CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SANTA ANA, CA
133 verified contractors · 85 carry active workers' comp · Average 13 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SANTA ANA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 133 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SANTA ANA, 85 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 85 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SANTA ANA
SANTA ANA sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35–40°F and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States — a near-endless growing season, but also near-endless water demand. Experienced contractors here design around California's water restrictions, favor Mediterranean and drought-adapted species, and build irrigation systems calibrated for year-round operation. The absence of frost also means pest and disease pressure never resets — a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
133 Licensed Landscapers in SANTA ANA
RELENTLESS LAND CARE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #994391 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 486 1407
SAM CAST LANDSCAPE & SERVICE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1001584 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 231 0084
KING NEPTUNE LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #1010744 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 200 8115
MESA VERDE LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #1010697 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(949) 933 7148
ZINTZUN JOSE A
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1976 · 50 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #319461 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 404 4371
WATERSTONE LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1977 · 49 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #336269 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 925 8696
SITE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1989 · 37 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #557628 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 717 4042
BARZ LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #579882 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 335 0692
CALIFORNIA LANDCARE
No Active WCLicensed 1992 · 33 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #658456 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 850 1028
VISTA LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1994 · 31 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #695315 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 549 1482
HOMESKAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1996 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #721753 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 315 3036
PALMQUIST DAVID E
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1996 · 30 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #723656 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 308 2379
GREENSCAPES MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1996 · 29 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #726743 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 835 6088
BEST LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1998 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #757068 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(626) 864 0763
MERCHANTS LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC
No Active WCLicensed 1999 · 26 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #765658 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(800) 645 4881
EARTHCO
No Active WCLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #823185 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 571 0455
CONSTRUCTION SERVICE WEST
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2004 · 21 years in business
Sole Owner · Orange County
License #849439 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 788 6642
ENVIRONMENTAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #855572 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 290 2919
SILVER CREST LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #874300 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 454 5489
CALIFORNIA CONSTRUCTION & REGLAZE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Orange County
License #917827 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(714) 654 6697
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SANTA ANA
Some SANTA ANA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 14 also hold General Building (B)
- 3 also hold Masonry (C29)
- 6 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 3 also hold Synthetic Products (D12)
- 21 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SANTA ANA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 133 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 85 (64%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 85 (64%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 67 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 13.0 years
- Longest-established contractor: 50 years (licensed 1976)
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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.
Do landscapers in SANTA ANA work year-round?
Yes. SANTA ANA sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year — though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.
