CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SAN RAFAEL, CA
71 verified contractors · 48 carry active workers' comp · Average 15 years in business · Updated June 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.
71 Licensed Landscapers in SAN RAFAEL
BAUMAN LANDSCAPE AND CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1979 · 47 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #372478 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 447 4800
ZUK MARINA FAYE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #438167 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 898 9444
HANFORD APPLIED RESTORATION & CONSERVATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1984 · 41 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #461167 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 258 6876
DONLAN LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #578041 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 435 0041
MOLIVER LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #616772 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 250 8646
MARION LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1993 · 33 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #670972 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 310 5928
BARTLETT TREE EXPERTS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1993 · 32 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #678496 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 472 8640
GREEN HAND LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1995 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #705047 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 726 8686
ERDMANN DAVID LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1997 · 28 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #741692 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 407 9431
HURRICANE HAULING & DEMOLITION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #746531 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 456 3407
FORSTER & KROEGER LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #748791 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 456 6684
GARDENS & GABLES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2000 · 26 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #779218 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 499 0331
ARTISTIC LICENSE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #794047 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 716 6753
UNIQUE LAND CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 23 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #814850 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(707) 318 5246
CAFFREY LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #827226 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 279 8469
FELIX LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #831295 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 847 2824
FERNANDEZ MANUEL LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #854064 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 606 2272
CAMPOS RAUL LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #861568 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 221 8544
GARCIA'S LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #894818 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 453 6064
BETTER THAN REAL ARTIFICIAL GRASS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #897534 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 485 9231
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.
