Landscapers in
Santa Rosa, CA
18 landscapers listed in Santa Rosa
Landscaping professionals in Santa Rosa create stunning outdoor spaces with services including lawn installation, hardscaping, irrigation, and garden design. Find experienced landscapers who understand Santa Rosa's local climate and soil conditions.
Landscapers in Santa Rosa at a glance
- 18 landscapers are listed in Santa Rosa, CA on Ratedeed.
- 16 of the 16 listings shown here include a phone number you can call directly.
- Listings cover 8 ZIP codes in and around Santa Rosa: 95401, 95402, 95403, 95404, 95405, 95407, 95409, 95472.
Landscapers elsewhere in California: San Diego (124), Sacramento (88), Fresno (53), Bakersfield (49), Santa Barbara (46), San Jose (43)
Homes and landscapers in Santa Rosa: the local numbers
Housing in Santa Rosa
- Santa Rosa has about 71,382 homes (housing units).
- The typical (median) home was built in 1980, 4 years newer than the California median of 1976.
- 50% of homes were built before 1980 and 17% before 1960; 9% were built in 2010 or later.
- The median value of an owner-occupied home is $713,900.
- 57% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and 43% are rented.
- 58% of homes are single-family detached houses.
- The most common heating fuel is natural gas from a utility (68% of homes), followed by electricity (27%).
- The median home has 5 rooms.
- Median gross rent is $2,152 a month.
58% of Santa Rosa's homes are single-family detached houses, the homes most likely to have their own yard to maintain.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates (Santa Rosa, CA).
Landscapers workforce in the Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA area
- Median hourly wage
- $22.47
- People employed
- 2,740
- In the Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA metro area, landscaping and groundskeeping workers earned a median of $22.47 an hour ($46,740 a year) in May 2025, and the middle 80% earned $18.91–$29.78.
- About 2,740 people work in this occupation in the metro area.
- That is a higher share of local jobs than the national average (location quotient 2.18).
- These are what workers earn, not what landscapers charge: a contractor's hourly rate also covers insurance, licensing, vehicles, overhead and profit.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers).
Climate in Santa Rosa and what it means for landscapers
- The average temperature in Santa Rosa is 58°F; summer afternoons average 83°F and winter nights 37°F.
- It gets about 36 inches of precipitation a year.
- There are about 26 nights a year at or below freezing and about 29 days at 90°F or hotter.
- It is a heating-dominated climate: about 3,057 heating degree days a year against 373 cooling degree days.
Source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, Santa Rosa Sonoma CO Airport station USW00023213 (9 km from the city centre).
Top Landscapers in Santa Rosa
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Licensing and consumer protection in California
Check that any landscaper you hire is licensed and insured before you sign a contract or pay a deposit.
Who regulates this trade
California Contractors State License Board (CSLB)
Verify a licence on the official register →Insurance and workers' compensation
$1 million general liability minimum. Workers' compensation is mandatory for any contractor with employees. Bond of $25,000 required for licensure (increased under SB 607).
Mechanic's lien protection
California has one of the strictest lien regimes in the country. Preliminary 20-day notices must be sent within 20 days of starting work. Mechanics liens must be filed within 90 days after project completion (or 60 days after a notice of completion is recorded). Unpaid subcontractors and suppliers can place liens on your property even if you've paid your general contractor in full. Always collect lien waivers from all parties before making final payment.
What catches homeowners out in California
California's CSLB license verification is critical — always check a contractor's license number at cslb.ca.gov and confirm it is active and in good standing. California law requires a $25,000 contractor surety bond on every licensed contractor as a consumer protection backstop. For projects over $1,000 (labor and materials combined under Business & Professions Code § 7048), a valid CSLB license is legally required. Unlicensed contractors face criminal misdemeanor charges, and homeowners who hire them forfeit key statutory protections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about hiring contractors
How much do landscapers earn in the Santa Rosa area?
In the Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA metro area, landscaping and groundskeeping workers earned a median of $22.47 an hour ($46,740 a year) in May 2025, and the middle 80% earned $18.91–$29.78. About 2,740 people work in this occupation in the metro area. That is a higher share of local jobs than the national average (location quotient 2.18). These are what workers earn, not what landscapers charge: a contractor's hourly rate also covers insurance, licensing, vehicles, overhead and profit. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How old are homes in Santa Rosa?
The typical home in Santa Rosa was built in 1980, and 50% of homes were built before 1980. The median owner-occupied home is worth $713,900. 58% of Santa Rosa's homes are single-family detached houses, the homes most likely to have their own yard to maintain. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.
How much does landscaping cost in Santa Rosa?
Landscaping costs in Santa Rosa range from $50–$150 per visit for basic maintenance to $2,500–$12,000+ for comprehensive design and plantings. Hardscaping projects tend to be the most expensive.
What landscaping services are available in Santa Rosa?
Santa Rosa homeowners have access to a wide range of landscaping services including lawn installation and maintenance, tree and shrub planting, irrigation systems, hardscaping (patios, walkways, retaining walls), outdoor lighting, landscape design, and seasonal cleanup. Many contractors in Santa Rosa also offer specialized services like drainage solutions, sod installation, and xeriscaping.
Do I need a permit for landscaping in Santa Rosa, CA?
Most basic landscaping in Santa Rosa doesn't require a permit, but projects involving retaining walls over a certain height, irrigation systems connected to city water, grading that affects drainage, or tree removal may require permits. Contact the Santa Rosa building department for permit requirements. Check with your local building department before starting any major landscaping project in Santa Rosa.
How do I find a landscaper near Santa Rosa?
On Ratedeed, you can browse landscapers serving Santa Rosa who specialize in everything from lawn maintenance to complete outdoor transformations. Look for professionals experienced with Santa Rosa's local climate and soil conditions. Read reviews from other Santa Rosa homeowners, request free quotes, and ask for photos of completed projects in the area.
What plants grow best in Santa Rosa's climate?
The best plants for Santa Rosa depend on your specific location, sun exposure, and soil type. Local nurseries and landscapers familiar with Santa Rosa's climate can recommend native and adapted species that thrive with minimal maintenance.
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