CSLB-Verified ยท California
Licensed Landscapers in San Mateo County, CA
258 verified contractors ยท 160 with active workers' comp ยท Average 16 years in business ยท Updated August 2026
Across San Mateo County, 258 CSLB-licensed landscaping contractors operate spanning 14 cities. 160 carry active workers' compensation insurance, and 161 have held their license 10+ years โ every record verifiable on cslb.ca.gov.
Climate & Hardiness Across San Mateo County
San Mateo County sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30โ35ยฐF. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk โ 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.
Cities in San Mateo County
Top-Verified Contractors in San Mateo County
Blue Sky Designs Inc
Licensed 1983 ยท 43 years in business
Corporation ยท San Mateo County
License #436094
Status: CLEAR โ
Vista Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1983 ยท 43 years in business
Corporation ยท San Mateo County
License #438893
Status: CLEAR โ
Modica Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1988 ยท 38 years in business
Corporation ยท San Mateo County
License #527229
Status: CLEAR โ
Masterpiece Gardens Inc
Licensed 1994 ยท 31 years in business
Corporation ยท San Mateo County
License #696959
Status: CLEAR โ
Ecosystems Landscape Solutions
Licensed 2001 ยท 24 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Mateo County
License #802066
Status: CLEAR โ
City Arborist
Licensed 2003 ยท 22 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Mateo County
License #827752
Status: CLEAR โ
Jenn's Gardening
Licensed 2004 ยท 22 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Mateo County
License #838902
Status: CLEAR โ
Peninsula Landscape Co Inc
Licensed 2006 ยท 20 years in business
Corporation ยท San Mateo County
License #875951
Status: CLEAR โ
Ground Logic
Licensed 2005 ยท 20 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Mateo County
License #860977
Status: CLEAR โ
Patchett Ned Consulting Inc
Licensed 2007 ยท 19 years in business
Corporation ยท San Mateo County
License #892928
Status: CLEAR โ
Otorres Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2009 ยท 17 years in business
Corporation ยท San Mateo County
License #928972
Status: CLEAR โ
Castillo Landscaping
Licensed 2009 ยท 16 years in business
Sole Owner ยท San Mateo County
License #937071
Status: CLEAR โ
San Mateo County Landscapers by Specialty
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 โ 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 County?
San Mateo County'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.