CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SOLANA BEACH, CA
10 verified contractors · 6 carry active workers' comp · Average 16 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SOLANA BEACH means looking beyond reviews. Of the 10 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SOLANA BEACH, 6 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 4 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SOLANA BEACH
SOLANA BEACH 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.
10 Licensed Landscapers in SOLANA BEACH
D G LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1999 · 27 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #763959 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 672 8873
KACKSTETTER CY RICHARD
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #792648 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(619) 208 2211
SOLANA MAR
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #790938 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 755 0424
M C A LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2009 · 17 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #931185 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 803 7832
NORTH COAST BACKFLOW
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1983 · 43 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #433439 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 942 7547
ULTIMATE XSCAPES POOL & SPA
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 19 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #886752 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 717 2815
CLEAR WATER LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2018 · 7 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1046721 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(760) 547 6713
SHIRO BUILDERS GROUP INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1155468 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(818) 212 0250
EN LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2023 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · San Diego County
License #1111923 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 280 6427
ELITE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Diego County
License #1126398 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(858) 353 4888
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SOLANA BEACH
Some SOLANA BEACH landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 1 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 1 also hold D35 (D35)
- 1 also hold D64 (D64)
SOLANA BEACH Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 10 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 6 (60%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 4 (40%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 6 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 16.6 years
- Longest-established contractor: 43 years (licensed 1983)
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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 SOLANA BEACH work year-round?
Yes. SOLANA BEACH 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.
