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
M J Landscaping
Licensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1087049
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 730 9714
License valid through Feb 2028
$25,000 bond · Hudson Insurance Company
Online since 2016
Winarske Sarah Garden Design
Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1095861
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 706 1682
License valid through Aug 2026 · expiring soon
$25,000 bond · Platte River Insurance Company
Signor Landscape
Licensed 2022 · 3 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1098081
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 305 7472
License valid through Oct 2026
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Belmon Landscape Inc
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1120837
Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 706 4457
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
G Bros Landscape Inc
Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1109543
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 504 5856
License valid through Aug 2027
$25,000 bond · Western Surety Company
Online since 2024
Lucio Landscaping Services Inc
Licensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1120450
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 717 9509
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Luis Jose Landscaping Inc
Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1107105
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 902 3830
License valid through Jul 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Lemas Landscaping Corporation
Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1138766
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 879 7679
License valid through Jun 2027
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Teodulo Landscaping
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Marin County
License #1144887
Status: CLEAR ✓
(707) 343 6684
License valid through Oct 2027
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
A1 Bayarea Landscape Inc
Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Marin County
License #1154420
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 717 9509
License valid through May 2028
$25,000 bond · American Contractors Indemnity Company
Boltwest LLC
Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · Marin County
License #1147475
Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 917 0075
License valid through Dec 2027
$25,000 bond · Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company
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.