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Pool & Spa Barrier Safety Inspections
- Awesome! Highly recommendedGeorge Polatos22/05/24Communication was great and Joe is well organised. I would definitely recommend to my friendsDAVID SOLOMON12/04/23Fantastic Service, highly recommend Joseph . Prompt great communication Fantastic Service 👍Debby McEwan04/09/25
- Helpful instructions to ensure our pool is compliant.Alex Allegos30/05/245/5 for service proficiency. I made an online enquiry on Friday afternoon for Pool Inspection to enable us to submit the compliance letter to council.Joseph called us in a couple of hours on Friday to make an appointment the following morning.Our barrier gate of all day was jammed we had difficulty opening it. Instead of failing us, Joseph helped to fix the latch and ensured its compliance. Phew!We received a full report soon after his inspection and I was able to submit the compliance letter to Council before 10am on Saturday morning.Joseph's practical approach to customer care, thorough review and overall efficient service warrants an excellent rating.Warm RegardsJ RajooJayanthy Rajoo20/05/24Can’t say how impressed and helpful Joe was. Rang and organised a time, great attitude very helpful and we really appreciated the advice and service provided. Highly recommendedRyan O'Neill17/05/25
- Fast professional service.Barbara Quirk02/04/24I came across NW Pool Inspections via a recommendation from a friend. After contacting Joseph, he was accommodating with a quick appointment and followed up with a prompt arrival. I found Joseph to have a friendly manner with a professional demeanor. It was quite apparent he was well experienced in this area - Five star service at a reasonable rate.Joe Varrica05/06/24Joseph provided the report as soon as the inspection was completed. Great service, was on time and professional. Five stars in every way.Kathryn Rudkins23/11/22
- Very professional to dealt with.Rommel Cabrera06/10/23We were very happy with the service we received and would recommend them to anyone. They are friendly and helpful. We would use them again. Thank you againNicole Bologna12/01/23Very professional and responsive from the first call until issuing certificate.Joe was very friendly and provided hints and advice on what was required in achieving compliance.john hemsley19/07/23
- JoeWas great to deal with, we needed our Pool inspected and upgraded to the new regulations from the council.After assessing what was needed Joe was very helpful in the course of actioned required to have it passed.Would highly recommendTony & Francyfrancy riccardi25/05/26I highly recommend Joseph at North West Pool Inspections. The booking system was quick and easy. Joseph was thorough and professional in his assessment making this whole process easy from end to end. Thank you Joseph you have a return customer for my next property!Georgina Bailey22/09/23Very happy with my pool fence inspection, Joseph of North West Pool and spa fence inspections was very polite and sent me a message when a little late from last client, didn't take long once checked and measured then passed 😀 very happy.Helen Gutcher22/03/24
- Excellent communication, very helpful…Bogica Kirkovska02/10/25Fast, efficient, text to confirm arrival time. All worked wellChris Tinsley19/04/24Excellent service prompt will deal with again.Domenic Greco07/01/25
- Prompt, professional and knowledgeable business. Highly recommend the services of Joseph and his team.MyFirstGym Craigieburn28/05/24Inspection of pool safety barriers was a breeze, and we were issued with the certificate of compliance. Joseph provided clear information about compliance requirements, and was professional throughout the inspection. Very competitive costs for the inspection.Donna LC28/03/24Highly recommended. Easy and flexibly booking process. Great communication and on time arrival for inspection. Simple process and no nonsense. Thanks JosephDavid Salt21/05/24
- Great Service by Joesph friendly reliable and great communication. GPS for on time arrival aswell . Brilliant ServiceDeborah McEwan10/05/24Excellent service. Quick turnaround. Great advice.Marcelo M16/06/24I engaged North West Pool Inspection for my pool compliance certificate and was highly satisfied with their service. They provided excellent communication and were very punctual. I would definitely recommend them for any future pool compliance inspections.Brad Wilson21/05/24
- North West Pool inspections were a dream to deal with from start to finish. The whole team made the process simple with there communication being amazing. Highly recommend based on our experience.Anthony Cassar20/05/24Excellent service from Joe. Would highly recommend for pool barrier compliance.Graham Edhouse27/05/23Joey and George! A great experience with professionalism, courtesy, reliability and support.Thank you for being clear and consistent with your explanations of the process.I highly recommend you!Leonie Conforto12/05/23
- On time, good service and advice, couldn't ask for more.Rob Scherer14/05/24Joseph was brilliant. Highly recommend for pool barrier checks and compliance certificateharish narayanan31/12/25Highly recommend, team were prompt, professional. Will 100% be using in 3 and half years when poolCert is required again. Great jobRupert Hitters27/05/23
- Prompt and helpful service. ExcellentPhil Fino24/04/24Great service! Got great advice before setting up the barrier so getting the certificate afterwards was very straightforward. Thanks Joseph!Dzenana K29/06/23Great experience with Joseph very professional and very thorough and totally understanding of regulations and also communicated throughout the processAdmin Team07/06/23
