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
MACY LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1017814 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 451 2805
JASSO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1036513 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 698 9108
REGENERATIVE LANDSCAPE ALLIANCE LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 8 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Barbara County
License #1029055 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 564 4943
SIERRA LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1053604 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 636 1154
LIFESOURCE PROJECT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1046404 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 462 7656
PLACE OF BIRDS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #1049899 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 451 5727
OLD COAST LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #1056000 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 689 1064
CHANNEL ISLANDS LANDSCAPE RESTORATION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1056865 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 448 5726
MOUNTAIN VIEW LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Barbara County
License #1055817 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 448 3524
MAYAN LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Partnership · Santa Barbara County
License #1072462 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 277 7355
HATCHER LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1074217 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 319 5786
GROUNDED LANDWORKS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 5 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1068336 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 575 7966
BURNING STONE CONSTRUCTION INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1088733 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 705 5474
LANDLORDE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Limited Liability · Santa Barbara County
License #1085018 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 618 4547
R M J LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1080667 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 967 5751
ARTISTRY LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1101297 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 319 6335
LA ROSSA LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1100906 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 895 9818
ESSENTIAL LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 3 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1101189 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 699 1865
FAMILY TREE & GARDEN INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Corporation · Santa Barbara County
License #1116904 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 698 6303
D L C LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Santa Barbara County
License #1110277 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 743 7828
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.
