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    Artificial turf installation

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    Heather C.

    Our new pool is so beautiful that pictures don't do it justice. We've had such a wonderful experience working with Brian & Jason. I was really nervous about such a big project, but the experience couldn't have been any better. Brian truly cares about his clients like they are family. We started our project in February and it was done by May. Installing a pool is expensive, however, you get what you pay for. This is something where you don't want to cut corners. We actually found that most other well known companies in the Bay Area are charging substantially more than what we paid for. The equipment is great and easy to use. The saltwater system makes the water feel so much nicer. There is no gross chlorine smell. On a summer day, the pool can heat up to 89 degrees within an hour and a half. Our backyard looks better than we could have imagined and we get so many compliments on it. Thank you Brian & Jason.

    8 of 9 Finished project with lights
    Chrissie G.

    From the moment Brian came to do our consultation my husband and I knew he was our guy! We had met up with 4 other companies and Brian was always our go to when we talked about pros and cons. After we met, he kept in touch letting us know he was always available if we had any questions. He sent multiple pictures of his previous work and even shared some of his hobbies relating to my toddler who loved big trucks. He let us know that he was willing to go above and beyond to earn our trust and help build our families dream pool. The contract Brian provided was very easy to understand, detailed to every size, price, what was included and not included and even what was promised to us in our meeting/consult. As soon as contract was signed he provided dates and gave detailed info on what was to happen and the stages we were in. If I had any questions a phone call was never missed and my texts were always answered by Brian and/or Jason his project manager. I probably asked some stupid questions but they never made me feel like it was and made sure I understood everything. His sub contractors always came on time, did their job efficiently and cleaned up at the end of the day. Even when our pool project was finished, Jason was always willing to come by if I had a concern about anything or would text me back with detailed info. Building a pool is no small and cheap project, finding and researching companies is very important. Our project finished in December 2023 and haven't been able to enjoy it till recently because the weather is finally heating up. My family and I love our new backyard and have been able to make memories with family and friends. It's only spring now but come summer it'll be so much more time spent in the pool. We wanted minimal simple clean straight lines for our new backyard! Brian and Jason are a great team and I would recommend them to my family and friends over and over again!!

    Lena B.

    After receiving four estimates, we chose Advantage Pools. Brian came across as honest and straightforward, guiding us through every step of the process. Throughout the project, we worked with Brian and Jason. Their pricing was neither the cheapest nor the most expensive. Along the way, we changed our minds a few times, but Brian and Jason were always patient and accommodating. When the pavers wouldn't anchor the ground wire for the pool, as we thought they would, Brian personally stepped in to resolve the issue. Jason was always available whenever we needed assistance, responding promptly each time we reached out. The entire process took just over two months. In the end, we opted for a pebble bottom instead of plaster--it was a bit more expensive but absolutely worth it. We love our pool and frequently host parties with our children and grandchildren. One day, my son even remarked, "I can't believe we're a pool family!" We are thrilled with our decision to have Advantage Pools install our pool and highly recommend their services.

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    Billy P.

    We are PSYCHED with how amazing our pool turned out after working with Brian Cardiff and Advantage Pools. We found Brian after extensive research online and on Yelp. In the end, I was impressed with his work and his responses to reviews, plus, one of his client's review posts had an image of a very similar pool design as what we were hoping to build for our own. After meeting with Brian and three other possible pool construction companies, Brian's genuine, connected, and trusting energy was what gave us confidence in choosing to work with him. He maintained this same calm and connected energy throughout our entire project. We were glad that he allowed us to have a bit of a lead role in the creative and unique design of the shape of our pool, so that it matched the layout of our house and lot. We also were happy that Brian allowed us to work with our own contractor for the design and construction of the pool deck and landscaping. Brian uses top of the line equipment and all of his work was done exactly as he described it up front. Even with small questions after the project completion, Brian and his team have been incredibly helpful and as he says, I feel confident that he will 'always be there to assist us if anything comes up.' As far as our happiness with the final product, I think the pictures speak for themselves. He helped us create our ideal backyard!

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    Monique B.

