the pool building process

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1) SITE EVALUATION

Here we are, the first step! Are you excited yet? So are we!

At this point, you’ve done your research and you’re ready to start planning your pool project. We commend you on your ability to game plan! Once you’ve scheduled your site evaluation, our sales and design team will meet with you on site to review the elements of your project. They will answer questions, provide suggestions, and gather your wish list for the quote.

A few key things to discuss on site:

Job-site Access: We look to confirm there is enough space to enter your property with our construction equipment.

Utilities: We look for all buried underground utilities to confirm they are not in conflict with desired pool location. We also look at the gas/electrical meters to confirm we have proper access to make connections.

Project Layout: We will discuss where you want the pool located and offer suggestions on layout, including patio space

Restrictions: Every project presents unique challenges. To help us find those early, it’s helpful to have a Plat of Survey, Copy of Septic layout (can be obtained by County Health Department), and to have the yard utilities marked before we visit (JULIE for Illinois, Diggers Hotline for Wisconsin)

Wish List and Budget Goals: Waterfalls? Outdoor kitchens? Fire pits? We do it all. Let us know your wish list, and we’ll work with your budget goals to put it all together

2) Quoting Your Pool

Within 48 hours of your site evaluation, your first quote will hit your inbox. Your quote will include everything discussed at your site evaluation. With your feedback, we will adjust anything to fit your needs and requests.

Want to see the price on a different pool? Want to upgrade your patio material? Just ask! It’s common to revise the quote a few times before we land on the final outlook.

3) Design

Once you’ve reviewed the quote and decide you’re ready to proceed, we start the design phase.

You’ll have plenty of opportunity to make this project your very own. Sonco’s award winning design team will utilize Pool Studio to create and develop multiple versions of your backyard oasis. Pool Studio uses state of the art 3D technology to create a virtual tour of your new swimming pool area. Using this software, Sonco details every step of your project.

Not sure if you want a waterfall? Lets throw it on the 3D drawing and find out! Considering an outdoor kitchen? We’ll show it to you!

4) Permitting

After you approve your design, we apply for all permits. Working with our in-house design team, your project will be sent to our partnering architect for all final permitting and construction documents.

Over the years, Sonco has developed and maintained professional relationships with several different permitting municipalities. Using an architect stamped design ensures quick approval to prevent any delay in your project start date.

5) Construction

You can place your trust in Sonco’s experienced construction division. Each crew that works on your job site is OSHA Certified and maintains rigorous safety and performance standards. At Sonco, we believe in leadership and investing heavily to retain our talented crew members. Each crew will have a decade of combined pool construction experience to get the job done right!

While each project will have it’s own set of unique features and challenges, Sonco will make sure no detail is overlooked. Sonco has multiple crews that focus on specific aspects of each project. Each crew has honed their craft and perfected their process. From excavation and fiberglass shell delivery, to brick paver patios and landscape lighting. Sonco has the skill and performance that can’t be matched by our competitors. 

We understand this is a large investment for you, you can relax and feel assured that you picked the right team to join you on this journey.

6) On-site Training

Construction is done, and your patience is now rewarded. It’s time to take a dip and enjoy your brand new swimming pool. Upon completion of your project, we provide you the tools you need to be a successful pool owner.

Sonco will clean and balance your new pool as soon as construction is finished. Then, we schedule your poolside training with one of our experienced staff members. Sonco will provide all manual maintenance equipment and startup chemicals. We’ll teach you how to maintain water chemistry, clean your pool, and operate your equipment.

7) POOL OWNERSHIP

Pool Chemicals:

Sonco exclusively works with Pool Ninja Pros series of chemicals. Pool Ninja Pros is the leader in fiberglass pool care and maintenance products, featuring Vibranz Fiberglass Pool Cary System. Stop by our Loves Park facility with your water sample and let us test it for free! Sonco will guide you every step of the way.

Service:

Our in-house service division, is readily available to help you with all your pool service needs. Open and close your pool each season and let us know if your pool has any issues. A service call is just a phone call away to getting your pool back up and running. Weekly pool maintenance is also available upon request.