Summershade Design and Consulting

Our experience with Summershade Design & Construction was a nightmare I wish on no one. We hired Darla in July of 2023 to do an extensive pool project. She promised us that our pool would be completely installed and usable by October of 2023. Everything that was told to us since then and now was blatant lies. We were told that the pool and all the equipment necessary was ordered, but there were constant delays, due to weather, vendors, etc. None of this was true. After seeking legal counsel and constant battles, we finally got our pool completed (if not cleaned) on 3/20/2025. We are urging anybody to stay away from this company!

My experience with the owner of Summershade Design and Consulting was extremely disappointing. After hiring Darla on 2/14/24 for a project and signing the contract, she completely failed to perform the work she was hired to do. Worse yet, communication broke down entirely as she stopped responding to me after the contract was signed and deposit paid, leaving me in the dark about what was going on. On 9/24/24, I cancelled the contract but despite repeated promises to refund my deposit, I have yet to receive it. This lack of follow-through and accountability is both unprofessional and unacceptable. I would caution others to think twice before engaging her services, as my experience has been nothing short of frustrating and a waste of time and resources. I recommend visiting the BBB to read the reviews of other clients who had similar experiences before making a decision.

Installed a French Drain between houses.

Darla's crew was the best. I'm so impressed with the work they did with all of the stone work and the precision. Definitely recommend!

Excellent communication, owner is hands on, workmen showed up on time and everyone was very respectful.