Celebrating 76+ Years!

 

StayCation! not Vacation

 

Servicing Rossmoor and Nearby Areas

Enjoying Your Sunset StayCation!

Celebrating 76+ Years!

Benefits of Elevated Pools

Functional – More seating for entertaining
Safer – Little ones and big ones don’t fall in
Enjoyable – Swim up with the environment
Cleaner – Less debris blows into your pool
Beautiful – Give your pool the wow factor

Benefits of Pool Remodeling

Wow Factor – An outstanding design
Save Money – More efficient equipment
Add a Spa – Gets more use than the pool year round
Enhance the Aesthetics – Update Your pool with modern designs and materials

Testimonials

John and his team just finished a huge backyard remodel project for us. They reconfigured our pool, planters, lighting and sound system. Their work was fantastic, efficient and meticulous. John helped us with every design decision and we are very, very happy with the end result. I cannot recommend them highly enough!!

Deanne R

Exceptional Backyard Transformation
Our experience led by the remarkable John (JZ), has been phenomenal. From the get-go, John and his team demonstrated professionalism, creativity, and a genuine commitment to achieving our vision for our backyard remodel. The daily updates, both through in-person conversations and detailed emails, kept us well-informed and engaged throughout the entire process. It’s rare to find a company that combines such high-quality craftsmanship with such attentive customer service. Our backyard has been transformed into the perfect space we’ve always dreamed of, thanks to Sunset’s hard work and dedication. We wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking to elevate their outdoor living space. Thank you, Sunset, for a job more than well done!

Adrian R

Kept it simple! John tried to keep us in the budget we set. Of course we added more to our original plans. No big deal there! Comparative pricing no hidden cost or agenda. I like that he was practical, upfront and honest. From the start I felt confident that these guys were just going to TCB. Set it and forget it. His team was In and out, cleaned up daily. Small construction footprint during the entire process. Met all the way with our request. Be specific or let Sunset Designers create your own backyard Oasis! Thank you

Daniel S

John was efficient and thorough. Every step of the way, he was on site holding our hands through the whole process. He dealt with a lot of different personalities with grace and ease and was able to fulfill our dream. We were fully integrated in the project and process. There was someone at our house everyday working on something. I never had to wonder if someone was coming or what was happening. If there was an issue or a problem, John or his team was reachable at all times. Sunset finished a pool, jacuzzi, cement, full seated bar / BBQ, and landscaping in three months. I am so happy we went with Sunset and his team.

Danielle S

John and his team delivered on their promise to transform our backyard from a dated pool to a backyard paradise. Their communication was outstanding, offering regular updates that preempted any need for us to inquire about what would happen next. We’d happily recommend them!

Jeff P

Full transparency: We’ve been due to leave a review for JZ and his team at Sunset for a long time…and we’re finally doing it because the weather is cooling down and we’re not in our pool 24/7 now!

From start to finish, John was communicative, detail oriented, and honest. He gave his expert opinion on our design choices, guided us through our decision-making, provided us with daily updates, and treated us like we were at the top of his priority list. Both John and Nate were easy to get a hold of if we ever had a question and were a wealth of knowledge and resources when it came to any additions we wanted. Our whole yard was transformed and has been the go-to spot for parties and BBQ’s this past summer. We honestly couldn’t be happier!

Dolly G

John and his team were incredibly knowledgeable, efficient, courteous, and hard working. Their communication was wonderful, providing daily updates so we never had to ask what to expect next. The entire experience exceeded our expectations. Any concern we had was immediately addressed and remedied.

We would absolutely use Sunset Designers & Builders again and have recommended them to everyone who has asked for a referral. They were a pleasure to work with.

Neyleen B

John Zahn, Nate Trimmer and his team are exemplary outdoor contractors and specialists that design amazing outdoor spaces. They delivered a modern, creative design on-time and did not cut any corners when we asked them to build a pool and spa in our backyard. John thinks of every detail and provides many options.

The thing that sets John and his team apart is his communication style and processes. His daily video emails and nearly daily drop in visits set him apart from anyone else that has ever worked on our home.

We love our pool so much that we also asked him to transform our front yard and driveway! We recommend Sunset Designers and Builders in a heartbeat!

Denyse R

John and the team at Sunset did a great job in helping us create and build our outdoor oasis. Right when we met John my wife and I really liked how open and honest he was. All the pricing was very well documented and he took a lot of time to provide all the samples we needed. When we decided to change something he made sure it was in writing and that we agreed to the price. His communication was great and we always knew what was going on with the project at all times. It was great working with John and the team at Sunset. Our pool has become the neighborhood YMCA because every kid and parent want to come enjoy our backyard oasis.

