I want to recommend to you Premier -- Landscape Div., Robert Dieudonne'…read more We recently had him re-do our front and rear yards at our Newport Beach home. This included a lot of demolition of existing hardscape. The job turned out to be more difficult than we expected because of the large number of existing trees and their roots that interfered with our new plan. Fortunately, Robert made us aware of the problems and gave us excellent suggestions on how to alter the plan and still make it look very good. The project came out excellent and we are so very pleased with the way it looks. The workmanship was a very high quality and it now looks 'up to date and elegant'. Robert was easy to deal with, knowledgeable, always informative and pricing was very fair. We would definitely use Premier and Robert again. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great landscape contractor. Nan Ma

Our experience with Robert was nothing but positive. From the design discussions, to the demolition…read moreand finally the installation, everything involved in our project went off smoothly. Our project involved two separate areas of our home. An entry way courtyard with old Spanish tiling and brick planters and inadequate tree well layout. Robert remodeled this area by using Bouquet Canyon stone for the walkway and seating area, creating a free-form layout of our landscape courtyard. The second and most important portion of our project involved our main on-the-lake patio. Demolishing of an existing raised section of concrete (a constant tripping hazard). Robert's design included the installation of new concrete with the Bouquet Canyon stone dividing up the diagonally saw-cut sections of broom finish & colorized concrete. This turned out sooo much better than we could imagine!

Bobby, Jeremy & Steve did an amazing job. Communication was excellent, and they even helped me…read moreclear up issues with my previous pool contractors. I went through 3 other contractors before Tessera stepped in and completed the job. Pricing was definitely higher, but they did the work and we are more than happy with how everything turned out.

Never gave a response Or acknowledgment their ads promise…read morefree estimate but never respond to requests

From the onset, Jose was extremely clear with his communication proposal Drawings follow up. Every…read moreweek he started with a description of the work that was going to be done and the expectation of the work. He was there for every inspection. He was there for every step of the build. You would be remiss to not use this company for a pool build Especially in the OC area. I had at least five other quotations, some embarrassing for them, but I would say that this has been the smoothest construction project I've ever had. What I will add now that I've given you my experience as I've also been in the construction industry, my entire life. My father was in the business. My grandfather was in the business. I went to the military came out and I'm still in the business. If you want an honest unsponsored, no frills endorsement this is it I have no problem answering any questions that someone might have off-line during this process. This is my third pool build and absolutely my best experience.

We wanted to remodel our 90s pool from an egg to a modern rectangular style with built in cover. We…read morespoke to several contractors about the project but we are so happy we decided to move forward with RSC Pools. Elder and his son Jose with their team saw our vision and brought it to life. They were constantly on the site and walked through every detail along the way to make sure we were happy. Even with changes along the way, the project was completed in time. It's been almost a year and we are still incredibly happy with their work and can't wait to spend another summer outside in the water.

I hired this company to build a patio water feature that came with a two-year warranty. Shortly…read moreafter installation, the fountain began leaking and caused damage to the stucco. Despite multiple requests for repairs under the warranty, the owner has refused to come out and fix the issue. Based on my experience and the message history, this company does not stand behind its work. And as you can tell from his comment below, a completely ridiculous and baseless reply, to hide from the simple fact, that they do not stand behind their work.

recently interviewed 28 contractors for my project, and unfortunately, this contractor was among…read morethe most disappointing in terms of professionalism. As seen in the screenshot I attached, after I politely informed him that we had chosen to go with another contractor, his response was unnecessarily passive-aggressive and unprofessional. I don't believe it's appropriate for a business to respond to potential clients this way -- especially when the communication was respectful. It's understandable that not every contractor will get every job. But the way someone reacts in these situations says a lot about their attitude and how they might handle challenges during the actual project. My advice to others: professionalism and basic respect matter just as much as skill. There are many great contractors out there -- choose one who makes you feel comfortable and respected throughout the process. Definitely not the one I would recommend, based on my experience.

We recently completed our backyard renovation (pool, spa, fire pit, outdoor kitchen/covered patio)…read morewith Altas Pools. Atlas was highly recommended by our neighbors as they have done multiple outdoor renovations and pools in our community. The team set themselves apart right from the start. Their designer took all of my ideas and created exactly what I had in mind, bringing our vision to life perfectly. From there, the construction team set themselves apart with clear communication and highly transparent pricing. What really impressed me was their reliability; they stayed perfectly on schedule and stuck strictly to the agreed-upon budget. Every single person on the crew was professional, respectful of our property, and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend them for anyone looking to renovate their backyard.

