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Sonco Pools & Spas

Top Spot in Rockford Today 4.60 (142 reviews)(815) 654-7665

Sonco Pools & Spas

Sonco Pools & Spas is a swimming-pool contractor serving the Greater Rockford region and installing Barrier Reef fiberglass pools. It also sells spas and provides pool and spa service.

Last Updated October 9, 2026.

Business Highlights
  • Sonco says its customer service has been going strong for 40 years.
  • Sonco says its job-site crews are OSHA-certified.
  • Sonco says each crew will have a decade of combined pool-construction experience.

Service Area

Approximately 100 miles around Rockford: Loves Park, Machesney Park, Belvidere, Roscoe, Rockton, Winnebago, Byron, Freeport and Chicago areas in Illinois; Madison, Janesville, Beloit, Lake Geneva and West Milwaukee areas in Wisconsin.

Featured Local Business

Sonco Pools & Spas is one of 9 pool & hot tub companies ProsGrade lists in Rockford, Illinois.

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Listing details

11 services listed, including Fiberglass pool installation, Above-ground pool installation and Pool design. Open 7 days a week. Rated 4.6 from 142 reviews.

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How This Business Compares

How Sonco Pools & Spas compares with the other 8 pool & hot tub companies on ProsGrade in Rockford, using public Google ratings and review counts.

  • Ranks in the top quarter of the 9 Rockford pool & hot tub companies on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
  • Rated 4.6 on Google, at or above the 4.3 average of other Rockford pool & hot tub companies on ProsGrade.
  • Has the most Google reviews (142) of the 9 Rockford pool & hot tub companies on ProsGrade.

Services Covered

11 services
  • Fiberglass pool installationBarrier Reef fiberglass pools
  • Above-ground pool installationCarvin pools
  • Pool designPool Studio 3D virtual tours
  • Hot tubs and spas
  • SaunasTylo collections
  • Pool and spa repairPump, heater and skimmer repairs; leak detection
  • Hot tub serviceSalt-water cell replacement and maintenance
  • Weekly pool maintenanceWater analysis and chemical maintenance; skimming, vacuuming and equipment monitoring
  • Openings and closings
  • Water testingIn-store water testing
  • Treated pool water delivery

Reviews

What customers say

Customers describe the staff as knowledgeable and helpful, with clear guidance on pool chemistry. One spa buyer appreciated an after-hours chance to try a lounge seat and received start-up guidance. Another hot-tub buyer says a delivery worker noticed a bad lid and said a replacement would be ordered, but the buyer was still waiting for service to respond three weeks later.

Customer Reviews

Valerie Seipts

We just purchased our rythem hot tub. We had a hot springs grande for 20 years . That is why I wanted another. When it was delivered the gentleman who put things together noticed it had a bad lid and said he would have them order us another. When he proceeded to try to put the front back on. He could not get it on messed with it for almost 45 minutes. Said it was a factory problem. Then when our electrical man came to hook it up again we had a hard time getting the front back on took us almost an hour of messing around with it. This should not be a problem. I then called to check on the lid. Service could not answer my call they would call me back. Never happened. So we went in. Service was busy so they would call us back. Of course they did not. And now its been 3 weeks since we have been trying to get a hold of Service or waiting for a call ....still waiting..they got the money thats a done deal. I hope thats not how you want your business to be seen. I will certainly not recommend this place because of your services.
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Morgan Casey

Sonco is great! We were having trouble getting our pool chemicals balanced. My husband called and spoke with De’Angelo, who was very knowledgeable and eager to help. He had us bring in a water sample, and after testing it, they put together a clear plan to get everything back on track. Their recommendations nearly corrected the issues overnight. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and willing to take the time to make sure we understood everything. Highly recommend!
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Andy Stine

Purchased a Hotspring Limelight Flair from Alejandro a few weeks ago. Great experience. I was unsure on if I wanted a lounge seat or not, they arranged for me to come in after hours, when the store was closed and allowed me to privately try the lounge option out. I decided I was a Pro lounger! Pricing was straightforward and in line with my expectations. Delivery experience was good. They guided me through start up as this is my 1st SPA. I love my SPA, its really helped relax my muscles after a workout or a long day! Great dealer, highly recommend.
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Orion Carey

When we bought our first home 8 years ago, we had no clue how to manage a swimming pool let alone one that was installed in the 1970s. The pool company that had been in DeKalb for decades closed their doors for good that summer leaving us scrambling for help. Turns out there aren’t many places that will service somewhere as “remote” as DeKalb. We expanded our search and found Sonco and met Dustin. They were the answer to our prayers. Not only does this company respect their clientele by communicating efficiently and clearly, they do TOP NOTCH work! We’ve gotten to know Michelle and the service team over the years and know that any issue we run into, they’ve got our backs. We will not ever use any other pool company to service our backyard paradise and look forward to many more years of working with the team at Sonco!
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Glenn Ree

Excellent place! I just put up a "baby", 1,000 gallon pool and went there to discuss chemicals and quantities. Brad was most knowledgeable and helpful. He explained to me what was needed and directed me on proper use and quantities. He then gave me a bottle to bring home and fill with my pool water after treating and said to bring it into the store and that they would test the water for free! What great customer service!
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Sonco begin a pool project?

The process starts with an on-site evaluation by the sales and design team, which reviews the project details.

Does Sonco handle pool permits?

After design approval, Sonco applies for permits and sends the project to a partnering architect for final permitting and construction documents.

What poolside training does Sonco provide after installation?

After construction, it cleans and balances the pool, supplies manual maintenance equipment and start-up chemicals, and teaches pool owners about water chemistry, cleaning and equipment operation.

Does Sonco offer financing for fiberglass pools?

Financing options are available for fiberglass pool projects.

What warranty comes with a Barrier Reef fiberglass pool?

Barrier Reef provides structural and gelcoat-surface warranties for its fiberglass pools.