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Installing a Pool Fence

It's a legal requirement to have a pool fence installed around your pool, and failing to meet the requirements is not only a potential safety hazard but punishable by law. We recommend contacting a professional to avoid having to rebuild or modify your fence down the track.

Before you begin the install process, you need to check for underground services, such as plumbing, gas and electricity. Otherwise, you risk causing serious damage to property.

After completing all preliminary checks and purchasing your materials, you can follow this 6-step guide:

  1. Using one of your fence panels as a spacer and string to guide your direction, excavate holes for your fence posts. The size and depth of the holes will depend on your fence size and type.
  2. Position your posts within the holes. Running string across the top of each post when placed is a good way to ensure your posts are level and align correctly.
  3. Once you’re happy with the position of your posts, fill the holes with concrete.
  4. Slide the panel brackets over the top and base rails, using a temporary block to raise each panel into position. Once in place, secure the panels to the posts.
  5. Now that your posts and panels are securely in position, it’s time for the gate. Attach self-closing hinges to the outside of the gate, ensuring it is level and spaced correctly.
  6. With your gate now in position, attach the gate latch, closing the gate with it in position. Then, tap in the post caps and adjust the springs on the hinges to ensure the gate automatically closes from any open position.

In any case, we recommend consulting a professional to ensure your fence is not only up to government standards, but is quality enough to last you for years to come. Try our Request a Service feature to locate a pool fence installer near you. 

Installing Pool Fence

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