CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in SUTTER CREEK, CA
4 verified contractors · 1 carry active workers' comp · Average 20 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in SUTTER CREEK means looking beyond reviews. Of the 4 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in SUTTER CREEK, 1 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 0 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in SUTTER CREEK
SUTTER CREEK 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.
4 Licensed Landscapers in SUTTER CREEK
HANSCH PAUL LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1979 · 46 years in business
Sole Owner · Amador County
License #382992 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 296 4071
TAYLOR LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2006 · 20 years in business
Sole Owner · Amador County
License #879167 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 304 7100
GRADY LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2014 · 11 years in business
Sole Owner · Amador County
License #994156 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(530) 350 5129
LOPEZ LANDSCAPE SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2020 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Amador County
License #1064496 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(209) 304 4372
SUTTER CREEK Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 4 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 1 (25%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 0 (0%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 3 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 20.8 years
- Longest-established contractor: 46 years (licensed 1979)
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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 SUTTER CREEK winterize irrigation systems?
Yes. SUTTER CREEK 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.