- Service was immaculate. Joseph was prompt, excellent communicator and helpful in the task of certification. I would highly recommend his services. Great local guy!Daniel Rhook24/04/24Joseph gave us great service, I thought the whole process would be a headache as anything to do with councils usually is, but Joseph made the whole process easy.David Abas28/10/23Excellent service, booked in without any delays and rolled up on time. Will use for next time.CKirk6419/05/24
- Nothing was too much trouble for Joe, got the job done and rectified minor problems with the safety gate. Could not be happier with the service and I would recommend them to anyone that need to have a pool inspection carried out. Seamless thanks Joe and Team.John Ballestrino23/05/23Very professional services and great company to deal with, thankyou Joseph.Dean Kefford11/02/25Extremely responsive, friendly and was a quick and easy process. Highly recommend.Bilal Dabab08/10/23
- My inspection was done quickly and without fuss. Very happy with the service provided by North West Pool InspectionsS Emerson03/09/25The service provided by Joseph was first rate. Same day service and very helpful with solutions to help with my re certification of my pool safety barriers.I highly recommend using North West Pool Inspections.Mark Schembri17/09/22Can highly recommend Joe from this company. He was prompt, polite and professionalLyn Ryan29/05/23
- Great service from beginning to end! Easy to book and was kept up to date with the appointment time/process regularly. Joseph was knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Thank you for making the pool compliance process a less stressful one! Highly recommended NWPI from my experience.Luisa A24/05/24Joseph is very easy to work with. Quick to respond to my email query. Our pool fence was compliant and our certificate was sent us immediately so we could send to our local council.Very happy to recommend.Gena O'Keeffe27/03/26Great service and communication. Highly recommendedRebecca H31/05/24
- Great service. Quick to reply to me questions. Joseph arrived on time and was very friendly and professional. Would definitely recommend them.B Matt08/05/23Fantastic and professional top bloke to deal with. Rang him and had him here within 24 hours. Very easy to deal with. Thanks againDaniel Vetter18/05/23Joseph is an incredibly reliable pool fence safety inspector. When I needed an urgent inspection, he accommodated my schedule and even conducted it on a Friday late afternoon. What sets him apart is his commitment to customer satisfaction; he not only inspected but also fixed small issues without charging anything extra. Joseph's professionalism and responsiveness are truly commendable. I highly recommend his services to anyone in need of a trustworthy and dedicated inspector.E. Oz21/10/23
- Very punctual and professional service. Very happyRose Giannini08/05/24Easy to deal with very professional good communication 100% happyDarrin Andrews16/11/25Very prompt professional and helpful friendly knowledge.Will definitely use them again.Karen Henderson08/01/25
- I would highly recommend North West Pool Inspections. Joseph was on time, professional, friendly and courteous.Lorraine Defina10/05/23These guys were great, Joseph arrived exactly when he said he would and was really friendly and helpful. CarrIed out the inspection and once finished emailed my certificate there and then. I definately recommend North West Pool Services to anyone who needs pool inspections done.Ben Jenson17/06/23Punctual ,efficient ,excellent serviceThank you JosephDebra Hurst14/05/24
- Joe was extremely prompt and professional. He visited the site the same day as I called and had our report back that afternoon. Fantastic service from start to finish.SAS Landscapes14/08/25Great service, on time. Highly recommend. Thanks Joseph. From ChrisStephanie Ristovski25/07/23Joe was fantastic. Friendly, prompt snd thorough! We will see you back In 3 years Joe. Thanks again!Rebecca Cornell22/03/24
- I highly recommend North West Pool Inspections. The process from my initial inquiry to completion was absolutely flawless. Customer service, communication and updates were fantastic!!Michelle Baldo26/04/24Very prompt and professional serviceLou Capparelli29/11/23Very prompt response. Great communication updates. Inspection carried out on time and Joseph was very pleasant and efficient. Thoroughly tecommendedKerry Casey24/05/24
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Victoria’s Fastest Pool Certifier. Helping To Keep Pools In Melbourne Safe
Looking to make sure that your pool or spa barrier is compliant with Victoria regulations? Wanting expert advice from experienced professionals? At North West Pool Inspections, our job is to make it simple for you.
Simply book online or give us a call at 03 9021 3713, and one of our handy, fully qualified inspectors will be there in no time at all. With many years experience in the industry of pool safety inspections, we bring know-how and guidance you won’t find elsewhere, so you can feel confident about the safety and compliance of your pool.
We provide pool safety inspections in Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, including Sunbury, Greenvale, Craigieburn, Essendon, Brunswick, Moonee Ponds, Coburg, and beyond. No matter where you are, our helpful team is there to help you meet your compliance obligations without stress.
