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
MID PENINSULA LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2010 · 16 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #946239 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 579 2704
GREENLEAF LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #960088 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 271 5452
BUCIO GARDEN SERVICE A PARTNERSHIP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Partnership · San Mateo County
License #974061 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 291 3526
MI MONARCA LANDSCAPING CORP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1054199 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 556 6358
TD BUILDER LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Limited Liability · San Mateo County
License #1057829 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 759 2127
TRUSCAPES LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1069510 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(408) 515 6771
RIVERA LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1085917 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 518 3480
LORAL HORTICULTURAL SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1089254 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 340 6940
OASIS GARDENS LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Limited Liability · San Mateo County
License #1084066 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 222 0943
SEQUOIA OUTDOOR DESIGN & BUILD INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1099847 · Status: CLEAR ✓
EMERALD GREENS GRASS LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Limited Liability · San Mateo County
License #1104368 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 773 9843
PETALWOOD GARDENS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1143848 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 787 2569
LOMA VERDE GARDENS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #981906 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 619 5686
J C LANDSCAPING
No Active WCLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1034658 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 776 8780
LOMA VERDE GARDENS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1059777 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 619 5686
CRYSTAL SPRINGS LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1066404 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 619 5686
ZARAGOZA LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1075747 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 389 3794
GREEN FASHION NURSERY INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1095615 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 348 3813
LARE'S GARDEN SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1103799 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 400 8326
CHEVEZ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1100409 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 205 0059
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.
