Oops, sorry, I thought it hadn't posted the first time around!

The contractor for our pool refinish also would have done the concrete decking if we had chosen to replace ours. They gave us a quote for replacing the decking. Their website says they do built in bbq's, fire features and hardscaping. It looks like they will do pretty much any concrete or stone work that is wanted. I don't know whether they would do a pool fence and that might depend on the type of fencing. Since code around here requires that pools be fenced, I would expect that they at least would be able to refer you to fence contractors that they have worked with.

To create more privacy between you and your neighbor's house, I would plant a few fast-growing trees. You can ask your local nursery or look online for types of trees that you would enjoy and are best suited for your climate. For the circle area under your crab apple tree, you might consider working with a professional landscape designer. There are many here on Houzz that do amazing work. Here's an example of a gorgeous idea created by Martha Baker Landscape Design. Christi, on behalf of Thos. Baker

I'm not an expert, but my friend just put in gorgeous glass fencing. She said that she does have to clean it. And not with a hose because she has a canyon behind and doesn't want the dirt to wash away. I loved the way it looked. However, in 3 months, she has picked up 4 dead birds. And now she has hung ribbons from the top dangling down as a warning. So. Her kids are really upset about it. There must be a solution though!!