Reliable Commercial Fencing in Berkeley, CA 94704 - Mazingira Landscape and Design

Local Business Description

Mazingira Landscape and Design, owned by Hamad Juma Hamad, offers eco-friendly landscaping and fence services in Berkeley. Hamad, originally from Zanzibar, Tanzania, developed a passion for the environment early, founding a conservation club as a teen. After moving to the U.S. in 2005, he earned a certificate in Environmental Horticulture and obtained his C27 landscaping contractor license. The company name, Mazingira, means 'environment' in Swahili, reflecting its commitment to sustainable practices. Mazingira uses electric tools and organic methods, specializing in California native and low-water gardens. Services include landscape design, installation of patios, paths, fences, retaining walls, and irrigation systems, as well as regular maintenance. For Berkeley homeowners, common issues like privacy fence panel damage or cracking are addressed with durable materials and expert repair, painting, or replacement. The company serves neighborhoods including Elmwood, North Berkeley, and areas near UC Berkeley and Tilden Regional Park.