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Pool & Spa Barrier Safety Inspections
- Very professional. Joe's knowledge on compliance was exceptional. The process was made very easy as he took control and put my mind at ease. Highly recommend Joe for your pool inspection needs.Lindy Gibson-Kingdom05/05/23Great to deal with North West Pool Inspections and Joe, when needing to obtain a Pool Safety Certificate.Made the whole process so easy and price was more than reasonable.Would recommend him to anyone that requires his services.Sam Tzaferis15/07/24Very happy with the service professional and experience on time as wellThanks again Joe.Chris Morfidis07/04/23
- Joey was simply amazing. Made what was a highly stressful situation a breeze. Would highly recommend Joey and the team from North West Pools. Thanks JoeRalph Campagna08/10/23Joe was professional, thorough and helpful. He went above and beyond to find a resolution with a unique issue we had and advised us of the best way to resolve it. If you need your pool fence inspected, Joe is the person you must go to!Gabi Prinzi06/10/23Very good at his job and friendly person. Thank youRay Cassar16/05/23
- Joe was fantastic and very easy to deal with. Made the whole process simple. Highly recommendedLeigh Dovile07/10/25Excellent service prompt will deal with again.Domenic Greco07/01/25After getting the absolute stuff around from 3 other businesses in relation to help with getting an updated pool fence certificate - i received an old fashioned magnet in the letterbox for NW Pool Inspections and gave Joe a call. He was out to my home within 48 hours, advised me on all things required, gave me his mobile number to call him with any questions or direction i may need - simple, friendly and efficient service that i required. Certificate for the council in my inbox ready to send through before the required date from the council.Can not recommend Joe highly enough, apart from being great at what he does, he is a really nice guy who anyone should want to support going forward. Will continue to recommend Joe and his business to anyone i can going forward.Thanks Joe and NW Pool InspectionsPeter Sheridan29/12/25
- Joseph 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 Wong22/04/24Very friendly staff and quite knowledgeable. Also offered a few extra tips and insights.Tom Plieger09/04/24Joseph was professional & great to deal with.Ann-Maree Kent28/05/24
- We highly recommend this company. From start to finish our experience was very pleasant. Joey was extremely responsive, with a friendly approach and we received our report within moments of inspection.Highly recommend and will definitely be passing on this company’s details to others!Kathy Aiello10/05/23Very professional service, from the time I made my booking to the inspection, prompt & reliable! Thank you, job done!Angelo Taranto03/11/23Joe was the consummate professional and he happily assisted to quickly rectify any issues to ensure safety and compliance. Would highly recommend!!Brian Hallinan31/05/23
- Joseph was fantastic. He was reliable, knowledgeable and his service was very professional. I would highly recommend.James Vandrine09/07/25Prompt and professional.Highly recommendedGlenn Payne08/04/24Joseph was brilliant. Highly recommend for pool barrier checks and compliance certificateharish narayanan31/12/25
- Joseph provided the report as soon as the inspection was completed. Great service, was on time and professional. Five stars in every way.Kathryn Rudkins23/11/22The 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 Schembri17/09/22Highly recommend NW Pool Inspections. Joseph was fantastic, no fuss, easy to deal with. We had to make a few adjustments around our pool area to make it compliant, sent pictures to Joseph and he sent our certificate immediately.Leanne Boase19/05/24
- Reliable, 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 P29/08/23Great service, punctual and super knowledgeable. Explained everything in plain English. Highly recommendOKAN OZCELIK25/02/24Prompt and efficient service. Would highly recommendBev Ramsdale21/05/24
- North West Pool Inspections arrived on time, completed the inspection and answered any questions I had. Friendly and polite service. Would recommend.Darren H18/05/23Great service & communication!Gemma Chiodo28/07/26We 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 Cazaz12/10/24
- Efficient and friendly. Very reasonable pricing.Highly recommendedThank you Joseph!Davie Berg04/07/26Prompt and helpful service. ExcellentPhil Fino24/04/24The pool barrier compliance inspection was handled exceptionally well. The response was prompt, informative, and efficient, making the inspection smooth and stress-free. I appreciated the clear communication and quick turnaround and would highly recommended NW Pool Inspections for anyone needing reliable pool compliance services.Tony Spalliera26/03/26
- Great service, quick and efficientThanks Joseph!Jo F11/04/26Great service.John Angove17/09/25Needed a spa barrier inspection for council. Rang Joseph and he fitted me in on the same day. This impressed me due to be located in Kilmore. He kept in contact to inform his arrival time, even advising that he would be a little later than the appointment time he had given me. He was polite, professional and thorough. Thankfully the spa barrier passed the inspection with flying colours. He provided the certificate for council by email on the spot and I paid the invoice at the time as well. His price was excellent. I will be using his services again.Lori Read13/03/24
- Joseph was very helpful and we received the certificate before he even left the driveway, very fast service. Thank youmaher youkhana12/04/23Very Prompt response and Service. Thank you!Vinya YogaVeda31/05/23I 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 Baldo26/04/24
- Excellent communication, very helpful…Bogica Kirkovska02/10/25Highly recommended Great communication, very helpfulRyan Jackson03/09/25Great 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 A24/05/24
- Joseph was very prompt! We had just moved into a property and knew the pool area needed a little work. He came around pronto and educated us on what needed to happen with a few things ie council regulation. He was very supportive and informative on the situation.Bradley Mangan10/09/25A great experience with North West Pool Inspections I fully recommend them to anyone needing a pool inspection and or certificateAgostino Palombi12/08/25North 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 Hicks01/05/24
- Joseph was extremely thorough with his inspection and I would highly recommend .Nick Boyle30/03/25Very happy with service from North West Pool Inspections. Joseph’s correspondence before appointment was very quick and thorough. He arrived on time for appointment and was very professional while on property doing inspection. Highly recommendSuzanne10/10/23Joseph arrived on time and conducted a practical and precise inspectionCharles Warhurst18/12/23
- Jo is very helpful and easy to deal with. Makes the process simple and straight forward.Charnie D15/07/26Really efficient and competent serviceAnna Ramp30/12/25Fantastic 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 Tripodi30/05/23
- Professional and efficient. Very helpfulFrancis Dudley24/04/24Joseph was time and pleasantProfessional In his serviceHighly Recommend to anyoneCertificate was in my email before he drove away.Mary Tassis12/05/23Thanks to Joseph for being very helpful and advising us what we needed to do to achieve our certificate of compliance for our outdoor SPA.Sourav Dutta28/05/24
- Was quick availability to attend. Was keeping me informed of what time it would be on the day.Matt Hedger31/05/23High efficient service.Lige18/04/26Great service and always keeping me informed of the work planned and doneGreg McKernan02/04/24
- Joseph was prompt and on time made the whole process seamlessRob Zammit22/05/24Joseph was punctual and exceptionally helpful in finding the easiest solution for achieving compliance, which included contacting my council. Many thanks!Sarah L15/05/24Joe was outstanding exceptional service highly recommendJo Bezzina11/09/25
- Joseph was on time, efficient and professional.would highly recommendGary Paciocco01/06/24Helpful, easy to deal with and explained everything in easy to understand languagePhillip Scavo13/06/23Excellent and professional service. Thank you to North West Pool inspections. All phone and email communication was prompt and they turned up when they said they would. The report was sent in a timely manner and I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you.lindra black29/04/23
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 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.


