Landscaping contractors in Santa Rosa by the numbers
Santa Rosa is home to 114 licensed landscaping contractors (C-27, CSLB September 2026) — #9 in California, about 6% of the 2,058 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in Sonoma County: Petaluma (71), Sonoma (32), Windsor (28), Sebastopol (27).
21% of Santa Rosa's C-27 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (6%), D-49 D49 (4%). Extra classifications can change how carriers rate your general liability and workers' comp, so list every license class when you quote.
Business structure: 59% sole owners, 29% corporations, 11% LLCs; median time licensed 9.3 years.
What carriers look at
For landscapers, underwriters focus first on: thrown debris from mowers and blowers hitting cars and windows; and damage to underground utilities and irrigation during trenching. See the full coverage guide for landscaping contractors for limits, endorsements and workers' comp rules.
Get a quote
Asena Capital Insurance Services compares multiple markets for Santa Rosa contractors and requests additional insured endorsements for you when a contract calls for them. Call (858) 925-9555 or request a quote — only your name, phone and email are required. CA License #6008596.
Frequently asked questions
How many licensed landscaping contractors are in Santa Rosa?
114 active C-27 licenses have a business address in Santa Rosa (CSLB, September 2026); 57% carry workers' comp and 39% are filed exempt.
Do C-27 landscapers need workers' comp?
If you have employees, yes. Solo C-27 operators can currently file an exemption; beginning January 1, 2028, CSLB will require workers' comp for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures. Tree service (C-61/D-49) already requires it.