CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SONORA, CA
13 verified contractors · 7 carry active workers' comp · Average 6 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SONORA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 13 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SONORA, 7 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 7 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SONORA
SONORA sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9a, with winter minimums of 20–25°F. Cooler than most of coastal California, Zone 9a sees real frost and occasional freeze events that drive plant selection and irrigation strategy. Contractors need to understand which ornamentals will die back and which will be damaged outright, and irrigation systems need reliable winterization. The upside: Zone 9a supports a wider range of temperate species than warmer zones, giving experienced designers more to work with.
13 Licensed Landscapers in SONORA
C C F G CONSTRUCTION
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2011 · 15 years in business
Corporation · Tuolumne County
License #959915 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 743 4911
JBS LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Tuolumne County
License #998368 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 536 1145
ALLEY TREE AND LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Tuolumne County
License #1005909 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 352 7920
M J 2 LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2016 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Tuolumne County
License #1012486 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 743 6809
SANTAY
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Tuolumne County
License #821637 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(510) 461 0424
SEMSEN JOHN LANDSCAPING CO INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2017 · 9 years in business
Corporation · Tuolumne County
License #1024425 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 743 6809
S B LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2024 · 2 years in business
Sole Owner · Tuolumne County
License #1115125 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 872 1259
JAMES MICHAEL LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2022 · 4 years in business
Sole Owner · Tuolumne County
License #1092598 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 454 9676
MOOTASTIC LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Tuolumne County
License #1126255 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 347 2352
NORTH FORK LANDSCAPING LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · Tuolumne County
License #1147306 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(916) 532 9535
J RIVERA'S LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Tuolumne County
License #1149054 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 716 3060
CCFG ELECTRIC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Tuolumne County
License #1149280 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 743 4911
SIERRA LANDSCAPE LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · Tuolumne County
License #1140494 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 588 3083
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SONORA
Some SONORA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 3 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 2 also hold Electrical (C10)
- 2 also hold C31 (C31)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SONORA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 13 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 7 (54%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 7 (54%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 5 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 6.5 years
- Longest-established contractor: 22 years (licensed 2003)
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 SONORA winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. SONORA sees a real frost season, so experienced contractors schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost and choose cold-hardy plant material rated for the local winter lows.