    Brian and his team were great! They made the process seamless. Brian and Jason walked us through the process and made sure they completed our project before our expected date. It's been just about a year and we are loving our pool!

    a pool in the backyard

    ** Knowledgeable, detail oriented, and amazing people** Would highly recommend! We recently completed a backyard renovation that included building our family's dream pool. Brian (owner) was referred to us by two of our neighbors for whom he built their pools. It's worth mentioning that one of these pools was built over five years ago and is still holding up strong. Brian is well informed about the process and takes great pride in the business he's built. We first met with him to obtain a quote for our pool. Brian walked us through the various steps, timeline, and even encouraged us to inquire of other vendors for services. After vetting a few others, we went back to Brian confident his team was the best for our job. We were genuinely surprised by Brian's encouragement to speak with other vendors and that the contract signing process was not high-pressure. He acknowledged that building a pool is a big investment and wants his customers to be satisfied with their decisions and the end result. Jason was the main contractor for our project. His role included coordinating with the subcontractors, timelines, inspections, and design. We asked Jason every question under the sun, from technical inquiries, common practices, practicalities, and personal preference. He always answered thoughtfully, reassuring us that he expected us to ask questions as building a pool isn't an everyday occurrence. Jason went out of his way by changing timelines to accommodate our schedules, sharing his technical expertise, and even assisting with communications of a sub-contractor we sourced for other elements of our yard. To our pleasure, both Brian and Jason were involved in our project from start to finish. The two worked seamlessly together ensuring everything was taken care of. On top of that, the subcontractors utilized also exceeded our expectations. Everything operated like a well-oiled machine, so much so, that our project was completed faster than originally anticipated. Experienced, friendly and efficient, are just a few of the positive things that cross our minds when reflecting on the overall project. We're incredibly happy with the outcome of our yard and have already begun to enjoy it even though it's winter! Brian, Jason, and Advantage Pools Bay Area team, it was such a delight to watch you work, and we're so thankful for all your hard work building our family's dream pool. THANK YOU!!

    Final pool results. We love our pool.

    Hi, in response to Nicole R (who gave Advantage Pools one star). I'm so sorry to hear that you had a bad customer service experience with Advantage Pools. We all get busy and things slip through the cracks; however, there's a saying "Good things come to those who wait". I'm so glad I was patient during my search and met Brian and his team. Brian takes excellent care of his clients. His professionalism and communication is what stood out and why we decided to work with Advantage Pools. Brian is an experienced, quality pool builder who knows the pool industry inside-out. Brian is an upstanding guy and his company is very reputable. He went the extra mile on my project. He is positive, patient and most of all honest. When I had questions regarding a change order, Brian would alway advise me on the pros and cons to weigh when making my decision. As you stated, a pool is a huge investment and Brian is fully aware of the financial obligation his clients take on when investing in a pool. As a result, he offered me pool options from economical to luxury options and he never tried to up-sale me. At the end of the day, Brian leads with integrity and he offers white glove service to all of his clients. I am so happy I selected Advantage Pools as my pool builder. We have zero regrets.

    Our Backyard Resort
    Colleen D.

    Brian built our pool and it's absolutely amazing! He has amazing vision and knew exactly how to turn my dream into reality. We did a lagoon style pool with flagstone waterfall, a slide & a beach entry with pebble tech and grotto style waterfalls. Its been 12 years now and has needed minimal repair. We literally have a resort in our back ground with the pool, landscaping & palm trees they help us with. I think of all the memories we have created for our children and the added value it has brought to our home and our investment in it. I would also recommend Brian for is personal, caring and warm, professional attitude. He has always gone out of his way to help with simple repairs when we have needed to replace a motor, pump or part related to the pool. You couldn't ask for better customer service. Our rocks are amazing also! They are so unique, you feel like you are in Hawaii or Exotic place. We did Arizona style red rocks and it was the first time they had ever done this style. They look amazing! Hands down the best pool builder!

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    Jim T.

    After trying five other pool companies I got ahold of Brian. Brain came out and looked over our renovation and quickly turned it over to Jason! Jason was on top of everything and every step and kept us informed what would happen next! We have a 60's pool with lots of issues. Well APBA took on the job when others said no way. We did the remodel in the winter so we could have a pool in spring so we had to deal with Xmas vacation and the heavy rains which both stalled the completion time. That was NOT the fault of APBA! My wife loves the new pool and we are just waiting for the time to turn on our solar to heat the pool! Choose these guys they do a great job and clean up well also!

    a pool in a backyard
    Doe P.

    The best in the business hands down! Brian and Jason are very knowledgeable they know their stuff. Everything came out perfect they are easy to work with and their customer service is one of the best if there was issues it takes a simple phone call or text message Brian or Jason would be right over if available. Pool was done in 8 weeks could've been sooner if it wasn't for covid-19 SIP. Highly recommend.

    I usually do not write reviews but we just had the most amazing experience working with Brian and Jason at Advantage Pools. They were great to work with and built us a beautiful pool. Their whole crew is very knowledgeable and experts in what they do. Brian and Jason were very involved throughout the whole process, including permits with the city and did a great job explaining everything to us throughout. They are super trustworthy, gave great advice and fun to work with. Both really care for their clients and went above and beyond. We HIGHLY recommend them to build your dream pool!