Tulio and his team did an outstanding job. They kept me informed every step of the way with daily…read moreupdates, completed the project within the promised timeline, and most importantly, made my pool safe for my toddler. Their professionalism, communication, and quality of work exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them!

We had an excellent experience with Simple Outdoor Living. We liked that the design and…read moreconstruction phases were all done with their in-house staff. Once the design was agreed upon, we were given a price and a start date. We felt so comfortable with Bryan and his staff that we didn't even explore other bids once we had the design (which the customer owns) in place. Bryan, the owner, is very patient and knowledgeable and gives you the feeling that all the details will be taken care of. The contract was written with the amount of detail that the customer appreciates, especially with a project that involves so many elements. We especially liked working with Jonathan, our project manager, who always kept us informed and responded to our inquiries in a timely manner. We also found the employees to be extremely hard-working and friendly. They left the property clean after each work day. We would use this company again for our next landscape project.

Highly Recommend - Professional, Knowledgeable, and Honest…read more​I had a fantastic experience working with Bryan. We started with a Zoom consultation where I was able to walk him through the property and the scope of the project. Bryan is incredibly knowledgeable and easy to talk to, making the whole process seamless. ​What stood out most was his professionalism and transparency. Even when our Zoom connection dropped, he called me immediately to finish the conversation without missing a beat. He was also very honest about the value of different tree sizes, guiding me toward the right functional solution rather than just pushing the most expensive option. It's rare to find that level of integrity!

Review of Modul Pools, by OC Poolscapes…read more 4 1/2 Stars Overall, Modul substantially delivered on its "6 Weeks or Less" promise. I intentionally waited until the project was complete before updating this review because I wanted it to reflect the entire experience. Sales - 5 Stars Jaiden was outstanding throughout the process--transparent, responsive, friendly, and never pushy. We negotiated flexible pricing and several upgrades, and I always felt he treated me fairly. Five stars to Jaiden. Permitting - 5 Stars The permitting team knew my city's requirements, handled everything professionally, and moved quickly. I never had to chase anyone down. Five stars to the permitting team. Construction - Beautiful Pool, Minor Project Management Issues The finished product is beautiful. My family absolutely loves it, and Modul and their subcontractors did quality work throughout the project. Modul also handled several things well. They replaced a porcelain coping tile that my hardscape contractor accidentally cracked and rebuilt a brick planter that had to be demolished when excavator access proved tighter than expected. My only meaningful criticism relates to project management and communication. During the major construction milestones--excavation, plumbing, electrical, shotcrete, tile, and pebble--communication and scheduling were excellent. However, when the work shifted to punch-list items, cleanup, warranty coordination, or other items that didn't require another payment from me, responsiveness became less consistent and often required additional follow-up on my part. Construction projects are rarely perfect, and I never expected this one to be. My expectation was simply that the same sense of urgency shown during the primary construction phases would continue through project closeout. I also want to recognize Sam, the project manager's assistant, who was consistently responsive and instrumental in helping move many outstanding items forward. Five stars to Sam. Chemical Startup The startup process was probably the weakest part of my experience. I would have appreciated a more thorough startup walkthrough or pool school, and there were a couple of missed startup appointments that resulted in some unnecessary frustration. Salt System The most significant issue on my project was that the salt cell had inadvertently not been installed. Fortunately, my independent pool professional discovered the omission during a routine visit. Initially, the replacement part was backordered through the distributor. To Modul's credit, management ultimately stepped in, sourced the salt cell through a different distributor, and completed the installation rather than continuing to wait on the original backorder. I appreciated that they took ownership of the issue and found a solution. Automation & Warranty We also experienced an issue with communication between the AquaLink automation system and the Jandy VersaTemp heat pump. The only frustration was determining who would ultimately handle the repair, as there was some back-and-forth over whether it was an installation issue or a manufacturer warranty issue. Once it was routed through Jandy's warranty process, the problem was resolved and everything is now functioning properly. Final Thoughts No construction project is perfect, and this one certainly had its share of punch-list items and follow-up. That said, Modul delivered a beautiful pool at what I believe was a competitive price. My family has already created incredible memories and that's ultimately what this project was about. I genuinely believe Modul has talented people throughout the company. While I think there is room to improve communication and follow-through on punch-list and warranty items, management ultimately stepped in, addressed the significant issues, and delivered a finished product that we're extremely happy with. If I had one piece of advice for future customers, it would simply be to negotiate a reasonable punch-list retention and not release it until every remaining item has been completed and verified. It's a simple way to ensure the final details receive the same attention as the major phases of construction.

