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Pool & Spa Barrier Safety Inspections
- I would highly recommend North West Pool Inspections. Organising an inspection was easy and Joseph was able to attend in a timely manner. I found Joseph to be very personable and explained very clearly what we needed to do to obtain compliance. Five stars.Jan Lee23/07/24Great service from this company, pleasant to deal with, arrived on time and completed what was required. Highly recommendedPaul Di Lizia22/03/24Helpful, easy to deal with and explained everything in easy to understand languagePhillip Scavo13/06/23
- Joseph arrived on time was pleasant to deal with I’ll definitely use him againtony dipasquale11/05/26Joseph was very professional and helpful. Very good with helpful advice and communication.V.P. autocare29/11/23Very thorough and helpfulExcellent serviceDavid Cal12/07/24
- Highly recommended. Prompt efficient service.Russell Brown01/06/23Responsive and helpful.Simon Cooke28/05/23Joseph 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 Abas28/10/23
- Attended our property next day and was very professional and responsive.Highly recommend!Rebecca G21/03/25Joseph was punctual, efficient and courteous . He explained all about pool safety & compliance. Small things like pool gate sticking etc - he was able to help resolve ( fix) on the spot.eg oiling hinges . I would highly recommend Joseph and his company Eric are top blokes, have good advice to provide on the pool safety and know the regulations. Will definitely use them again next time around for our pool in wollert. Many thanks for your prompt service and expertise.R AUS03/09/25They were absolutely amazing, very professional, discreet, knowledgeable,and most importantly up to date with all laws regarding pool requirements,etc .Highly recommend.Thanks team .Joseph Younan17/11/25
- Great service and always keeping me informed of the work planned and doneGreg McKernan02/04/24I would definitely recommend Joe he was reliable, friendly and reasonably priced.Maria Gasparinatos05/08/26Joseph was very helpful and we received the certificate before he even left the driveway, very fast service. Thank youmaher youkhana12/04/23
- I haven't had such prompt, efficient and courteous service in a very long time. Thank youRichard Simmie14/06/23Nice and professional and very helpful.Maxine Clarke29/07/23Quick and prompt service will use againTom Weaver08/03/24
- Very happy with service. Joseph was professional and arrived on time. He was very helpful in advising us what we needed to do to achieve our certificate of compliance for our swimming pool. Would definitely use again if I needed to. Thank youLisa Ryan23/05/24Joseph is an absolute pleasure to deal with. Besides being professional, polite and punctual, Joe is confident in his knowledge and his advice which gave us confidence to move forward with our plans without hesitation. Highly recommend Joseph!Liz Papanotas15/04/25Service was immaculate. Joseph was prompt, excellent communicator and helpful in the task of certification. I would highly recommend his services. Great local guy!Daniel Rhook24/04/24
- We had Joseph come and inspect our pool/spa for certificate of barrier compliance, he was punctual and very helpful. He made the whole process simple and straightforward. We would definitely use him again.Liz Olsen23/05/23Highly recommend Joseph at North West Pool Inspections, great communication, very efficient and professional! Thanks again.Irene De Franceschi01/08/23Joey 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
- Very happy with North West Pool Inspections, super informative and professional. Thank you so much! Highly recommend!Christina20/04/24Jo is very helpful and easy to deal with. Makes the process simple and straight forward.Charnie D15/07/26Profession, fast response and worked within my small window of timeframe I had available. Will book again.Melissa Mills03/09/25
- The 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 Schembri17/09/22Joseph replied quickly to my query and inspected our pool barrier two days after initial contact.I had the certificate of compliance in my inbox the same day. Overall a very professional and seamless experience. I am very happy!Melanie Ojczyk15/03/25Joseph was fast and efficient, had the certificate in no time. Overall very pleased with the service.Magda Jozsa22/09/25
