How it works
How a pool inspection works
From your first call to the certificate, here's what happens, how long it takes and what you need to do.
Process
Four steps to your certificate
Call or book
Call Garry on 0417 277 164 or send an enquiry. Tell us the address, why you need the certificate and any deadline. We confirm the price and a time, often the same day. If you like, Garry can do a short video call first to spot any likely problems before he visits.
Get ready
Walk the fence line: clear pots, furniture and toys away from the fence, and check the gate closes and latches on its own. Use our checklist.
The inspection
Fence heights, gates and latches, non-climbable zones and access from the house, checked against the Swimming Pools Act 1992 and Regulations, and the Australian Standard.
Certificate or fix list
Pass: your certificate of compliance, recorded on the NSW Swimming Pool Register and valid for 3 years. Not yet: a written list of fixes, then a re-inspection.
Common questions
Do I need to be home?
It helps, but it isn't essential if access to the pool is arranged in advance and pets are secured.
What if my pool fails?
You get a clear written list of what to fix, with practical options. Once it's done, a re-inspection gets you your certificate. For a sale, a certificate of non-compliance is another option. See failed inspection: what happens next.
How much does it cost?
A fixed fee, quoted up front when you call. See what's included.
What exactly is checked?
The full detail is in what happens during a pool inspection and NSW pool barrier rules.
Reviews
What it's like, in clients' words
From Google reviewsRead all 419 on Google
Garry was recommended by my pool fence installer. They checked with each other while the fence was installed. Garry came out for an inspection on cold and wet morning. He was on time for the inspection and I had the certificate later that day. I had a question regarding council compliance and he called me straight back with his advice. Garry is friendly and knowledgeable and he has your back. Definitely have him compliance check your pool.
Garry replied
Thanks for the great review Debby, it is very much appreciated
I highly recommend Gerry. He was incredibly helpful throughout the entire pool compliance process.
He guided me every step of the way and, to help me save money, he even took the time to send me detailed information about the compliance standards so I could make sure everything was done correctly before the inspection.
Thanks to his professional advice and patience, my pool passed the compliance inspection successfully. Gerry is knowledgeable, honest, responsive, and genuinely cares about helping his clients. Thank you so much for all your support!
Garry replied
Thank you for the great review, it is very much appreciated regards Garry
Highly recommended. Garry FaceTimed prior to charging us for an inspection to ensure the proposed amendments to our fence would be compliant before we ordered. Very helpful and highly recommended.
Garry replied
THanks for the kind review Emma. it is much appreciated
Need a pool certificate?
Call Garry for a quote and the next available inspection. Same-day service whenever possible.
Garry Scott, licensed E1 certifier, BPB2932