CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SANTA BARBARA, CA
111 verified contractors · 71 carry active workers' comp · Average 16 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SANTA BARBARA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 111 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SANTA BARBARA, 71 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 59 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SANTA BARBARA
SANTA BARBARA 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.
111 Licensed Landscapers in SANTA BARBARA
CHASE DAVID CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #797029 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 451 1461
BELLA VISTA LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #803510 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 698 1047
ROBINSON TRACE IEST LANDSCAPE DESIGNER INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #804200 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 448 3807
VERDUZCO LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 23 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #819477 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 452 3394
H20 IRRIGATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 23 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #819867 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 252 8192
SIERRA LANDSCAPE DESIGNS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #822540 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 824 0610
WILSON ENVIRONMENTAL CONTRACTING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 21 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #852402 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 957 4729
NESHEIM LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #906582 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 220 6454
GOSNELL LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #911961 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 967 8733
TERRACOTTA LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #913979 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 252 0582
BREATHTAKING LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #914831 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 884 4788
SORIANO ELADIO LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 17 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #918247 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 453 6009
JAIMES LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2010 · 15 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #952614 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 689 1924
BLUE AGAVE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2012 · 14 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #971703 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 886 2540
CORNERSTONE LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #981692 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 705 8023
VALENCIA TREE & LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #986616 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 965 4244
ALLSCAPE DESIGN & INSTALLATION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #996580 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 441 9774
CLEARVIEW LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #995590 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 964 8635
PEREZ LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #993984 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 965 3735
FARRELL ASHLEY LANDSCAPE DESIGN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1005704 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 826 3802
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SANTA BARBARA
Some SANTA BARBARA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 4 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 11 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold Masonry (C29)
- 3 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 4 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SANTA BARBARA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 111 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 71 (64%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 59 (53%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 64 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 16.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 56 years (licensed 1970)
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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 BARBARA work year-round?
Yes. SANTA BARBARA 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.
