CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN MATEO, CA
47 verified contractors · 26 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN MATEO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 47 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN MATEO, 26 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 21 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN MATEO
SAN MATEO 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.
47 Licensed Landscapers in SAN MATEO
SURUKI HARRY K
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1975 · 50 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #309786 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 349 0856
VISTA LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #438893 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 296 9250
CALNATIVE LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #637466 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 341 2333
LORAL LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1992 · 34 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #643676 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 340 6940
FULL GARDENING SERVICE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #679673 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 692 1030
SUPERIOR LANDSCAPING SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #679400 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 280 0880
QUALITY LANDSCAPE & CONCRETE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #758745 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 571 5778
EVERGREEN LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #807543 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 444 4347
TERRA RUBINA
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #921463 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 298 2279
RAMIREZ LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #922315 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 850 2471
FITZGERALD PAUL LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #943040 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 222 0037
CIRCLEFOOT
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #982112 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 740 4778
DOOR THOMAS L
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1975 · 51 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #303165 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 279 4990
PLACIDO TONY F
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1981 · 45 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #405961 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 606 1979
CONEY LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1983 · 42 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #442225 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 349 1651
YOUNG TOM LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1987 · 39 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #506814 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 430 3093
MIGUEL'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1994 · 32 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #687119 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 571 1334
VISIONS LANDSCAPING & DESIGN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #844993 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 773 4744
SANCHEZ M LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #860920 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 444 7072
CALI - NITE - LITES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #913844 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 537 9298
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN MATEO
Some SAN MATEO landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 3 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 2 also hold Synthetic Products (D12)
- 2 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SAN MATEO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 47 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 26 (55%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 21 (45%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 24 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.7 years
- Longest-established contractor: 51 years (licensed 1975)
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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 MATEO?
SAN MATEO'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.
