CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SOUTH GATE, CA
8 verified contractors · 2 carry active workers' comp · Average 9 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SOUTH GATE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 8 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SOUTH GATE, 2 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 3 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SOUTH GATE
SOUTH GATE 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.
8 Licensed Landscapers in SOUTH GATE
UNITED PACIFIC SERVICES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2001 · 25 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #790590 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(562) 691 4600
CAMBERO LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION SERVICES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2000 · 25 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #786584 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 816 3018
C M E LANDSCAPE CORP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2021 · 4 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1079157 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(562) 419 2758
PEREZ LANDSCAPE DESIGN
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2016 · 9 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1021271 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 717 7598
SO CAL BUILDER AND CONSTRUCTION
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2018 · 8 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1038201 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(562) 818 5679
KENNETH RODRIGUEZ
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1138229 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 631 4269
MEGASCAPE INC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 1 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1137920 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 614 3265
WELL ROOTED LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2025 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #1142691 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(323) 422 8242
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in SOUTH GATE
Some SOUTH GATE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 1 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold C49 (C49)
- 1 also hold Tree Service (D49)
SOUTH GATE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 8 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 2 (25%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 3 (38%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 2 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 9.1 years
- Longest-established contractor: 25 years (licensed 2000)
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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 SOUTH GATE work year-round?
Yes. SOUTH GATE 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.
