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
THE BACKYARD FARM COMPANY INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #995298 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 747 9006
REYES LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1024390 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 747 8633
VICTORY GARDENS LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1031653 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 524 5510
PACIFIC GARDEN ARTISTRY LANDSCAPING LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Limited Liability · Marin County
License #1049927 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 244 9744
ONE AT A TIME LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1059067 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 961 9141
MONARCH GARDENS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1058050 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 453 5544
GARCIA BRO LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1063448 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 577 0307
DESIGN & SOLUTIONS LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1076130 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 572 5162
APEX OUTDOOR LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1094039 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 755 8345
LUCIO LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION,INC.
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1105686 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 827 6421
LOZANO CONSTRUCTION GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1107938 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 331 5057
GREEN BAY BY HERNANDEZ LANDSCAPING CO
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1116947 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 499 2976
MHA CREATIVE LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1125879 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 747 4822
PRIME MASTER LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1150113 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 532 9429
CIFUENTES LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1149876 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 235 6648
LANE J RIDER-WATERWIZARD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1978 · 47 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #360475 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 717 4793
MODERN DESIGN BUILD
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1049942 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 747 8633
MTM LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1048227 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 250 0849
CK WATER SYSTEMS AND LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1067489 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(888) 326 9273
DOTY KAREN GARDEN DESIGNS
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1089158 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 246 3927
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.
