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
YARDWORK LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #898385 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 380 8362
G & R LANDSCAPING CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #928354 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 455 8933
C K WATER SYSTEMS & LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #929815 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(925) 395 3103
S & S LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #954634 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 454 8290
E V SOLUTIONS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #958124 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 261 1974
NELSON PAINTING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #967233 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 368 2164
BORTOLUSSI & WATKIN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 14 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #962905 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 453 4675
GARTH'S GARDENS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 12 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #990373 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 505 7034
D W S LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #996945 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 740 7338
OSPITAL LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1012609 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(707) 762 6852
G LANDSCAPE DIVISION LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Limited Liability · Marin County
License #1005347 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 444 0573
OVELLE IRRIGATION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #614252 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 250 3165
MC KENZIE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #766548 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 613 2784
EFRAIN'S LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #785310 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 827 2151
FARRELL'S LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 23 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #818937 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 456 8131
GONZALEZ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #866183 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(707) 529 5141
MYSTICAL LANDSCAPES INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #867549 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 455 9161
FARIAS GARDEN SERVICE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #913810 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 385 3987
MESA LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #953266 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 271 3990
ORGANIC GARDEN SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #980762 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 482 0184
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.
