CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN RAFAEL, CA
71 verified contractors · 48 with active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated August 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SAN RAFAEL means looking beyond reviews. Of the 71 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SAN RAFAEL, 48 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 33 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SAN RAFAEL
SAN RAFAEL 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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71 Licensed Landscapers in SAN RAFAEL
Moliver Landscape
Licensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #616772
Status: CLEAR ✓
Marion Landscaping
Licensed 1993 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #670972
Status: CLEAR ✓
Forster & Kroeger Landscape Maintenance Inc
Licensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #748791
Status: CLEAR ✓
Felix Landscape
Licensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #831295
Status: CLEAR ✓
Yardwork Landscaping
Licensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #898385
Status: CLEAR ✓
S & S Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #954634
Status: CLEAR ✓
Nelson Painting
Licensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #967233
Status: CLEAR ✓
The Backyard Farm Company Inc
Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #995298
Status: CLEAR ✓
Monarch Gardens
Licensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1058050
Status: CLEAR ✓
Lucio Landscape Construction,inc.
Licensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1105686
Status: CLEAR ✓
Green Bay By Hernandez Landscaping Co
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1116947
Status: CLEAR ✓
Doty Karen Garden Designs
Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1089158
Status: CLEAR ✓
Bauman Landscape And Construction Inc
Licensed 1979 · 47 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #372478
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 447 4800
License valid through Jun 2028
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
Online since 2001
Zuk Marina Faye
Licensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #438167
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 898 9444
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Hanford Applied Restoration & Conservation
Licensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #461167
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 258 6876
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2000
Donlan Landscape Contractors
Licensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #578041
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 435 0041
License valid through Sep 2027
$25,000 bond · Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Online since 2020
Bartlett Tree Experts
Licensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #678496
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 472 8640
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Fidelity And Deposit Company Of Maryland
Online since 1995
Green Hand Landscaping
Licensed 1995 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #705047
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 726 8686
License valid through Apr 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Online since 2025
Erdmann David Landscape Services
Licensed 1997 · 28 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #741692
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 407 9431
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company
daviderdmannlandscape@gmail.com
Online since 2010
Hurricane Hauling & Demolition Inc
Licensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #746531
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 456 3407
License valid through Apr 2028
$25,000 bond · Ohio Casualty Insurance Company (The)
Online since 2002
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SAN RAFAEL
Some SAN RAFAEL landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 3 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 6 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold C21 (C21)
- 1 also hold Painting (C33)
SAN RAFAEL Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 71 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 48 (68%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 33 (46%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 42 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 15.3 years
- Longest-established contractor: 47 years (licensed 1978)
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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 RAFAEL?
SAN RAFAEL'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.