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
LOS AGAVES LANDSCAPING
No Active WCLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1039393 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 402 2935
TRINITY LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1062022 · Status: CLEAR ✓
GARCIA'S LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
No Active WCLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1064478 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 481 2295
J.R.M. LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1087267 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 828 8571
MARTINEZ LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1095167 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 533 7510
LAS PALMAS LANDCARE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1108026 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 535 0875
HORIZON VIEW LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1112933 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 213 3558
CHAVEZ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1136703 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 215 0834
LAND DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1126188 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 301 5615
TERRA STONE LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1140497 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 522 8436
TERRASCAPING INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1150223 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 207 2079
NATIVE LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1148080 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 519 1005
FUTURE LANDSCAPING SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1156583 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 997 3657
ARSENIO'S LANDSCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1140930 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 496 4286
PACIFIC ESTATES LANDSCAPE LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · San Diego County
License #1151106 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 498 8606
FELIPE SANCHEZ LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1063599 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 715 5047
IRRITECH
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1067886 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 815 0606
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.
