CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN MATEO, CA
47 verified contractors · 26 with active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated August 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.
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47 Licensed Landscapers in SAN MATEO
Lare's Garden Services
Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1103799
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 400 8326
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Chevez Landscaping
Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1100409
Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 205 0059
License valid through Jan 2028
$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Green Terrace Landscape
Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1111646
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 773 0283
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Eximius Landscaping
Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1108678
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 863 9995
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Online since 2014
Pulido's Gardening
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1140223
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 307 8991
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Thriving Gardens
Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #1154257
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 679 3562
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2018
Green Leaf Landscaping & Maintenance
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1146718
Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 315 3913
License valid through Nov 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
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.