    Dee A.

    Brian and Jason did a great job on my pool got it done in the time they quoted. I was highly recommended to them by a good friend. My family's happy with the completed work. Thank you Brian and Jason

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    PCR Construction

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    We had an excellent experience working with JR and his team at PCR Construction on a major backyard…read moreproject that included removal and construction of a new retaining wall and stairs and replacing our fence on a very steep hillside backyard in SF. From the beginning, JR was responsive and transparent. His quote was clear and fair, and we were very happy with his communication throughout the project. His crew was equally impressive: respectful, efficient, and professional, and they cleaned up the site every single day. We were working under a tight timeline, and PCR completed the job perfectly on time, which feels incredibly rare these days, especially considering we slightly expanded the scope of the fence project mid-way through. What really set them apart was how thoughtful and empathetic they were, taking care to work around an old, special tree to make sure it stayed healthy, and going above and beyond on small details like using extra wood and concrete to patch areas that needed it around the yard. One note though: if there are any plants you want to preserve, make sure to point them out so they know to work around them. Luckily I wasn't attached to any of my plants (except the tree) since many of them were destroyed this process. We were also very impressed with how the team handled feedback. When we weren't fully happy with the first set of stairs that were poured, they redid them in a day and the final result turned out great. The retaining wall and stairs look fantastic, and the new fence is beautifully done and clearly built to last for many years. Overall, this was a smooth, stress-free experience with a contractor who clearly takes pride in his work and stands by it. We would absolutely recommend JR and PCR Construction and wouldn't hesitate to work with them again.

    Before choosing PCR Demo & Services, we went through 8 different bids. We really took our time to…read moreunderstand each one, looking at pricing, the process, timelines, and scope. We had a lot of work to do, and even though some landscapers came in with lower prices, they did not give us the confidence that they truly understood the project. We ended up choosing JR because he clearly knew what he was talking about and had real experience with full landscaping projects. Our project was a big one. We needed a structured retaining wall for our backyard terrace, a full redo of our front yard with artificial grass, and new concrete work in front of our garage. Throughout the entire process, JR and his team were professional, respectful, and easy to communicate with. They kept us updated, asked for our input, and made us feel like we were working together instead of just handing off a job. We have worked with contractors in the past who did not offer any guidance at all, and we later paid the price for those mistakes. JR and his team took care of our home like it was their own, always covering areas to prevent damage or dirt. That alone already set them apart from many others we have worked with. JR also took the time to share his thoughts on what would look best and what would be the most structurally sound. He never pushed us in any direction. He simply shared what he has seen work well over the years, and we honestly appreciated that. Most of the time, we ended up taking his advice because we knew it came from real experience. Another thing we were grateful for is how open he was to fixing or tweaking anything once a section was done. There was never any hesitation. It gave us a lot of trust in the whole process. I strongly recommend PCR Demo & Services to anyone looking for real expertise, solid craftsmanship, and a team that genuinely cares about the quality of their work. We are very happy with how everything turned out and would absolutely work with them again.

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    We hired Balance Pool Care to replace our previous pool guy and undue the disaster that he left…read more Our pool never looked so bad, but Alex from Balance Pool Care was confident that he could make it right. Sure enough, after some treatment, the pool finally started to get back into shape and finally looked as good as new (see before and after picts). Green to Clean wasn't the only reason that our HOA picked Balance Pool Care. After interviewing a few pool vendors, it was clear that Alex knew more then the others and noticed details that need to be addressed that the others didn't catch. Commercial pricing is a challenge, but Alex is taking good care of our pool and making sure that everything is in proper working order. I'm especially satisfied with the Pool Reports after each visit and Alex's efforts to keep us informed of the work that he's doing. Alex is honest, fair, and friendly yet professional. You can't go wrong with Balance Pool Care!

    I previously gave Alex a good rating because he was attentive when he first started his company,…read moreand he asked me to write a review to help build up his business. I was one of his first customers. Over the two years the service went down, lots of missed service days(more than what was in the contract), pool not maintained as well as before, and very short visits caught on my ring camera of 3-5 min service calls. I didn't want service in the winter or wanted reduced service to save money, but he told me his service was based on year round. He said I needed to keep my service the same in the winter if I wanted to stay in contract. So I paid him all winter long, and then when I started complaining about missed service days and quality of care, he dropped me without any notice. He didn't even finish the service month that I had already paid him for. I asked for a refund of the winter months and got no response. If I could do 0 or negative stars I would.

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