Don't fall for their instagram presence like I did. They will over promise, over charge, and under…read moredeliver. A simple 9x18 pool will take them over 7 months to fully complete from excavation (Nov 2025). Your project will not be a priority because all their resources go to their other company, Modul Pools, that claims to "build a pool in 6 weeks or less". If you hire OC Poolscapes, you will have to project manage their project managers to get them to do anything. If not, communication will be nonexistent. But even with me being on top of them, they don't answer calls, return calls, or even respond to texts. Not the owner (Malkiel), not the managers (Michael, Brandon, Jason, Brendan) , not even their assistants (Ulysses, Sam, Bernardo). With 5+ employees in the group chat they set up, it's hard to get a hold of them for any updates. For some reason they also switched project managers on us 3 times due to "company structure changes". First it was Brandon, then Jason, then Brendan. This caused months of delay because no one knew what was going on with our project. Multiple times, I had to walk them through what still needed to get done. There was no handoff or communication internally. Each time a new project manager contacted us for the first time, they would promise to be in constant communication and move things forward. But, the project eventually was put on the back burner again. There have been many missed construction deadlines and tons of issues with them getting permits approved. They tore down two walls in my backyard for access that they have yet to rebuild because whatever they submitted in the permit caused the city to think it was a build to require extra engineering, soils reports, and OSHA permits as well. To this day they are still trying to figure out the permit. Not even the pool build itself needed extra clearances and reports. They say workers will be here on a certain date and then no one shows up. But honestly they don't have anyone scheduled to come at all and just say things to stall and buy time. When you call them out on anything, there is always some sort of excuse. This has literally caused 3 months of delays on their part. No weather issues, no permit issues, just them dropping the ball on scheduling. They also do not take pride in their work. They constantly leave the job site a mess until you ask them to clean up. The tile and grout finish was a rushed and left messy and has since started falling apart (see pictures). Managers do not care to pay attention to the details, despite claiming they build luxury pools. They do not send their in-house workers. They contract the job out to others. For example, I have included a photo of how "their plumbers" ran our new gas line to the pool equipment. It isn't even secured to the wall. There is no way they can be proud of this and put their name on it. I had to call them out on it to have it fixed and secured. Oh and guess who came to fix it? Plumbers in a Modul Pools truck. They best communicate when a payment is due. They will gladly send someone over to pick up the check same day, no problems. But getting someone out here to do work? To them, it can wait. They are also quick to get back to you when you tell them that you are going to fire them and take legal action or file a complaint with the Contractors State License Board. But they immediately go back to not caring about your project after they do a little bit of work to appease you. Look, I know it's a miracle anything gets built in Los Angeles, but it's a miracle OC Poolscapes have built a pool at all. There's a lot more I could go into detail about but hopefully this review has painted a good picture. But with everything said and done, DO NOT hire OC Poolscapes or Modul Pools. I am posting this review before our project is fully completed and final inspections passed. I will not be taking this down. I will be submitting a complaint to the CSLB and will likely pursue legal action as they have practically built us a Modul pool for twice the cost.

HQ just wrapped up our backyard paver and retaining wall project, and the craftsmanship is next…read morelevel. Tali was great at helping us coordinate the project, and Mel and his installation crew are true masonry artists. We asked for a complex, multi-tiered built-in bench to be integrated into our retaining wall, and they nailed the exact child-safe, flush-front design we wanted. They also laid down a massive patio area with a custom floating diamond paver inlay that looks stunning. The crew worked hard, accommodated our specific design tweaks, and delivered a beautiful backyard where our kids can safely play. Highly recommend!!

This is the third time we have used HQ Remodeling for a home improvement project. For our current…read moreproject, they turned my adult kids' room into an at-home office space, re-roofed our house, installed a new electrical panel and car charger, and liaised with a solar company to install solar panels. All work was done quickly and professionally, with Tali, our project manager, constantly in communication to help us solve any issues immediately. We are absolutely loving all of the home improvements they've done for us over the last few years, and we would absolutely use them again.