A swimming pool safety inspection isn’t just about the regulations. It’s about protecting your family and ensuring the safety of everyone who will use your pool. We do what we do to reduce risks by ensuring every barrier, gate, and latch is up to standard. With our help, your pool will not only be regulation-compliant but truly safe.
Pricing
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Initial Compliance Inspection
- A Comprehensive pool or spa fence inspection carried out by one of our experienced, VBA registered pool inspectors.
- If the barrier is non-compliant, a detailed report with pictures will explain how to rectify the non-compliant items with practical examples.
- A re-inspection with then be required after all items are rectified.
Re Inspection
- A re inspection to obtain your official council compliance certificate, you will be given 60 days to bring your barrier up to compliance after the date of inspection.
- This option is for anyone who has had a previous consultation or inspection with us and has rectified all the items listed in the report and is now ready for re-inspection.
FREE
3 Easy Steps
2. Book an Inspection
- A Comprehensive pool or spa barrier inspection carried out by a registered inspector!
- Same day written report with photos with SIMPLE explanations.
- We’ll debrief with the property owner about any items which may need to be repaired.
- Same day certificate of barrier compliance if is everything OK!
3. Submit Your Certificate
- Once you receive your certificate of compliance, you can then submit the form to council
Common Questions About Pool Safety Inspections
Get your pool safe!
Why choose North West Pool Inspections for your pool and spa safety inspections?
- Both licensed and experienced inspectors who know Victorian regulations
- Fixed, no hidden fee, all-inclusive pricing, so no surprise costs
- Easy-to-understand advice where adjustments are necessary
- Fast, reliable service to help you to meet any deadlines
Regulations and compliance can feel overwhelming to wrap your head around. But that’s why we’re here. From start to finish, we keep the process stress-free and completely transparent. We aim to give you clarity and confidence, in order for you to enjoy your pool knowing that it’s safe for everyone to use.
Fully licensed & Insured
Our inspectors are experienced, insured and registered with the Victorian Building Authority. You can rely on their experience to provide you with the correct information to achieve your pool and spa barrier compliance.
Solution Based
Should any issues be raised during the inspection, our friendly inspector will provide you with a simple solution that will help to ensure your pool meets safety standards.
Flexible Hours
We know It’s hard to find time during the week to have the inspection. We are available on weekends and also after hours for your convenience.
Book your pool safety inspection in Melbourne today and allow us, here at North West Pool Inspections, to take the hassle out of compliance, whilst keeping your loved ones protected.
More Questions On Pool Inspections
What is involved in a pool or spa safety inspection?
A safety inspection inspects all barriers around your pool or spa area. Whether those are fences, gates, latches, and boundaries. A certified inspector will inspect every area, document anything that’s wrong, and send a report in writing complete with images and concrete recommendations.
Why do I need a certificate of compliance for my pool or spa in Victoria?
All pools and spas in Victoria must be registered with the local council and also have a valid safety certificate. This affirms compliance with state safety standards, which in turn protects children, family, friends, and visitors from accidents.
How often do I have to re-inspect my pool/spa barrier?
After a compliance certificate is issued, a new inspection is required every four years or sooner if there are changes to the barrier. Frequent safety and compliance inspections promote ongoing health and safety, especially after repairs or renovations.
What if the barrier fails the inspection?
If the barrier does not meet compliance, you will be given a report explaining what needs to be repaired. All safety measures must be satisfactorily completed before a certificate can be issued.
Am I required to have a licensed inspector to obtain a valid certificate?
Yes. Only a licensed pool inspector can legally carry out a compliance inspection and issue a valid certificate. Self-assessments or inspections by unlicensed providers violate Victorian requirements and are unsafe.
Can I still use my pool while waiting for the inspection or re-inspection?
If the barrier was previously compliant, the pool may still be used. If it has been identified as non-compliant, the pool should remain unused until all required safety issues are resolved and compliance has been confirmed.
How soon will I be able to receive my inspection report and compliance certificate?
Inspection reports are usually given on the same day, complete with photographs and clear explanations. If the pool barrier passes an inspection, then a compliance certificate will be provided and can be submitted directly to the council.
Is registration with the local council needed before booking an inspection?
Yes. Pools and spas must be registered with the local council prior to the inspection taking place. Once registration is complete, an inspection may be scheduled and the certificate issued upon approval.
Is a certificate of compliance required when selling or leasing a property?
Yes. A valid pool safety compliance certificate is commonly required before selling or leasing a property with a pool or spa. It also verifies the barrier meets safety standards and helps prevent potential legal and liability issues during the transaction.
Why is North West Pool Inspections a reliable choice?
North West Pool Inspections offers licensed and fully insured services, providing deep understanding of Victorian pool safety regulations. By providing transparent pricing, flexible appointment times, clear terms, and effective communication, these aspects make the compliance process practical and hassle-free.


