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Backyard Getaways continues to succeed in being the G.T.A’s premier backyard and pool builder and we have the recognitions and awards to prove it. We invite you to review the below magazine publications of Pool and Spa magazine that we have been featured in or written articles for. Also, be sure to read our reviews on homestars.ca. For the second year in a row, we were ranked best pool builder by customers in 2010,  2011 and 2012.

 

Publications

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Pools, Spas & Patios Magazine, February 2013 Issue: Below: In this publication John Petrocelli, discusses Building Swimming Pools and Understanding The Properties And Characteristics Of Structural Steel And Reinforced Concrete.

                                                      

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Renovation Contractor Canada Magazine, June 2012 Issue: Below: In this publication Writer, Jay Somerset discusses 5 tips for building swanky swimming pools. Highlighting a Backyard Getaways Concrete Pool. 

 

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 for full publication visit http://www.renocontractor.ca/

 

Pools, Spas & Patios Magazine, May 2012 Issue: Below: In this publication John Petrocelli, owner of Backyard Getaways Inc writes a step-by-step guide to pool & landscape planning.

                                                                     

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Pools, Spas & Patios Magazine, April 2012 Issue: Below: In this publication the editors discuss 50 pool styles to fit any space and one of our very own pools is one of those recognized for a natural setting pool and landscape.

 

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Pools, Spas & Patios Magazine, April 2010 Issue: Below: In this publication John Petrocelli, owner of Backyard Getaways Inc writes an article on "What to look for in a pool builder.

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Pools, Spas & Patios Magazine, March 2010 and April 2009 Issues: Left: In this publication John Petrocelli, owner of Backyard Getaways Inc writes an article on how a family atmosphere contributes to the success of our pool business. Right: In this publication John discusses the benefits and beauty of stamped concrete pool decking.

 

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Awards 

 

we were rated best pool company in G.T.A in 2010, 2011 and in 2012 on homestars.com 

 


KAFKO POOL AWARDS FOR POOL OF THE YEAR

2002 - Platinum Award        2002 - Gold Award        2002 - Silver Award

2002 - Bronze Award           2004 - Platinum Award  2004 - Bronze Award

2004 - Gold Award               2005 - Platinum Award  2005 - Gold Award

2005 - Silver Award             2006 - Gold Award         2006 - Platinum Award

 

ART OF WATER DESIGN AWARDS: BY POOLS, SPAS & PATIO'S MAGAZINE

2005 - Ruby Award for Residential Inground Category

2006 - Sapphire Award for Residential Inground Category

2006 - Sapphire Award for Swimming Pool Renovation Category

 

DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION AWARDS BY POOL & HOT TUB COUNCIL OF CANADA AWARD - SPONSERED BY POOLS, SPAS & PATIOS MAGAZINE

2011 - Bronze Award for Outdoor Concrete Pool

2012 - Director Award (Awarded to John Petrocelli In recognition of outstanding service to the Toronto Chapter Council as a Member of the Board of Directors

2012 - Gold Award for Onground Pool - Over 300 ft2 - (oval)

2012 - Bronze Award for Vinyl Swimming Pool and Hot Tub combination

2012 - Renovation/Restoration - Vinyl

 

FOX POOL CANADA AWARDS

2011 - TOP TEN BUILDER AWARD - Top Ten Unit Producer in the World Wide Family of Pool Builders

2011 - 1rst - For Outstanding Sales Achievement in Canada Region

2011 www.allreplicabags.com - 1rst place for Waterfall and Spa Combination

2011 Balenciaga Replica Handbags - 2nd place for Inground Pool

2010 - TOP TEN BUILDER AWARD - Top Ten Unit Producer in the World WideFamily of Pool Builders

2010 - 1rst place - Sales Award of Excellence for Outstanding Sales Achievement

 

 

 

 

 

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