How many C27 landscaping contractors are licensed in California?

California has 13,203 contractors with a C27 (Landscaping) license from the Contractors State License Board. 12,331 (93%) hold active licenses. SiteVetter's C27 license lookup checks each against SAM.gov, OSHA, DOL, and EPA databases.

What does a C27 license cover in California?

A California C27 license covers landscaping contractors for outdoor spaces, irrigation, and hardscaping. Any contractor performing landscaping work valued at $500 or more must hold this license. The CSLB issues and regulates all contractor licenses in the state.

What percentage of landscaping contractors have federal violations?

0.9% of California landscaping contractors (123 out of 13,203) have at least one record in federal databases. These include SAM.gov debarments, DOL wage violations, OSHA safety citations, and EPA environmental violations.

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C27 Landscaping Contractor License Lookup

Use this page when you need a California C27 license lookup, a list of licensed landscaping contractors, or a quick screen before assigning landscaping work to a sub. Each row links to a contractor profile with CSLB status, workers' comp, bond, federal records, and permit checks.

California has 13,203 CSLB C27 license records for landscaping contractors. 93% currently hold active licenses and 0.9% have at least one federal compliance record. SiteVetter checks CSLB status, SAM.gov debarment, DOL wage violations, OSHA safety citations, EPA environmental records, and building permits in seconds.

What to Check for C27 Landscaping Contractors

Check for C-27 specialty certification (irrigation, hardscape, arborist work)
Request a detailed plan with plant species and irrigation design
Verify they carry coverage for tree work and heavy equipment
Check federal databases: SAM.gov, OSHA, DOL, and EPA records
Confirm bond: California requires $25,000+ contractor bond (SB 607)

Why Federal Records Matter for Landscaping Work

For landscaping work, 0.9% of licensed contractors have federal records that a standard CSLB license check would not reveal. SiteVetter's 6-source lookup gives GCs a faster way to compare subs before bid award, onboarding, or renewal review.

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CSLB C27 License Scope

C27 Landscaping Contractor License Records

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What to Check for C27 Landscaping Contractors

Why Federal Records Matter for Landscaping Work