Cost-Plus Transparency • 3D Design & Planning • Full-Service Project Management
Carrollwood homeowners choose The Backyard Company when they want a thoughtfully designed backyard that complements established homes, mature landscaping, and the character of their neighborhood.
From Original Carrollwood and Carrollwood Village to surrounding communities, our cost-plus construction model removes inflated pricing and gives homeowners full visibility into where every dollar goes.
Every Carrollwood project starts with a detailed 3D design, a clear and realistic budget, and a construction plan tailored to older lot layouts, drainage conditions, and Hillsborough County permitting requirements.
Visualize your backyard with full 3D renderings, engineer-ready plans, and complete permit preparation for Carrollwood properties.
3D designs suited for mature Carrollwood homes and larger yards
Measurements accounting for older property lines and trees
Finish selections that blend with classic Carrollwood styles
Equipment locations planned around existing structures
Optional HOA support for Carrollwood Village
Permit-ready engineering for Hillsborough County
Transparent budget planning based on real contractor pricing
Revisions included for integration with existing outdoor spaces
A transparent building process where you see real costs, avoid contractor markups, and get superior craftsmanship.
Equipment packages for shaded and tree-heavy lots
Decking solutions that blend with existing patios
Shotcrete builds for older soil and irrigation setups
Cost-plus transparency with no contractor markups
Hillsborough County permit + inspection support
Weekly progress updates
Integration with screen rooms or older pool decks
Perfectly designed outdoor kitchens, patios, and entertaining spaces that feel like a natural extension of your Carrollwood home.
Outdoor kitchen concepts designed for classic Carrollwood homes
3D layouts adapted to mature landscaping and larger yards
Appliance + finishes chosen for shaded, tree-heavy lots
Patio extensions using pavers or travertine that match existing designs
Lighting + power placement ideal for established outdoor settings
Fire pits + seating zones tailored for evening gatherings
Pergolas and shade structures suited for older homes
Integration with existing patios, screen rooms, or pool decks
Full material list + build-ready plans
Transparent cost-plus pricing
Hillsborough County permitting (when required)
Carrollwood’s mature homes, older soil, and established landscaping require careful material selection and drainage planning. Our approach ensures longevity without inflated rates tied to older neighborhoods.
Finishes chosen to blend with existing architecture while handling shade, roots, and older surface conditions.
Construction methods adapted to older drainage systems, compacted soils, and tree-heavy backyards common in Carrollwood.
Cost-plus ensures Carrollwood homeowners never pay inflated premiums based on home age or neighborhood reputation.
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Go over goals, space, and budget
A complete digital walk through of your future Carrollwod backyard
We handle everything, including Carrollwood’s tree barrier requirements
Only on new swimming pool projects, you pay actual costs while we handle everything else
Q&A walk-throughs and full project handover
We build amazing backyard experiences across all Hillsborough county areas
Everything you need to know to see how our process protects you
Most Carrollwood pool projects take between 10–14 weeks once construction begins. Timelines can vary based on inspections, design complexity, and working around mature landscaping.
Yes. Many Carrollwood properties have older soil conditions, tree roots, and established drainage patterns. We design pools and outdoor spaces to work with these conditions, not against them.
Yes. We prepare permit-ready plans and manage the full permitting and inspection process through Hillsborough County.
Cost-plus means you see the real cost of materials and subcontractors with no hidden markups. Homeowners prefer it because it provides transparency, flexibility, and better overall value.
Absolutely. We specialize in designing outdoor kitchens and living spaces that integrate seamlessly with existing patios, lanais, and home layouts common in Carrollwood.
It all starts with a custom 3D design and accurate budget.
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Rectangular pool, sun shelf, sports package
Price Range: $50k–$65k
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Unlike traditional builders who require 10–50% down, we require $0 upfront. Your contract is binding, but your money stays in your account until work is complete.
Subcontractors are paid only after we confirm their work is complete, while material suppliers are paid upfront before materials are released for delivery.
This can include:
Before each payment milestone, our team inspects workmanship against contract specs. You receive photo documentation and a checklist confirming readiness for payment. If an inspection is required, we verify that the inspection has passed before a payment is due.
Payments to both, The Backyard Company and approved vendors, can be paid by credit card, ACH, or check, giving homeowners control over how funds are released. Please note that certain payment methods may include processing fees, which will be clearly outlined prior to each transaction.
For every payment to an approved vendor, The Backyard Company will secure a release of lien in exchange for the payment being made.
The Backyard Company uses a simple, transparent two-part management fee structure designed to align with homeowner control and project progress. Construction Management (CM) fees are collected only when a vendor payment is made, ensuring you pay management costs in direct proportion to verified work completed. Project Management (PM) fees begin once the project enters the excavation phase and are billed weekly to cover hands-on coordination, scheduling, and on-site oversight throughout the build.
Minor punch-out items will not delay vendor payments, as payments are issued upon verified completion of the contracted scope of work. All vendor warranties become active only after final payment for that vendor’s portion of the project has been made in full. This ensures clear completion, accountability, and warranty validation for every trade involved.
This policy eliminates the #1 risk in pool building: losing deposits to bankrupt or dishonest builders. Your money stays protected until you approve quality.