Chris T

What an amazing job that John Zahn and his team at Sunset did on our recent pool build. He guided us through the entire process and made it seamless. John provides you with constant communication each day and keeps you updated on any changes or issues that arise. We highly recommend his services for either a pool build or remodel. Thank you John and team!

Brian H

This is a long overdue 5-star review I owe Sunset Designers & Builders as we have been busy enjoying our newly built pool/jacuzzi :). John and team from Sunset Designers & Builders is definitely the top-notch pool builder that you would want to hire if you want a high-quality, well-communicate, smooth and worry-free pool building process. John is always quick to response, attentive and accommodating. Pool and hardscape were beautifully done about a month and half ago. We (both myself, wife and kids) now miss John’s voice and his daily update video a lot because it’s sort of addicting watching it every single day during the whole building process lol.

Shen Chen

I highly recommend Sunset Designers & Builders for anyone looking to build a pool or have any pool-related work done.  From start to finish, John and his team were exceptional in every aspect of our project. They rebuilt our front yard, adding a new driveway, fence, gates, patio cover, water feature and fire pit, planters and all landscape. In our backyard we had all the concrete replaced, the pool tile and coping replaced, added patio covers, planters and landscape. They did it all!

Kim Owen

Ever since we moved to Rossmoor we have wanted a pool, we finally did it!! I’ll start by telling you that we interviewed three different companies. The one that stood out by far was Sunset Designers & Building. We literally showed a hand drawn sketch of what we had in mind and it went from that to a beautifully designed pool which is in our home today. John Zahn from Sunset presented us with a multi page proposal which represented all the possibilities we could incorporate into our design. It was professionally written and had line by line items with pricing. Neighbors commented “it looks like a resort, “and “Wow I heard of elevated pools but this is gorgeous,”. Needless-to-say we were impressed with Sunset Designers. We highly recommend that you choose them to build your dream.

Terry Price

They really are the best of the best! John and his crew were wonderful to work with from start to finish. They were punctual, tidy, great at communicating, and helped create the backyard of our dreams. I had a million questions throughout the project and they helped make the process fun and easy. I cannot recommend this company enough, it was worth every penny.

Holly Levin

Our experience with Sunset was excellent. John is an excellent communicator and was on the jobsite everyday. If anything was ever needed John was there immediately to take care of it. We made a few changes mid-way through the job and everything came out better than expected.

Chip & Terry Mezin

Just got our pool finished! It is sooooo beautiful ! Our lights, our plants, our sound system all perfect. The entire crew worked hard every day . And John Zahn came by to make sure everything was going well EVERY DAY! The attention we were given makes you feel like you are the only pool they are working on. I’m so glad we made the choice to use them. Couldn’t be happier!

Corey Brackmann

I am very pleased From the first appointment with JZ I knew he was perfect! JZ took my wife and I to several projects in the area to see the work first hand. JZ was so helpful when we had questions on design for not only the pool but the hardscape as well. We received daily updates via email regarding our project and the current and next steps. If I needed anything JZ and or Nate responded almost immediately or showed up to my house no matter what time. The crew that work at Sunset are top notch. They are super clean, respectful and do awesome work! I can’t say enough great things about the entire team. I highly recommend JZ, Nate and the entire crew at Sunset Designers & Builders. Cheers! Thank you for our StayCation!

Sergio Tovar

From beginning contact/estimate to our final clean-up and pool start-up, John and Nate at Sunset Designers did everything they promised, with creativity and excellent day-to-day updates on all aspects of our home pool remodel. I choose Sunset because they were recommended by neighbors AND because I felt John was personally invested in making my backyard something we’d both be proud of. He contributed his design expertise but allowed me, at all stages, to modify to my tastes. Every aspect of our project with Sunset equaled or exceeded our expectations. All of the workers on this project, from demolition to final landscaping, were personally overseen and supervised by John. All of them were courteous and punctual. I never had to remind them about daily clean-up before they departed. No reservations about hiring John and Sunset Builders. You can find cheaper, but not better.

David Johnstone

We began the proposal process with John in April 2019. He gave a fair quote in comparison to other companies. It was evident from the start that Sunset and John knew what they were doing and we were very comfortable with getting the project started. Sunset wasted no time with pulling permits and breaking ground. The communication was outstanding and our needs were all met. We were enjoying our new pool by 4th of July.

Jordan Selmanson

The pool is amazing! It turned out unbelievable. Everything from the different types of tile and stone, and color of the bottom of pool to the lighting and plants, everything is phenomenal. Working with John Zahn of Sunset Designers and Builders was great. They are professional, and they are very good with their clients.

