Transparent Cost-Plus Pricing • 3D Design First • Full Project Management From Start to Finish
Clearwater homeowners choose The Backyard Company because we build differently.
From North Clearwater to Island Estates and down to Sand Key, we design and build fully customized backyards using a transparent cost-plus process.
Every project starts with a 3D design, a real budget you can trust, and our complete project management. You get a beautiful backyard without hidden markups or unexpected costs.
Turn your Clearwater backyard into a custom 3D rendering with accurate site plans, HOA coordination, and engineer-ready drawings.
Full 3D renderings
Survey import
Pool + outdoor living layout
Engineering + permit prep
We build pools the transparent way with cost-plus pricing where you see every cost and avoid inflated contractor markups.
Real-time cost tracking
Weekly updates
Premium trades & materials
Faster permitting
Lower risk, higher value
Design + build outdoor kitchens, patios, and entertaining spaces that feel like a natural extension of your Clearwater home.
Custom outdoor kitchen layout (grill, fridge, storage, counters)
Patio and decking design around your pool or lanai
Covered structures, shade planning, and seating areas
Integrated lighting, electrical, and gas planning
Coordination with pool layout, views, and waterfront or lagoon lots
Clearwater’s beach proximity and high water table require specialized knowledge. We’ve mastered these challenges with proven construction techniques.
Salt-air resistant finishes and UV-protected surfaces that maintain their beauty despite Clearwater's intense coastal conditions.
Advanced drainage and structural solutions for Clearwater's high water table. Prevents cracking and settling issues.
Cost-plus means you pay what we pay, plus a flat fee. No inflated beach premiums, just honest pricing for quality work.
See what we’ve built for Tampa Bay homeowners using our transparent cost-plus model.
Learn your goals, space, lifestyle, and budget
Once under agreement, we build a full digital version of your Clearwater project
We handle Clearwater permitting, coastal requirements, and HOA submissions.
On our new construction pool projects, you see every line item and pay for work directly. We manage scheduling, trades, quality, and inspections.
Before final payment, we do a detailed punch-list walkthrough. Any issues are fixed immediately so you can enjoy a beautiful, long-lasting backyard built for coastal living.
Proudly serving Clearwater and surrounding Pinellas County communities.
Everything you need to know about our transparent process
Most pools take 10–14 weeks with proper permitting and scheduling. We build on an 8–10 week timeline with a 2–4 week buffer for inspections and weather.
Yes. We prepare all documentation, engineering, HOA approvals, and manage communication with the City of Clearwater or Pinellas County.
It eliminates inflated contractor markups. You pay actual costs and keep the savings.
Yes, we design them with materials that withstand salt air, humidity, and Florida sun.
Yes, you receive real-time updates and weekly reports showing what’s been spent and what’s upcoming. Our simple to use project management software provides a customer portal showing you all project information.
It all starts with a custom 3D design and accurate budget.
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Gunite pool, elevated spa, LED lighting
Price Range: $65k–$85k
Location: Tampa
Freeform pool, waterfall, tropical landscaping
Price Range: $55k–$75k
Location: St. Petersburg
Covered kitchen, BBQ island, fire pit
Price Range: $35k–$50k
Location: Clearwater
Infinity edge, tanning ledge, grotto
Price Range: $85k–$110k
Location: Lutz
Pool, spa, kitchen, pergola, landscaping
Price Range: $95k–$125k
Location: Westchase
Rectangular pool, sun shelf, sports package
Price Range: $50k–$65k
Location: Brandon
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.
