CSLB-Verified · California
Licensed Landscaping Contractors in VENTURA, CA
45 verified contractors · 28 carry active workers' comp · Average 18 years in business · Updated June 2026
Finding a reliable landscaping contractor in VENTURA means looking beyond reviews. Of the 45 CSLB-licensed contractors operating in VENTURA, 28 carry active workers' compensation insurance — meaning they can legally employ a crew on your property. 23 hold a Corporation or LLC structure, typically carrying stronger liability coverage than sole proprietors.
Climate & Hardiness in VENTURA
VENTURA 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.
45 Licensed Landscapers in VENTURA
JOSE ARMANDO MARTINEZ DE JESUS
Workers' Comp ActiveLicensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #1151610 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 414 1524
OUTLAW LANDSCAPING
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #1148788 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 645 0610
D & D BAJA LANDSCAPE
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Corporation · Ventura County
License #1148739 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 822 4063
ZAMORA LANDSCAPING LLC
WC Exempt (Sole Owner)Licensed 2026 · 0 years in business
Limited Liability · Ventura County
License #1152378 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 861 4112
PRISTINE LANDSCAPES
No Active WCLicensed 2019 · 6 years in business
Sole Owner · Ventura County
License #1061642 · Status: CLEAR ✓
(805) 509 6031
Beyond Landscaping: Specialty Licenses in VENTURA
Some VENTURA landscapers also hold additional CSLB classifications — useful when a project spans trades like drainage, concrete, or pools.
- 4 also hold General Engineering (A)
- 6 also hold General Building (B)
- 2 also hold Concrete (C-8)
- 1 also hold Earthwork & Paving (C12)
- 2 also hold Tree Service (D49)
VENTURA Landscaping Market at a Glance
- 45 contractors hold a current, clear CSLB C-27 landscaping license
- 28 (62%) carry active workers' compensation insurance
- 23 (51%) are incorporated (Corporation or LLC)
- 27 have been licensed for 10 or more years
- Average time in business: 18.2 years
- Longest-established contractor: 63 years (licensed 1962)
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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 VENTURA?
VENTURA'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.
