Cameron will call shortly to confirm a time. Keep your council letter handy.
Next-day bookings often available
Saturday inspections available
Fully insured: PL + PI
Family-owned & operated
5.0 on Google
Next-day bookings often available
Saturday inspections available
Fully insured: PL + PI
Family-owned & operated
5.0 on Google
SAFETY FIRST
Why barrier compliance matters
Small barrier, big responsibilityEvery Victorian pool or spa holding more than 30cm of water needs a compliant barrier, whether or not children visit.
4-stage processRegister, book, inspect & Form 23, then lodge with council
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5.0starsAverage rating across 11 Google reviews
15%Off group bookings of three or more within 5km
BARRIER COMPLIANCE
Victoria’s rules, made simple
Victorian law sets out three clear obligations for every pool and spa owner.
Register your pool or spa with your local council, have the safety barrier inspected by a registered practitioner, and lodge a certificate of barrier compliance every four years.
The rules cover in-ground, above-ground, indoor and relocatable pools, hot tubs and inflatables. Your barrier is checked against the standard that applied when it was built.
1
Register your pool or spaRegister your pool or spa with your local council.
2
Have the barrier inspectedHave the barrier inspected by a registered practitioner such as a building inspector.
3
Lodge your Form 23Lodge your Form 23 every four years.
We guide you through each.
Inspection reportAS 1926.1
Gate self-closes & latchesPass
Barrier heightPass
Gaps under & between barsPass
Non-climbable zones clearPass
Form 23 · issued same day
Our core service
Full Pool & Spa Barrier Inspection
(AS 1926.1 Compliance/Building Regulations)
On-site inspection by a BPC-registered Building Inspector (Pool Safety).
Assessment against the applicable Australian Standard (based on pool construction date).
Plain-language pass/fail outcome.
Detailed inspection report with photos and explanations.
Same-day Form 23 certificate when compliant.
A complete barrier check, start to finish
What every inspection covers.
Our Registered Building Inspectors meticulously evaluate every part of your barrier and pinpoint any potential hazards.
Fences, gates, walls, doors and windows are all checked against your applicable standard. When the barrier complies, we issue your Form 23. When it doesn’t, you get clear advice on exactly what to change.
01
Barrier heightFence height measured from finished ground level on the approach side
02
Self-closing gatesGates checked to make sure they self-close and self-latch from any position
03
Latches and shieldingLatch heights and shielding confirmed on every gate
04
Climbable objectsClimbable objects, footholds and clear zones assessed around the barrier
05
Doors and windowsDoors and windows that open into the pool area checked
We walk the full barrier with a tape measure, checking each element against the standard that applies to your pool.
Check 1 of 6
1200mm min
Barrier height
The barrier must be at least 1200mm high, measured from finished ground level on the outside. Garden beds, retaining walls and soil built up against the fence can quietly reduce that height over the years.
Typical AS 1926.1-2012 figures
Height from the approach side
Height is measured from finished ground level outside the barrier, where garden beds and paving can reduce it.
Every gap, gate and latch
We check gaps under the fence, spacing between members, gate swing, self-closing and latching, and latch height or shielding along the barrier.
Advice that gets you there
When something falls short, we explain why it matters and the most cost-effective way to fix it, so you can pass quickly.
Registered with the BPCBuilding Practitioner
ABOUT APASBI
Owner-operated, from first call to certificate
When you call, you speak directly with Cameron, the inspector who attends.
He calls ahead to confirm details, arrives at the agreed time and stays available afterwards.
We bring building and pool construction experience to every inspection, so our advice is practical. We value our customers and care about their needs, every single time.
Cameron recently came out and conducted a Pool Inspection at our property. Cameron was great to communicate with, on time, professional and well priced. We definitely recommend his services.
KB
Kathy BourinarisGoogle review
Great company. Open and honest. Arrived on time. Great to deal with. Made the whole process easy. Thanks very much.
MG
Mark GoldspinkGoogle review
Great service, with excellent communication. Highly recommend!
BW
Blake WylieGoogle review
FREE RESOURCES
Check your barrier between inspections
The BPC publishes three free self-assessment checklists. Choose the one that matches your pool’s construction date shown in your council letter.
1970199120102026
Drag the slider to find your checklist.
A guide, not a certificate.
Your checklist01
Installed before 8 April 1991
For pools and spas built before 8 April 1991, assessed under Part 9A of the Building Regulations 2018.
AS 1926.1-2007 for permits issued 1 May 2010 to 30 April 2013, or AS 1926.1-2012 from 1 May 2013 (and barriers not needing a permit from 1 December 2019).
We are based in Diamond Creek and inspect pools and spas right across Melbourne and Victoria.
Being local to the north-east means quick travel to nearby suburbs, and we regularly cover the rest of Melbourne too. If your suburb isn’t listed below, just call. We service throughout Victoria and are happy to confirm availability.
Bookings are often available the next day, including Saturdays, wherever you are. Call to check availability in your area today.
Based in Diamond Creek · servicing Melbourne & Victoria
How often should I have a pool fence inspection in Victoria?
Every four years. Your council confirms in writing when your next certificate of barrier compliance is due after each lodgement.
What is a Form 23 pool safety certificate?
It is the certificate of barrier compliance a registered inspector issues when your barrier meets the standard that applied when built.
What happens if you fail a pool inspection?
The inspector may give you a written notice listing the fixes, with up to 60 days to complete them before re-inspection. Serious issues mean a certificate of barrier non-compliance is lodged with council straight away.
Do I have to register my pool in Victoria?
Yes. Every pool or spa holding more than 30cm of water must be registered.
What is AS 1926.1?
AS 1926.1 is the Australian Standard for pool safety barriers. Your pool is checked against the edition that applied when it was built.
How much does a pool fence inspection cost in Melbourne?
There is no set fee in Victoria. Our prices are competitive and discounts apply.
Do spas need to be fenced in Victoria?
Yes. Spas and hot tubs holding more than 30cm of water need a compliant barrier.
Can you sell a house without a pool safety certificate in Victoria?
Barrier obligations sit with the owner of the land. Speak with your conveyancer about contract requirements.
Where can I find pool safety fence inspections in Victoria?
We are based in Diamond Creek and inspect pools and spas across Melbourne and throughout Victoria, with bookings often available the next day, including Saturdays. Call 0422 966 028 to talk directly with the inspector.
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