Larry Krueger

The whole Team at Sunset Designers did a fabulous job. They were on time, courteous, and answered all of our questions we had moving forward with our project. John Zahn, the owner, was always easy to get a hold of and he had great ideas to pull the whole project together in the end.

Todd & Amy Pollard

The project involved refurbishing our original pool that was built in 1957, adding a spa, new concrete decking, BBQ island/outdoor kitchen, deck/planter drains, fire pit, sitting wall, landscaping and yard lights. We are 100% happy with Sunset and glad we went with them over the other bidders. They are honest, timely, communicate openly and quickly and continue to drop by and check in on our backyard. We highly recommend Sunset.

Brian Knapp

We wanted to thank you for the wonderful job you completed at our home. It turned out better than we could have imagined! With your help, we expanded the living space at our home by the size of the backyard. It is so livable and enjoyable! Every one of your crew was professional, courteous, hard-working, and helpful. We would hire you again in a heartbeat and would gladly recommend Sunset Designers and Builders to anyone seeking a top-notch contractor.

Dennis & Janet Hadeen

I would highly recommend Sunset Designers for any backyard project. I never thought I could be so happy with my backyard, and now we want to spend all of our time there. We went from a 1973 pool/spa to the most awesome, technologically driven, energy efficient ‘outdoor living space’. We really missed them when the job was done!

Bob Welliver

Not only did I end up with a gorgeous pool, backyard design and landscape, but I also had only positive experiences working with Sunset. John and Nate were always nice, organized, responsive and beyond helpful. John sets high standards for his work product and it shows in the work that was done. I felt they were honest in their dealings with me, they had my back throughout the project and I now consider them friends. I would not hesitate to recommend Sunset for your pool/back yard remodel.

Heather McNeill

We contacted quite a few other contractors before we found John and I wish we would’ve found him first. John and Nate were on top of every detail, helping us pick out materials, constantly communicating with subcontractors and stopping by daily to check on the progress. We are thrilled with how our backyard turned out. Sunset does beautiful elevated pools and we love the design that John came up with for our entire outdoor living space. If you’re looking to put in a pool or redo your outdoor space, look no further than Sunset Designers & Builders!

Staci & Eric Johnson

Building a pool and spa was one of the best decisions I have made. Because I love to swim and the space was not long enough for a true lap pool, I looked into the Endless Pool system. The hydraulic system provides a strong water current that keeps me in place as I swim and provides a great workout. The added benefit to this system is that my grandchildren love playing in the current. John’s crews came when they said they would and were friendly and always answered my questions. Deciding to build a pool was one of the best decisions I have made.

Priscilla Rogers

When we started looking for a pool contractor I saw an ad with beautiful examples of outstanding pools and upscale landscape designs. John Zahn and company offered a fast track design and application with very competent sub-contractors that met or exceeded our time schedule. I am a retired construction professional. So I was pleasantly surprised. A beautiful finished product; no punch list to speak of. It was good experience with a wonderful outcome.

Bob Williams

Sunset Designers and Builders was exactly what one would hope for in a contractor. We appreciated the daily emails, which summarized the work done that day and informed us of the work coming up. They were incredibly attentive to minor details that we didn’t even know to think about, and there were no surprise costs.

Marikka & Rob Ostermann

We cannot say enough about our wonderful experience with Sunset Designers and Builders! The entire Sunset team was very professional and always accessible. Our project was completed on time and within budget. We now spend so much family time in our backyard and we could not be happier!

Amy & Darrin Mora

Sunset Builders built us a beautiful pool, fireplace and outdoor kitchen in 2009! We have loved it every day since then! John was great in recommending quality equipment and features to compliment the quality pool he designed and built. He kept us up to date on the progress of the build every step of the way. The whole process was neat, timely and stress-less! I can’t say enough about the quality and responsiveness of John and the team at Sunset!

Cindy Ziemke

Working with John Zahn and his people was a positive experience from the very beginning, and it continued to the finished results on our major pool project. John’s ideas and suggestions for remodeling our old worn-out pool into a new elevated pool, and totally revising our back yard, were all terrific, and resulted in a contemporary look that has beautifully updated our 65-year-old home. John and his office manager Nate were always very easy to get in touch with and responded quickly to any of our questions. John and his Sunset Designers team were professional and a pleasure to work with and we highly recommend them for your pool needs.

Jan Faiola & Mike Morrissey

We are extremely pleased with our pool, landscaping, and the entire project. You guys did a great job and we will always be grateful for your efforts. You are pros at what you do and we appreciate all your diligence, attention to detail, expertise, hard work, and care. We will be happy to provide very positive reviews in any form. We love our backyard and are so happy we chose to work with Sunset. It’s been a dream of ours for many years to have our own pool you helped make our dream come true.

