About Black Tie
Sustainable Pool
& Landscape
High-end service for people who value beauty, reliability, and results.
What We Do Best
At Black Tie Sustainable Pool & Landscape, we help clients across Greater Vancouver enjoy excellence through:
- Pool leak detection and non-invasive repair, powered by industry-leading Leaktronics technology
- Elite pool care and landscape maintenance tailored to the standards of beautiful properties
- A commitment to sustainable solutions and long-term beauty for your outdoor spaces
When you hire us, you're not just hiring a contractor — you're hiring proven systems, sharp eyes, and people who genuinely care about the details.
Driven by service.
Anchored in excellence.
Our mission is driven by a deep-seated commitment to serving our community. We provide unmatched technical skill in pool leak detection and repair, combined with clear communication and genuine care.
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.
— Colossians 3:23
This inspires us to approach every job with diligence and excellence.
Heart to Serve Others
Every job carried out with genuine care for the people behind the property.
Protecting Your Investment
Sharp diagnostics and durable solutions that preserve long-term value.
Exceptional Service
Clear communication, professional follow-through, no surprises.
Experience you can rely on.
The founder of LeakTronics brings 30 years of pool leak detection and repair excellence — and when you hire Black Tie, that legacy backs every job we do. I'm fully certified through their program and supported by their expert troubleshooting team.
While pastoring full-time and raising our children, I also ran a family landscape maintenance business with my wife and children during their teenage years. Over the course of nine seasons, we served more than fifty satisfied clients with reliable, detailed care. That hands-on experience, combined with thirty years of ministry leadership, has shaped my commitment to excellence, service, and genuine care for people.
We don't just want to meet your expectations — we want to exceed them quietly and consistently.
Non-Invasive Pool Leak Detection & Sustainable Landscape Care
Russell Mackay
My name is Russell. I live in Burnaby with my wife, Lisa. We have four married children and eight wonderful grandchildren. For over three decades, I served as a pastor — helping people navigate life, faith, and hardship with truth and grace.
In 2025, I transitioned into this new season of business. It's been a joy to combine my love for beautiful spaces with thoughtful, people-centered excellence. Along the way, I've been inspired by great business leaders — some Christian, some not — who've modeled what it means to lead with integrity, serve with grit, and build something that lasts.
Black Tie is a reflection of all these influences — faith, family, hard work, and a desire to do things well.
A Gentle Word
From My Heart
This company exists because I believe beauty matters — in your backyard, yes, but also in your story.
I've walked through seasons of deep struggle. I don't put that on display, but if you're hurting, uncertain, or just curious — I want you to know there's more to life than stress and success. There's hope. If that idea resonates, you're welcome to explore the John 3:16 Story — a passionate, consuming life project that reflects what keeps me going.
And if you're looking for a trusted expert in extensive pool repair and complete pool renovation, I highly recommend my friend Robel at MetroVan Pool Repair — a skilled craftsman who helped inspire my entry into this industry.
