Transparent Cost-Plus Pricing • 3D Design First • Full Project Management From Start to Finish
Tampa homeowners come to The Backyard Company when they want a backyard that feels like a private resort, designed with clarity, built with transparency, and managed start to finish.
From Westchase and Citrus Park to Seminole Heights, South Tampa, and New Tampa, our cost-plus building model protects your budget and delivers higher-quality results with zero hidden markups.
Every Tampa project begins with a custom 3D design, a real budget you can trust, and a construction plan built for Florida climate, drainage, and permitting.
Visualize your backyard with full 3D renderings, engineer-ready plans, and complete permit preparation for the City of Tampa.
Full 3D pool and backyard layout for Tampa property sizes
Accurate measurements for tight urban lots and setbacks
Material selections designed for Florida sun and humidity
Equipment placement optimized for City of Tampa code
HOA / ARB-ready design files
Permit-ready plans with engineering (when required)
Transparent cost-plus budgeting for the entire project
Revisions included to match Tampa-style outdoor living
A transparent building process where you see real costs, avoid contractor markups, and get superior craftsmanship.
Custom pool builds engineered for Tampa soil + drainage
High-quality subs with no markup on materials
Equipment packages suited for high-humidity urban areas
Paver, travertine, or shell-stone deck options
Shotcrete shells built to City of Tampa code
Weekly updates + transparent cost-plus billing
Permit management + inspections
Stormwater considerations for tight city lots
Design + build outdoor kitchens, patios, and entertaining spaces that feel like a natural extension of your Clearwater home.
Custom outdoor kitchen design for urban + suburban Tampa homes
3D layout with measurements tailored for tight or irregular lots
Appliance package selection ideal for coastal humidity
Countertops, framing, and finishes suited for Florida sun exposure
Patio extensions using pavers, travertine, or shell stone
Lighting and power setups designed for evening entertaining
Fire features + seating areas built for year-round outdoor use
Pergola and shade structure options for sun-heavy properties
Material list + build-ready plans
Tampa’s dense neighborhoods and varied soil conditions demand careful planning. Our team builds with proven methods tailored to tight lots and city code requirements.
Materials and finishes designed to withstand intense sun, daily storms, and Tampa’s sandy or mixed soil conditions.
Engineered to meet City of Tampa rules, including drainage plans, impervious area limits, tree restrictions, and elevation requirements.
With cost-plus, you pay what we pay with no added city premiums or contractor markups tied to Tampa’s permitting complexity.
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Discuss goals, space, and budget.
A complete digital version of your future Tampa backyard
We handle everything, including Tampa’s drainage and tree guidelines.
For new swimming pool projects, you pay actual costs while we manage all trades and schedules.
Quality inspection and full project wrap-up.
We build amazing backyard experiences across all Hillsborough county areas
Everything you need to know to see how our process protects you
Most Tampa pool builds take about 8–12 weeks once construction starts. Weather, inspections, and design complexity can add time, but we build the schedule around your project and keep you updated each week.
Yes. We manage the full permitting process with the City of Tampa, including plans, engineering, drainage, and coordination of all required inspections.
With cost-plus, you see the real cost of materials, equipment, and subcontractors. We charge a clearly defined management fee on top of those costs with no hidden markups, no inflated line items, and no games with “discounts.”
Yes. Many Tampa homes have smaller or irregular backyards. We design pools and outdoor spaces around setbacks, easements, trees, and access so the layout works with your actual property, not just a generic template.
In many cases, yes. We can review your existing quotes or partially completed projects, explain where costs are coming from, and create a clear plan to move forward using our transparent cost-plus approach.
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.
