CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in TORRANCE, CA
39 verified contractors · 28 carry active workers' comp · Average 19 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in TORRANCE means looking beyond reviews. Of the 39 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in TORRANCE, 28 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 24 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in TORRANCE
TORRANCE 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.
39 Licensed Landscapers in TORRANCE
YANASE LANDSCAPING
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1973 · 52 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #286357 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 782 4575
ASAHI FANCY KOI INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1976 · 50 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #315642 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 993 8115
AMERICAN GARDENS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1989 · 36 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #582468 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 523 4678
CAM SERVICES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1996 · 30 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #721401 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(800) 576 3050
NISHIDA LANDSCAPE CONSULTANTS INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 28 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #750627 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 938 6452
EARTH DESIGN LLC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1998 · 27 years in business
Limited Liability · Los Angeles County
License #752789 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 566 8945
DREAMWORK LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2002 · 24 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #808379 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(866) 373 2696
Z 24 LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2004 · 22 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #836146 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 831 6132
AVENUE 2 LANDSCAPES
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2003 · 22 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #827728 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 561 5052
FINLEY'S TREE & LANDCARE INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #897701 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 326 9818
F J R LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 19 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #898276 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 642 3502
EARTHTEK BUILDERS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2008 · 18 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #917846 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 720 0404
INNER GARDENS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2007 · 18 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #899260 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 413 5579
ASAHI GARDENS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 13 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #983715 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 534 5058
SIMMS GREG DESIGNS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2013 · 12 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #988526 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 626 3652
SPECTRUM FACILITY MAINTENANCE
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 11 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1004337 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(424) 285 6143
VIDA VERDE LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2015 · 10 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #1006774 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 951 3622
NAKAMARU HENRY K
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1974 · 51 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #299632 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 995 9702
LIVING COLOR LANDSCAPES
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 1987 · 38 years in business
Sole Owner · Los Angeles County
License #513753 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 429 1128
KANE'S LANDSCAPING INC
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 1991 · 35 years in business
Corporation · Los Angeles County
License #612210 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(310) 809 8371
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in TORRANCE
Some TORRANCE landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 2 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 6 also hold General Building (B)
- 1 also hold Earthwork & Paving (C12)
- 2 also hold Swimming Pool (C53)
- 4 also hold Tree Service (D49)
TORRANCE Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 39 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 28 (72%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 24 (62%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 27 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 19.4 years
- Longest-established contractor: 52 years (licensed 1973)
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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 TORRANCE work year-round?
Yes. TORRANCE 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.
