The Brief
- Dozens of Arizona families have accused Scottsdale-based Sun State Pools of taking money without completing promised services.
- Data shows 134 complaints were filed against Sun State Pools with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors between Sept. 1, 2025, and July 18, with over 80% being closed or dismissed.
- Arizona State Rep. Junelle Cavero is preparing to push for legislative reform to update contractor laws and increase recovery fund payout caps.
PHOENIX – The discussion on Sun State Pools’ shallow promises has now reached those who work at the Capitol. One state representative says she is prepared to fight for state-level reform the next time lawmakers gather to create a new set of Arizona laws.
What they’re saying:
“They’ve dealt with a process that doesn’t work for the homeowner,” Arizona 11th District State Rep. Junelle Cavero said. That’s Cavero’s biggest takeaway after listening to several Arizona homeowners share their accounts of unfinished pool projects tied to Sun State Pools.…