Custom pool builds plus the full backyard around them: surrounds, decking, planting, lighting. One licensed team, one timeline, daily updates.
★★★★★ 4.9 on Google (37 reviews) · Licensed CSLB #1097192 · 5-year workmanship guarantee · Serving San Diego County
Tell us what you’re picturing. We’ll send back a written quote with timeline, scope breakdown, and surround options within one business day.
Most homeowners get pool quotes that ignore the backyard around the pool, then end up with three different contractors trying to coordinate one project. Here’s what we hear most often when people call after a bad pool experience.
“Our pool builder finished, then disappeared.”
Subcontract-chain builds leave the surround, planting, and finish work hanging. We design the pool AND the backyard around it under one contract, one crew, one warranty.
“The surround looks nothing like the rendering.”
Most pool builders treat hardscape as an afterthought handled by whoever’s cheapest. We design coping, decking, and surround materials at the same time as the pool shape.
“Three contractors gave us three wildly different prices.”
Pool quotes without integrated scope are useless to compare. Our written quote breaks out the pool, the surround, the planting, and the lighting as separate line items you can phase.” from premium. We don’t install the cheap stuff.
“The seams are everywhere”
Bad seaming = visible lines forever. Our crew uses overlap-cut + proper seam tape + brushing direction — you don’t see where one piece ends and the next begins.
★★★★★4.9 on Google · 37 reviews · 100% reply rate
“Absolutely thrilled with the work from this landscaping company! Professional, punctual, and transformed our yard into a beautiful, welcoming space. Every detail was handled with care and creativity.”
“Couldn’t be happier with the nice job Fabian and crew did to reinstall our synthetic grass to its original condition after a plumbing job required partial removal.”
“My mother hired them to landscape her backyard. She doesn’t know how to work Google (nor is she interested in learning lol) but they did such a great job, she asked me to leave a review.”
“What can they not do?! A place where you can have them create you a beautiful outdoor space and build you a pickleball court as well. It is not just landscaping, it is a full outdoor experience.”
“San Diego Landscaping and Synthetic Turf offers a robust profile of all services to make your home and backyard dreams a reality. They do landscape design and more.”
“Would definitely hire you guys again if needed. Your detailing is amazing, really nice work on the pickleball court!”
The 4-step system we use for every pool build plus full backyard integration. No coordination headaches. One licensed team. Daily updates.
Blueprint
On-site walk, measurement, soil and drainage assessment, lifestyle and usage planning. Scope breakdown for pool + surround in 24 hours.
Build
Pool excavation, plumbing, gunite or shotcrete shell, surrounding hardscape, planting, irrigation, lighting installation. Daily photo updates so you always know where the project stands.
Beautify
Coping finish, deck sealing, plant placement, lighting commissioning, water balancing, walk-through. We don’t leave until every detail is signed off.
Backed
5-year workmanship guarantee + 5-year workmanship guarantee. Lifetime call-back — we answer the phone after the check clears.
Real installs from our team. No stock photos, no “before” staging.



Same crew, same license, same Backyard Blueprint System™ — whatever your project needs.
Hank Dugan, Owner
CSLB #1097192 · Bonded & Insured · San Diego Landscaping & Synthetic Turf founder · Personally reviews every design proposal before it goes out
Tell us what you’re picturing. We’ll come out, measure, and send back a real quote with pool, surround, planting, and lighting broken out as separate line items.
Licensed CSLB #1097192 · Bonded & Insured · 5-year workmanship guarantee · 5-year workmanship guarantee
Frequently Asked
Real answers about pool timelines, scope, budget, and how a full integrated build works in San Diego.
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At our company, we have years of experience in pool design, construction, and installation. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing our clients with top-notch service, high-quality materials, and exceptional craftsmanship. When you choose us for your pool build and installation, you can rest assured that you are getting a reliable and professional team that will work with you every step of the way to ensure your vision becomes a reality.
Our process for pool build and installation starts with a consultation to discuss your needs, preferences, and budget. From there, our team will create a custom design plan for your pool, taking into account factors such as the layout of your property, any existing structures, and your desired features. Once the design is finalized, we will begin the construction process, working diligently to complete the project on time and within budget. Our team will handle all aspects of the installation, from excavation to plumbing to finishing touches, ensuring that your new pool is built to the highest standards of quality and safety.
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Custom pool-adjacent design across San Diego: pavers, plantings, pergolas.




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