Our Pool Inspection Services
HOMEOWNERS
Routine & Renewal Inspections
Whether your pool safety certificate has expired, you're booking your first inspection, or you simply want peace of mind that your pool barrier is safe, compliant and protecting those who matter most, Coast Inspections makes the process simple from start to finish.
Comprehensive pool fence barrier assessment
Pool Safety Certificate issued the same day
Pre-inspection checklist sent on booking
Expiry reminder sent before your next renewal
Friendly advice and ongoing support
LANDLORDS & PROPERTY MANAGERS
Rental & Portfolio Compliance
A valid pool fence safety certificate is required before any property with a pool is leased or re-leased. We handle single rental properties and large PM portfolios, with expiry tracking and proactive renewal reminders so your properties never lapse.
Pre-lease and re-lease compliance certificates
Volume pricing for 5+ properties
Certificate expiry tracking & 60-day renewal reminders
Priority booking across your whole portfolio
URGENT & EMERGENCY
Same-Day & 24-48 Hour Inspections
Settlement pressure, a council notice, an unexpected lease requirement or a cert that lapsed without notice? Whatever your urgency, we offer last minute inspection slots.
Priority inspection within 24 hours
Comprehensive pool barrier inspection
Compliance certificate issues same day
Clear compliance report and practical rectification advice
Fast, friendly and professional advice
Our Services
Standard Pool Inspection
$165 $209
✓ Complete pool barrier compliance inspection
✓ Pool Safety Certificate issued if compliant (Additional $45)
✓ Automatic pre-inspection checklist sent after booking
✓ Practical advice for any rectification items
✓ Friendly support from booking to completion
Pool Advisory Only
$85
✓ Visual assessment of your pool barrier
✓ Identification of potential compliance issues
✓ Opportunity to ask questions on-site
✓ Ideal before buying, selling or renovating
✓ $45 credit towards a Pool Safety Inspection
Pool Re-Inspection
$45 $75
✓ Inspection of previously identified items
✓ Verification of completed rectification work
✓ Pool Barrier Certificate issued (if compliant)
✓ Automatic pre-inspection checklist sent after booking
✓ Ongoing support and compliance guidance
What we inspect
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Gates & Latches
Self-closing and self-latching gates are the most common fail point. We check swing direction, latch height, and that the gate can’t be held open.
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Structural Integrity
Loose posts, corroded fixings, warped panels, any structural weakness can cause a fail. We inspect every fence component top to bottom.
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Fence height & gaps
Pool barriers must comply with minimum height requirements with no climbable rails or gaps. We measure every panel and post around the full perimeter.
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Building as barrier
If your home’s wall forms part of the pool barrier, every door and window opening into the pool zone must be self-closing and compliant.
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Non-climbable zone
The non-climbable zone must be clear of furniture, garden beds, or any structures that could allow a child to scale the fence.
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Pool Safety Certificate
Pass and we issue your Pool Safety Certificate and email it directly to you, ready for yourself, your solicitor or property manager the same day.
Three steps to your certificate
SIMPLE PROCESS
From booking to certified, most inspections are completed within the same business day.
Choose your service, select a time slot, and pay securely upfront. You’ll get a confirmation with our pre-inspection checklist so you can fix common issues before we arrive.
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Call or book online
Your licensed inspector assesses your poor barrier against relevant building standards. We work with you to achieve compliance on the first visit wherever possible.
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We inspect your pool
Your Pool Safety Certificate is issued and emailed within hours of a successful inspection, ready for yourself, your solicitor, agent, or property manager immediately.
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Obtain certificate
Common Questions
Everything you need to know
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Yes. A Pool Safety Certificate (QLD) or a Certificate of Compliance (NSW) is required when selling or leasing any property with a pool. It must be issued by a licensed pool safety inspector.
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QLD:
2 years for non-shared (residential) pools.
1 year for shared pools such as those in apartment complexes or body corporate properties.
NSW3 years for all pools.
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In QLD, we’ll issue a Notice of Nonconformity outlining exactly what needs fixing, with a timeframe to complete the repairs. Once you've made the changes, we'll come back for a re-inspection and issue your Pool Safety Certificate (Form 23) if it now complies.
In NSW, we'll issue a Certificate of Non-Compliance listing the specific defects. If you're not selling, you'll need to fix these and book a re-inspection to get your Certificate of Compliance. If you are selling, this certificate can be attached to the contract instead, with the buyer given 90 days post-settlement to rectify.
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Simply book online through our booking portal and pay upfront. You'll be able to select the next available time slot straight away. If you need something urgent, give us a call and we'll do our best to arrange an emergency booking as soon as we can.
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We use a fixed pricing structure with transparent fees and no hidden costs. Every price includes both the inspection and the certificate. Head to our Services tab to see our current pricing.
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In QLD, yes. If you're leasing a property with a pool, you must have a valid Pool Safety Certificate before the tenancy begins and you're required to give your tenant a copy. The certificate needs to stay current throughout the lease.
In NSW, yes. A valid Certificate of Compliance (or relevant Occupation Certificate) must be attached to the Residential Tenancy Agreement before a lease with a pool can be entered into and the pool must be registered on the NSW Swimming Pool Register. As the landlord, you're responsible for keeping this compliant for the life of the tenancy.
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The barrier itself is usually fine. It's the small, easy-to-miss details that trip people up:
Gates that don't self-close or self-latch properly
Gaps under or between fence panels that exceed the allowed limit
Climbable objects near the fence line (pot plants, furniture, pool equipment) that could give a child a foothold
Latches sitting at the wrong height
Fence height falling just short of the minimum
The good news is most of these are quick, low-cost fixes. We flag every issue clearly with photos, so you know exactly what to sort before we come back.
We will also send you a pre-inspection checklist after booking to help you identify common issues before your inspection and ensure everything runs smoothly.
Get in Touch
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