Jill & Chuck Nefkens

We’ve done several pool projects with John and his team, all of which turned out well. The designs he conceives are creative, meet the requirements of the owner and the execution on site look good. We enjoy collaborating with John and would recommend him for your new pool.

Jeannette Architects

John and his crew were outstanding. Our pool was completed on time and looks amazing. The crew was always on time, worked hard while on the job, and cleaned up great at the end of the day. We paid for professionalism and perfection, it was worth it. Job well done, we would highly recommend.

Shelby & Jeremy Merriman

I highly recommend John, Nate and the entire crew. From the initial consultation to a very detailed bid for the project, to working efficiently each day, and cleaning up at the end of the work day. John had creative ideas for the layout and giving us the design that maximized our yard space. We loved the daily emails from Nate describing what was completed that day and what was happening tomorrow. A great team to work with from start to finish. The project was finished ahead of time and on budget even with the pandemic. John and Nate are the best!

Karen Bender

John and his team are the best. We interviewed 4 contractors and he was the most professional, and have the best design. His work was on time, safe and on budget. Very accessible and responsive. We received a daily email with the work completed and the scope for the next day. Would definitely use them again!

Carlos Pelayo

John Zahn the owner and his team of employees “the crew” were amazing. Professional, honest and respectful. Another great piece of feedback about John and the team is the constant communication not only with us but throughout his team. My wife and I always knew what to expect day by day. John made our family’s dream a reality.

Gonzalo Vasquez

We had an amazing experience with Sunset Designers & Builders. JZ, Nate and the team went above and beyond. After meeting with JZ, we knew he was the right person to completely revamp our backyard. JZ took our initial thoughts and was able to make some changes to incorporate various features and areas we wanted in the yard. The surround sound system which we didn’t initially plan on, is a must and probably the thing we use most. Communication was top notch with daily video updates. Every time we are in our yard, we feel like we are at a resort. Thanks Sunset Team!

David Gosselin

When the pandemic hit, we began looking into what we wanted in the backyard of our forever home and started our outreach to various pool builders. John “JZ” Zahn was attentive, professional, and detail-oriented from the day he stepped into our yard. In 4 short months from the day we first met JZ, our pool and spa was ready for our now Kindergartener to splash around in the last weeks of warm weather.

Chris Sipes

Sunset Designers and Builders are truly exceptional in every sense of the word. They took our blank-slate of a backyard and turned our vision into reality. John, Nate, and the whole team were highly communicative, transparent, professional, timely, and just good people. Contractors like this are one in a million.

Ben Fortmiller

Finding a good contractor is no easy task, and finding a great contractor is like tracking a unicorn! With JZ and Nate, we hit the jackpot. They deliver great results, always show up to work, and are there when you need them. I have several friends and neighbors who also used Sunset Designers & Builders, and after having a similar experience, recommended them to us.

James Stratmann

A big part of making that commitment was knowing the reputation and quality of Sunset Designers and Builders. The owner is the primary contact from beginning to end and would send a video update EVERY day. The owner is incredibly knowledgeable with both construction and design options. If you live in the Sunset Designers and Builders area we strongly recommend them. They do quality work, are honest, have impeccable communication, and are fairly priced for this type of investment.

Linda Britain

We are giving John Zahn (JZ) and the Sunset Designers & Builders team a rating of 5 only because 6 is not available. JZ, his “right hand” Nate, and the crews were all exceptional. The quality of the work and how JZ guides owners in decisions reflect his unwavering commitment to a quality job that will last for many years. Overall, an outstanding experience with a superior end result!

Bill Starmann

When it was time for Nancy and I to renovate our 20-year-old backyard pool area we could not think of a better person to do it than John Zahn of Sunset Designers & Builders. It was fun watching the project come together from our back sliding door and also what a great team of workers John has put together to work the project. They were all on time, courtesy, knew what they were doing and always willing to listen to my questions and answer them if needed.

Dan Roddy

We recently put a new pool in our backyard. A big THANK YOU to John Zahn and his team. Very professional, EXCELLENT work, and excellent communication! I highly recommend.

Maria Ragias

We hired Sunset Designers in the Summer of 2020 for a complete backyard remodel with swimming pool and couldn’t have been happier that we chose John Zahn and the Sunset team to bring our dreams to reality. John’s level of professionalism, follow up, and creativity throughout that process were ultimately what we valued in the person who we would trust to oversee what we considered to be a substantial investment and the place where our family would spend so much time together.

Mike Harper

My wife and I worked with the Sunset team for a new pool/spa build in concert with hard and soft scaping services. John and Nate are true professionals! From expert design to skilled builders. If you want a quality pool, high level service, and exceptional value…..look no further than Sunset. They are truly the Best!

Scott Dillon

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