- Excellent service with Joseph from North West Pool Inspections. Efficient process to book inspection, excellent communication, prompt arrival and report completed and emailed within minutes of inspection. Highly recommend!!Amy20/11/25Excellent service. Very professional, prompt and thorough. Found all the defects in my pool safety and explained very clearly what needs to be done. Thnx.Mustafa Guldogan31/01/26Very professional and prompt. I made the appointment and they attended the same day and the certificate was supplied and submitted to council the very next day.Would definitely recommend them.Brigitte Grima14/03/24
- Pool fence compliance review. Came in, did accurate measurements, showed legal requirements and gave recommendations for compliance. Excellent service and would recommend.Chad Taulelei28/08/26Awesome service and really professionallouie galgano02/04/24Reliable, affordable is what comes to my mind for this review. My husband and I are first time pool owners and Joseph from north west pool services explained what we needed to do to satisfy the requirements set out by the council in a letter we received. He explained the process and made it way easier than we expected.AAA + rating from us.L P29/08/23
- North West Pool Solutions (Joseph), made the task of certifying my pool compliance simple from the time of making a prompt inspection appointment, giving advice of eta on the way to the job through to certificate issuance. It was good to know if there had been an issue, he would not charge to revisit in order to ensure his requirements had been satisfied.Rod Hicks01/05/24Great service great communicationThank you, Joseph,Vince Liberatore20/05/24On time and efficient serviceRae07/06/25
- We 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 Bologna12/01/23Extremely prompt and professional service. Highly recommend North West Pool Inspections.Melinda Ferronato24/05/24Joseph 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
- We had a great experience with NW Pool Inspections. The inspector provided clear information as to his arrival time and inspection process. Above all he was polite and friendly. I would recommend this company.Leigh Stuckey24/05/24Joey helped me and my Sister get our barriers compliant, was very patient and provided great advice on repairs that were requiredoneil z12/04/23Joseph was excellent he was knowledgeable and arrived on timeVery happy with his workRhonda Elsworth14/10/25
- Highly recommend North West Pool Inspections. Joseph was fantastic. A very helpful, knowledgeable and professional operator that helped us get what we needed done quickly and efficiently. RossRoss Siciliano21/09/25Vert efficient and easy to deal with. Working with the fence installer (TJ), made the process seamless for approval.Steve Hunter01/09/25Joe 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 Landscapes14/08/25
- Joseph performed the Spa Compliance.His professionalism and attention to detail was evident during the inspection, he was very clear communicating and providing advice. He arrived on time and issued the certificate within 10 minutes if completing the job. I highly recommend him for your spa compliance.bufferino3506/02/24Extremely happy customer. Joseph was professional and easy to deal with.Marija Brnada16/06/24Joe was our pool inspector today. Let me begin by saying Joe was so professional and made me feel so comfortable throughout the process. He was efficient and thorough. I couldn’t recommend Joe more highly and he is a lovely person. 100% for customer satisfaction.🏆John Tzelepis05/06/23
- Booked online, inspection done following day, minor adjustments to gate mechanism required were done on the spot to comply with regulations. A1 service, thank you!Andrew MacGregor10/04/24Joseph was absolutely fabulous to deal with. He was thorough and made the whole process so seamless. His communication, helpfulness and friendly nature is second to none. Would highly recommend and will definitely be returning when required.Deb16/06/23Joe was amazing arrived on time completed pool inspection and certificate sent was so much easier than I expected we highly recommend North West Pool InspectionsAllison Kempster19/05/23
- Rang for advice, very helpful.G S06/10/23Prompt, good communicator.mary evangelakos06/05/24Joseph was great to deal with. Communication was excellent and he arrived on time and was very helpful and informative. Highly recommend!Karyn Lenson11/05/23
- Joe was fantastic. Friendly, prompt snd thorough! We will see you back In 3 years Joe. Thanks again!Rebecca Cornell22/03/24A wonderful experience, prompt friendly service and at a competitive price. A pleasure to deal with and will happily utilise their services againPeter Forster10/04/24Promp service and clear advice to rectify any non conforming issues.have no issues in recommending Northwest pool inspection.Marco Biasizzo19/11/24
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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.


