Pool Fencing &
Compliance Inspections

Whether you own an existing pool, are buying or selling a property with a pool, or are preparing for a new pool’s final inspection, our team can help.

Our services include:

• Three-yearly pool barrier inspections
• Pre-purchase pool fencing inspections
• Assessment of existing pool fencing and barriers
• Identification of potential compliance issues
• Practical guidance on what may need to be addressed
• Compliance reporting and advice
• Guidance around preparing for a new pool’s final inspection

Our goal isn’t simply to point out a problem. It’s to help you understand what needs to be done and how to move forward. More details below.

Pool barriers don’t stay compliant forever simply because they once passed an inspection.

Landscaping changes, new garden features, outdoor furniture, retaining walls, play equipment and alterations to gates, doors or fencing can all potentially affect the safety and compliance of a pool area.

Our three-yearly pool barrier inspections give you the opportunity to have your pool professionally assessed and identify any issues that may need attention.

As MBIE-registered inspectors carrying out inspections on behalf of Auckland Council and Kaipara District Council, we can provide the inspection and reporting required as part of the three-yearly inspection process.

Know what you’re buying before you sign

A pool can be a fantastic feature when buying a home, but it can also come with ongoing compliance responsibilities. A pre-purchase pool fencing inspection gives you valuable information about the condition and apparent compliance of the pool barrier before you commit to the property.

Our inspection can identify potential issues with:

• Pool fencing and barriers
• Gates and gate hardware
• Doors and windows providing access to the pool area
• Boundary barriers
• Climbable objects and structures
• Landscaping and surrounding areas
• Other features that may affect pool barrier compliance

For buyers, this can help you make an informed decision and understand whether there may be work or costs associated with the pool barrier.

For sellers, arranging an inspection before listing your property can identify potential issues early, giving you the opportunity to address them before they become a problem during the sale process.

Buying a property with a pool? Don’t assume the existing fence is compliant just because it has been there for years. Get professional advice before you commit.

We understand that getting a pool inspection shouldn’t have to mean rearranging your entire day or waiting around for an appointment.

One of the benefits of using the Ultimate Pools team is that we can offer specific appointment times and dates, making it easier to fit your inspection around work, family and other commitments.

You’ll deal with a local, friendly and experienced team, rather than navigating a large council process yourself. We’ll explain what we’re looking at, answer your questions and provide clear, practical guidance if anything needs attention.

We liaise directly with the council and complete all the administration on your behalf, so there is no extra work for you to do, and your compliance records will be updated and filed.

Professional compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. We aim to make the process as straightforward and stress-free as possible, with a real person available to help you through it.

Pool barrier compliance should be considered during the planning stage, not once the pool is finished.

Our specialist knowledge can help identify potential pool fencing and compliance issues during the design and construction process.

While the statutory final inspection is carried out by the relevant authority, we can provide guidance to help you prepare for it and identify potential issues beforehand.

We can also assist with the wider consent process where required, including pre-planning inspections, consent guidance, plans and documentation, council liaison and responding to Requests for Further Information.

We have successfully processed more than 350 building consents, giving Ultimate Pools valuable insight into council requirements and the practical realities of getting pool projects through the consent process.

Pool barrier compliance isn’t just about knowing the rules. It requires an understanding of how pools, fencing, gates, buildings, landscaping and the surrounding environment all work together.

Rainbow Devlin is an Independently Qualified Pool Inspector (IQPI), MBIE Registration PI0111, a Life Member of the NZ Pool Industry Association and a SPASA member. She has also been recognised as the New Zealand Gold Winner of the Pool & Spa Barrier Inspector Award for seven consecutive years.

Ultimate Pools’ inspection team has been registered to carry out pool barrier inspections under Rainbow’s guidance, giving customers confidence that their inspection is backed by specialist knowledge and consistent professional standards.