Building a swimming pool in Tampa Bay should be one of the most exciting projects you’ll ever take on, but for too many homeowners, it becomes stressful, confusing, or even financially risky.
Hidden markups, confusing contracts, unexpected change orders, and large draws for unfinished work have unfortunately become “normal” in the Florida pool construction industry.
We built The Backyard Company to change that.
With 15+ years of experience in the pool construction industry, we’ve seen the good, the bad, and the ugly. We’ve seen homeowners overpay by tens of thousands. We’ve seen projects abandoned mid-way. We’ve seen builders collect draws and disappear. And we’ve seen families who lost trust in the process entirely.
So we decided to create a pool-building experience that protects homeowners instead of taking advantage of them. A model built on transparency, honesty, and open-book pricing from start to finish.
This is the future of backyard construction in Tampa Bay.
This is The Backyard Company.
Our Mission: Build Backyards the Way They Should Be Built
We’re here to do one thing:
Deliver smarter, safer, more transparent backyard construction for Tampa Bay homeowners.
We combine:
- Cost-plus pricing (no hidden markups, ever)
- Direct payment to subcontractors (protecting your money)
- No draws for uncompleted work
- A 3D Design Studio that eliminates surprises
- Transparent scheduling & budgeting
- Weekly updates with photos and real numbers
- A customer-first mindset built over 15+ years in pool construction
We’re not the typical Tampa pool builder and we don’t want to be.
We built a model that homeowners can finally feel confident in.
Why We Built The Backyard Company
After years in the construction industry, we saw repeated patterns:
- Homeowners signing contracts they didn’t fully understand
- “All-in” pool quotes hiding major markups
- Builders collecting 50%+ of the project cost upfront
- Delays caused by unpaid subcontractors
- Homeowners being left in the dark during construction
- Incomplete or abandoned pool projects
- No accountability when things go wrong
We believed Tampa families deserved better.
So we reverse-engineered the entire construction model and rebuilt it around protection, honesty, and transparency.
What Makes Us Different
1. Cost-Plus Pricing (Transparent & Honest)
You pay the true cost of labor and materials — with zero contractor markups.
Every invoice is visible.
Every dollar is tracked.
You stay in control.
2. You Pay Subcontractors Directly
This is the #1 way we protect homeowners.
If you pay the subs directly, your money can’t be misused or diverted.
3. No Draws for Unfinished Work
We will never ask for payment on work not completed.
You only release payments when the work is verified.
4. A 3D Design Studio That Eliminates Guessing
You’ll see every angle of your future pool and outdoor kitchen before construction begins.
5. A Customer-First Approach Backed by 15+ Years of Experience
Our team has built and managed projects across the Tampa Bay area with honesty and craftsmanship at the core.
6. Weekly Updates, Full Transparency
Every week you receive:
- Progress photos
- Scheduling updates
- Budget updates
- Vendor payment updates
You’re never in the dark.
Our Services
✨ Pool Design & Construction
3D conceptual plans and permit-ready designs with engineering where needed.
✨ Outdoor Kitchen Design & Build
Custom outdoor kitchens available in the Tampa market.
✨ Pool Construction Management
Open-book management:
- A fixed management fee based off the project cost
- Vendor costs and price lists provided prior to beginning construction
Why Homeowners Are Choosing Us Instead of Traditional Builders
Because we:
✔ Eliminate hidden costs
✔ Prioritize safety and transparency
✔ Protect your money from start to finish
✔ Provide open-book cost tracking
✔ Use a proven system backed by 15+ years of construction experience
✔ Help you build a backyard you can actually afford
✔ Offer the smartest way to build in Tampa Bay
We build differently, because Tampa families deserve better.
Summary
The Backyard Company was created to bring transparency, honesty, and homeowner protection to the Tampa Bay pool construction market. With a cost-plus model, direct subcontractor payments, 3D design, and a customer-first approach backed by 15+ years of experience, we give homeowners a safer, smarter way to build the backyard of their dreams.
FAQs
Q: Why is cost-plus better than traditional pool pricing?
Cost-plus eliminates hidden markups and gives you total transparency into every dollar spent.
Q: Do I still get warranties?
Of course! Equipment, material, and structural warranties all remain intact.
Q: What makes your company safer than a standard pool builder?
Your money is never at risk because subcontractors are paid directly and you never pay for uncompleted work.
Q: Do you handle permits?
Yes, our team handles permits, engineering, HOA approvals, and inspections.
Q: Do you serve all of Tampa Bay?
Yes, including Tampa, Lutz, Odessa, Westchase, Carrollwood, Riverview, Brandon, Wesley Chapel, and surrounding areas.
