CSLB-Verified ยท California
Licensed Landscapers in Santa Barbara County, CA
266 verified contractors ยท 158 with active workers' comp ยท Average 15 years in business ยท Updated August 2026
Across Santa Barbara County, 266 CSLB-licensed landscaping contractors operate spanning 8 cities. 158 carry active workers' compensation insurance, and 150 have held their license 10+ years โ every record verifiable on cslb.ca.gov.
Climate & Hardiness Across Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10b, with minimum temperatures of 35โ40ยฐF and no meaningful frost season. Zone 10b is one of the most favorable climates for landscaping in the United States โ 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 โ a contractor who understands Zone 10b biology is worth asking about.
Cities in Santa Barbara County
Top-Verified Contractors in Santa Barbara County
Premier Fence Co
Licensed 1981 ยท 45 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Santa Barbara County
License #400726
Status: CLEAR โ
Cicileo Landscapes Inc
Licensed 1987 ยท 38 years in business
Corporation ยท Santa Barbara County
License #518485
Status: CLEAR โ
Nydam Landscape
Licensed 1992 ยท 33 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Santa Barbara County
License #661265
Status: CLEAR โ
Antonio's Landscaping
Licensed 1992 ยท 33 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Santa Barbara County
License #652746
Status: CLEAR โ
Celadon Designs Inc
Licensed 1995 ยท 30 years in business
Corporation ยท Santa Barbara County
License #712717
Status: CLEAR โ
Miranda's Landscaping Inc
Licensed 1996 ยท 29 years in business
Corporation ยท Santa Barbara County
License #728205
Status: CLEAR โ
Greenkeeper
Licensed 2001 ยท 25 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Santa Barbara County
License #793567
Status: CLEAR โ
Chase David Construction Inc
Licensed 2001 ยท 24 years in business
Corporation ยท Santa Barbara County
License #797029
Status: CLEAR โ
Groundworks Landscape Co
Licensed 2004 ยท 22 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Santa Barbara County
License #835313
Status: CLEAR โ
Rodriguez Landscape
Licensed 2005 ยท 20 years in business
Sole Owner ยท Santa Barbara County
License #867037
Status: CLEAR โ
Breathtaking Landscaping
Licensed 2008 ยท 18 years in business
Corporation ยท Santa Barbara County
License #914831
Status: CLEAR โ
Pulido Landscape
Licensed 2008 ยท 18 years in business
Partnership ยท Santa Barbara County
License #916339
Status: CLEAR โ
Santa Barbara County Landscapers by Specialty
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 โ 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 Barbara County work year-round?
Yes. Santa Barbara County sits in a near frost-free zone, so planting, irrigation work, and maintenance run every month of the year โ though water-efficient design still matters under California's conservation rules.