License valid through Nov 2027

$25,000 bond · Merchants Bonding Company (Mutual)

Online since 2009

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Bella Landscaping

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #909785

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 310 0956

License valid through Jan 2028

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

Online since 2012

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Workers' Comp Active

Zero Turf

Landscaping (C27) Concrete-Related Services (D06) Synthetic Products (D12)

Licensed 2008 · 17 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #918762

Status: CLEAR ✓

(866) 496 5092

License valid through Jul 2026 · expiring soon

$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company

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No Active WC

Sierra Landscape Construction Corp

Landscaping (C27) D41 (D41) Tree Service (D49)

Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #935305

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 705 7219

License valid through Jun 2027

$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Cortese Enterprises

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #947355

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 207 5296

License valid through May 2028

$25,000 bond · North River Insurance Company (The)

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Rab Construction & Landscape Inc

Landscaping (C27) General Engineering (A)

Licensed 2009 · 16 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #939289

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 917 5419

License valid through Oct 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Landscape Arts

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #966972

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 809 5307

License valid through Oct 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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Workers' Comp Active

Makelele Systems Landscape Maintenance

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2013 · 12 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #987557

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 208 8749

License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Antonio's Landscaping Partnership

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2014 · 12 years in business

Partnership · San Diego County

License #989713

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 504 6140

License valid through Jan 2028

$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Liborio Landscaping Service

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2015 · 10 years in business

Sole Owner · San Diego County

License #1008775

Status: CLEAR ✓

(760) 420 1526

License valid through Nov 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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WC Exempt (Sole Owner)

Landscaping (C27)

Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business

Corporation · San Diego County

License #1102917

Status: CLEAR ✓

(619) 886 8677

License valid through Sep 2027

$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company

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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)

SAN MARCOS Landscapers by Specialty

Tree Service 10 Pool Landscaping 4

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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.