Back Yard Dream

Outstanding company. Mr. Ponzo and his staff designed and built for me a very large tile deck with fireplace and outdoor kitchen surrounding an existing pool. The terrain on my property is steeply sloped and he was the only designer and builder who could come up with an idea and a method to create a single flat space rather than multiple terraced components. I previously worked extensively with over a half dozen architects, designers, and builders of great repute who were unable to visualize the result that Jerry Ponzo produced.
His staff is highly professional and well trained. I recommend his work without reservation.

Sorry Esteban M., you must have been having an off day in your review.
I’ve had nothing but great interactions with the Back Yard Dream Team! Jerry came out to quote a home I just bought in Gold River. I am so thankful for him not only taking the time to come out to my house, but being straight forward about the cost of the project. I never once felt that he was trying to «sell» me on the project and it was really refreshing compared to the other contractors I’ve met with. Jerry let me know they are family owned company that they built from the ground up. Their expertise really shines through. He’s by no means the «cheapest» option, but you get what you pay for!
I’m excited to see how the design process goes and look forward to working with Jerry and his team!

Epic Fail.
Totally agree with Carol H. review. Jerry Ponzo was 30 minutes late. I called him and he says it didn’t pop up on his calendar… he shows up and his attitude is as if he’s doing me a favor, when I’m the one looking to spend $ 75k+ on the project… within 2 minutes of me communicating my vision, he starts ranting about designer fees, costs, etc… as if I hadn’t considered all that and done my homework. I cut the contact short, because no need to waste any more of my time. I already have several bids in with A+ rated BBB pool contractors who can do it all (living space /​pool) for about 30% less and without rambling on about design costs, etc… actually, I’m so HAPPY Jerry Ponzo was so rude, arrogant, and full of himself at the onset, it saved my family and I dealing with him in the middle of this project, SO FOR THAT — THANK YOU JERRY… LOL!
P.S.
did more research and discovered Backyard Dream isn’t even BBB accredited — the 2 other pool contractors/​designers I’m working with have an A+ BBB rating, have been working in Sacramento for 20+years, and have wonderful reviews from previous customers… save yourself the time and avoid BackyardDream, there are plenty of great companies in the region who deserve your hard earned money… Cheers.

My husband and I wanted a back yard to entertain our friends and family but had no vision to do the work ourselves so we called back yard dream after seeing them at the Sacramento home show. After meeting with the Jerry and Ron we came up with a full back yard design complete with a pool and spa, BBQ island and fire place and full landscape with putting green ;). We were so excited to get the job started. The whole process went smoothly and if we had any questions Jerry was always quick to respond and as professional as anyone could hope for. This is a great company that produces quality and beauty that last. We are now the envy of the neighborhood and could not be happier. Thank you back yard dream.

Just had a awkward experience with J P. Perhaps he was having a bad day, but he arrived at my house with an attitude. His frustration increased at my request of an estimate for a stone upper deck, and my surprise at the cost. He told me he should have discussed on the phone the price of $ 30/​sq. ft. (Saved himself a trip) Well, isn’t that why you are here? Free estimate? Then when I asked if that included the tile, stone, or was it lined in gold, he said I offended him and left. Wow, no sense of humor. Unprofessional. Thats 10 minutes I will never get back. Really he deserves
no stars but I have to give one to do the review.