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Pool & Spa Barrier Safety Inspections
- Prompt email communication. Inspection occurred at scheduled time. No fuss. Easy to communicate with and answered questions.Mary ann Johnson31/05/24Very 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 Grima14/03/24Joseph provided outstanding customer service during our recent pool inspection. He was prompt, professional, and incredibly thorough in his examination. His attention to detail was impressive, and he took the time to explain every aspect of the inspection process to us. Joseph's expertise made the entire experience stress-free and informative. We highly recommend him for anyone in need of a reliable pool inspector.Nicci Eyvaz27/02/24
- Highly recommend North West Pool Inspection. Prompt service and very knowledgeable with all regulations.Tim Ferrie01/07/26Excellent service prompt will deal with again.Domenic Greco07/01/25Punctual ,efficient ,excellent serviceThank you JosephDebra Hurst14/05/24
- Joseph arrived on time was pleasant to deal with I’ll definitely use him againtony dipasquale11/05/26Joseph was so fast to respond and attend. He was ultra professional and highly is recommended.Dale Turner30/12/25I would highly recommend North West Pool Inspections. Joseph is extremely professional and informative. His relaxed and helpful attitude made the whole process of gaining certification for my pool fence a seamless and painless experience. He knows exactly what he is talking about and he has the recommendation for everything you need to do. Will definitely see him again in 4 years !Thank you 🙂Frank Huynh15/04/24
- Great service, Joe arrived when he said he would and provided a certificate on the spot. Fantastic service and very easy to dealWithBilos Icho08/10/23Joseph was brilliant. Highly recommend for pool barrier checks and compliance certificateharish narayanan31/12/25On time good serviceAdrian Cogdell29/11/23
- I think Joseph should change his business name from NW Pool Inspections to A+A+A+ Pool Inspections.Very professional, Knowledgable, punctual and friendly.I have no hesitation in recommending Joseph and his company to my business associates and friends.I look forward to booking in with Joseph in 4 years time.John Thyssen06/05/24Joseph was excellent throughout the process of obtaining a Pool Compliance Certificate. Highly recommended.Roger Ryan02/07/24Turned up on time, professional serviceTracy Piscioneri10/06/23
- Fast professional service.Barbara Quirk02/04/24Great service and very efficient.Bob van Zuiden03/09/25Fantastic service! Joe was very professional and great to deal with. Highly recommended.Christine Marchionni08/05/24
- Joey was great, patiently answered all my questions and more importantly showed up on time and had a certificate in email before he left the driveway, highly recommendGeorge Smith15/12/22Great service, Highly RecommendedGrant Elphinstone09/01/26I 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 Varrica05/06/24
- 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 Hicks01/05/24I 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 Lee23/07/24Easy to deal with and works done quicklyNicole Vallance23/05/24
- Very prompt professional and helpful friendly knowledge.Will definitely use them again.Karen Henderson08/01/25Great service, on time. Highly recommend. Thanks Joseph. From ChrisStephanie Ristovski25/07/23Good communication, good advice, fast service. Thank youDanny Dusko Mijovski19/04/24
- Vert efficient and easy to deal with. Working with the fence installer (TJ), made the process seamless for approval.Steve Hunter01/09/25North West Pool Inspections did an inspection of my pool areas for safety. They were thorough, professional friendly, and I will certainly use this company again in 4 years or whenever I need another inspection. Highly recommend.JenJennifer Parfett05/10/23Very professional to dealt with.Rommel Cabrera06/10/23
- Highly recommend, team were prompt, professional. Will 100% be using in 3 and half years when poolCert is required again. Great jobRupert Hitters27/05/23Professional and efficient. Very helpfulFrancis Dudley24/04/24I 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 Bailey22/09/23
- Fast, efficient, text to confirm arrival time. All worked wellChris Tinsley19/04/24I 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 Baldo26/04/24Excellent 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 Guldogan31/01/26
- Great people to deal withVery efficient 👍Tom Farah08/09/25Really efficient and competent serviceAnna Ramp30/12/25Very prompt. Very professional. Couldn’t ask for quicker and more reliable service. Highly recommendDavid Stocks13/05/24
- Very efficient was on time and very good value would recommendRichard Cantwell13/05/23Joseph was thorough and very helpful, would recommend him to anyone needing a pool inspection.Steph Freze22/05/23Originally booked North West Pool inspections for compliance certificate. New needed new fencing. Joseph attended and was so helpful. Advised could do the fencing also. Job booked. Fencing constructed today by Joseph and could not be happier with the service received and overall job. Took his time and made sure all was correct and that we were happy. Thank you Joseph for the amazing service and job you did. Definitely compliant now. If you need your compliance certificate or pool fencing. North West Pool Inspections are the one. KimKim pickett31/05/24
- Joesph was excellent to do with throughout the whole process. Great communication and excellent value for money. Highly recommend this service.Sarah Thomson25/05/24Awesome! Highly recommendedGeorge Polatos22/05/24Joseph was very professional, helpful and the whole process was very easy.👍Profit Focus Partners13/07/23
- The company had great communication relating to arrival time. They went about the audit quickly, and advised any adjustments I needed to make such as trimming bushes that a child could climb upon (which is something a home owner may overlook as their garden matures).I trimmed back the bush to make safe, the locking mechanisms checked, fence panels checked for robustness, etc. The compliance audit was completed and certificate issued immediately on the spot. All done in 30 minutes. Vey relieved and ecstatic that my 20 year old pool fence is compliant and safe!Shane D25/05/23Exceptional service and very professional. Communication was great and the team are very punctual. Couldn't recommend them enough! Thanks again! Look forward to using you for all future inspections. Hakan.Hakan Isen13/01/25Excellent service, efficient & friendly.Highly recommend!Kathryn Berry05/11/26
- From the moment I sent through a request for an inspection the communication was excellent! Joseph replied quickly and turned up on time to the inspection too. It was a very quick process and will definitely use again in the future.Anita Flaim16/10/25North West Pool inspections were super organised. Text & emailed to confirm booking. Then text reminded when Joseph was 20 mins away. (he arrived exactly on time).I will be using them from now on.Julie Sturtevsnt06/05/24What a champion!! Joseph is a gun! Literally a 10 minute turn around from phone call to service. Very thorough and professional. Absolutely recommend 10/10! Don't go anywhere else for Certificate of Pool and Barrier Compliance! Extremely thrilled with the overall service!Elisa Lo Giudice12/10/26
- Great service and communication. Highly recommendedRebecca H31/05/24Fantastic communication and service. Got back to me via email very quickly after the initial enquiry. Was early to the appointment, friendly, fantastic service and easy to deal with. Thank youLiz Tripodi30/05/23Extremely easy process from booking through to the pool inspection. Full communication along the journey. Joseph the inspector was ontime, friendly and professional. Pool Barrier certificate emailed through straight away. Highly recommended 👌 🏊♂️ 👙Nick Smith01/05/24
- We had our pool compliance performed, the service; was quick from time of booking to time of service, thorough and professional. Thank you and see you in four years.Nikki Cazaz12/10/24Joseph 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.bufferino3506/02/24Joseph was so efficient, friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend him.Definitely using their services again.Pat Broadbent13/05/23
- Great service. Joseph was very professional. Will definitely call him again in 4 years time when I need another swimming pool inspection.Sophia Zu14/05/24Joseph was very friendly and professional inspecting my pool fence. Received SMS notification prior to arrival and very prompt in issuing compliance certificate. Highly Recommended.David Wong22/04/24Great service / friendly, polite and efficientLaurie Checketts06/11/25
Areas We Service
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 0466 301 036, 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.


