CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA
7 verified contractors · 5 carry active workers' comp · Average 19 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO means looking beyond reviews. Of the 7 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, 5 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 SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 10a, with minimum temperatures of 30–35°F. Zone 10a sits at the edge of frost risk — rare but possible, meaning irrigation systems need winterization readiness even if they rarely need it. The mild climate supports an enormous range of plant material, but summer fog patterns, coastal wind exposure, and microclimate variation within a single neighborhood can dramatically change what thrives. Local experience matters here more than in more uniform climates.
7 Licensed Landscapers in SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
TERRA FERMA LANDSCAPES INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1995 · 31 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #706277 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 952 5659
GARDEN ROUTE COMPANY THE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #833753 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 583 3449
GLOBAL SUN LANDSCAPE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · San Mateo County
License #869130 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 868 5613
CURTIS EDWARD DENNISON LANDSCAPE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #899152 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 731 4668
ROMERO LANDSCAPING A PARTNERSHIP
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 27 years in business
Partnership · San Mateo County
License #753342 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 218 5528
BELL'S & BIDDLE LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2005 · 20 years in business
Partnership · San Mateo County
License #866708 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(650) 834 0526
WANTED LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2024 · 1 years in business
Corporation · San Mateo County
License #1129534 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(415) 914 3529
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 7 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 5 (71%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 4 (57%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 6 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 19.9 years
- Longest-established contractor: 31 years (licensed 1995)
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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.
How does coastal fog affect landscaping choices in SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO?
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO's summer fog and microclimate variation change what thrives block to block. Contractors with local experience choose plant material and irrigation schedules matched to your specific exposure rather than a generic plan.
