Pool Inspections - City of Stonnington

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City of Stonnington Pool Barrier Inspections


Stonnington is an inner south‑east Melbourne council area alongside the Yarra River, known for its shopping and lifestyle precincts, leafy streets and historic streetscapes. We provide pool barrier inspections across Stonnington, including Armadale, Hawksburn, Kooyong, Malvern, Malvern East, Prahran, South Yarra, Toorak and Windsor (and nearby pockets). In Victoria, pool and spa owners must register their pool/spa with council and obtain and lodge a safety barrier compliance certificate, with a new certificate required every four years—we help you through the inspection so you can stay compliant and council‑ready.

Vic Pool Inspections

Pool & Spa Inspections & Certifications

The Vic pool safety inspection team is composed of highly experienced professionals with extensive practical knowledge in the field. Known as the top pool inspection service in Lysterfield, we ensure your swimming pool is safe and meets all the necessary pool barrier inspection rules. Our detailed inspection process is carefully designed to check that your pool doesn’t just meet, but goes beyond all of Victoria’s required pool and spa safety inspection laws.

Pool safety is really important, especially in your town and other places in Australia where pools are not just recreational spaces but often an integral part of the residential landscape. We also provide individual advice after thoroughly inspecting your pool for safety measures.

Victoria Pool Safety Standards state that your spa or pool barrier must comply with pool fencing regulations. After inspecting your pool, we will issue a safety certificate the same day if everything complies. This prompt certification allows you to swiftly enjoy your pool with the assurance that it conforms to all safety standards and regulations.

Vic Pool Inspections

How It Works?

Step 1

Your pool and/or spa should be registered with your local council.​If you are not registered, please contact your local council.

Step 2

Obtain your council registration confirmation letter.

Step 3

Have your pool or spa barrier inspected and certified by a registered pool & spa barrier inspector

Step 4

Lodge your Certificate of pool and\or spa barrier compliance (Form23) with your council

Step 5

Your registered pool inspector will contact you to re-inspect your pool and/or spa barrier in four years

Vic Pool Inspections

We Work With

Pool Safe Inspections is Victoria’s number one pool inspection company. We are qualified to carry out pool inspections all over Victoria for all existing and new pool fencing associated with:

Home Owners & Investment Property Owners

Motels, Rentals & Air B&B

Body Corps & Real Estate Agents

Pool Inspections Stonnington Council Area

We provide certified pool barrier inspections across Stonnington Council, helping homeowners ensure their pool or spa complies with Victorian safety regulations and qualifies for a Pool Safety Certificate.

Stonnington Council is home to a diverse mix of prestige homes, heritage properties, townhouse developments, and high‑density residences—many of which include swimming pools and spas. With pools installed under different building standards over time, regular pool barrier inspections are essential to ensure ongoing compliance with current Victorian pool safety laws.

Our team specialises in professional pool and spa barrier inspections throughout Stonnington Council, servicing suburbs including Toorak, Malvern, Malvern East, Armadale, Prahran, South Yarra, Windsor, and Kooyong. Each inspection is carried out by a registered pool barrier inspector who carefully assesses pool fencing, boundary barriers, gates, latches, barrier heights, and access points in accordance with Victorian Government regulations and Stonnington Council enforcement requirements. Where compliance is achieved, we can issue your Pool Safety Certificate on the same day.

All swimming pools and spas in Victoria must remain secure and inaccessible at all times to help prevent accidents—particularly in densely populated and high‑activity areas throughout Stonnington. Compliance is achieved through permanent pool fencing, self‑closing and self‑latching gates, and properly maintained barriers, including boundary fences that form part of the pool enclosure. These requirements apply fully to all properties within Stonnington Council.

At Vic Pool Inspections Victoria, we understand the complex pool layouts, shared boundary fencing, limited access sites, and architectural constraints commonly found in Stonnington Council properties. With over 10 years of industry experience, our registered inspectors conduct thorough, practical inspections and clearly explain any compliance issues, along with straightforward recommendations to help you meet both council and state requirements efficiently.

Following your inspection, you will receive a clear summary outlining any improvements required to enhance safety and achieve compliance. If your property is located within Stonnington Council and you require a reliable, certified pool barrier inspection, contact us today on 0402 113 011 to book your inspection.

Vic Pool Testimonials

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tony shannon
5 days ago
I recently had my pool fence and gates checked for compliance by John, l can assure anyone he is the most thorough professional we have ever used.
Response from the owner:Thanks so much Tony for the review. I’m really glad the inspection gave you confidence in the compliance process. I appreciate you choosing Vic Pool Inspections.
Ben Stone
1 week ago
John is a great guy and has exceptional knowledge of pool regulations. He will help you work through affordable options to bring your barriers up to spec’ and he provides timely responses to any queries. Inspection time-slots were a bit limited, but otherwise Vic Pool Inspections was excellent.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, I appreciate your patience with the limited time slots . I’m continually working to expand availability. Thanks again for choosing Vic Pool Inspections.
Peter Dunne
1 week ago
Excellent service, prompt attendance and great price. Very friendly and informative. Great choice.
Response from the owner:Thanks Peter, really appreciate the review.
Toby Benwell
2 weeks ago
John was very helpful he was very prompt and professional. His knowledge was fantastic. Will used him again,
It’s good to know someone who has knowledge and expertise , definitely recommend him,
Response from the owner:Thanks Toby. You have an amazing home. Thank you for the kind words.
Eddie Hughes
2 weeks ago
John was very knowledgeable and he helped me thru the compliance process. It was my second audit where he found some breaches that were passed over on the first one not done by John. This was deeply distressing for me as I always thought my spa was fully compliant. Forever grateful that I am now.
Thanks John, see you in 4 years
Response from the owner:G'day Eddie, Thank you for review. You did a great job with the repairs. Glade I could help
Donna Mace
3 weeks ago
John was really excellent when inspecting our pool barriers for compliance. He took the time to explain where we weren't complaint, and gave helpful suggestions and a video on how to rectify our issues. His report and videos were easy to follow. He was prompt with issuing his report, which was great as (of course) we left it until the last minute! It made the process less stressful. He is also just a lovely person to work with! Definitely recommend his business!
Response from the owner:Thanks so much for the lovely feedback Donna. I’m glad the videos and guidance helped make things easier. Really appreciate the recommendation!
John Beardon
3 weeks ago
Prompt, professional and detailed service, great price. Excellent communication.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review, John. I really appreciate it
Jason Markerink
3 weeks ago
Thanks John for getting the inspection done so quickly.
Response from the owner:Really appreciate the review Jason. Glad I could help and get the inspection sorted quickly for you.
Tony G
4 weeks ago
Five-star service from start to finish. John really knows his stuff and gave us fantastic, logical recommendations to achieve compliance smoothly and without a fuss. Exceptional communication, incredibly prompt, and just a genuinely nice guy to deal with. We will definitely be booking with Vic Pool Inspections again in the future!
Response from the owner:Thanks for the fantastic feedback Tony. Great to hear the communication and guidance made things easy. Really appreciate your support and happy to assist again anytime.
Jason Blue
4 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for the five stars Jason!!!

Self-Assessment Checklists

No amount of self-assessment can replace a professional pool and spa barrier inspection. But if you want to know where your pool or spa currently stands and what improvements you need to make, you can check the checklists below to get you started.

For pools and
spas installed before 8 April 1991​

For pools and spas installed between 8 April 1991 and 30 April 2010

For pools and
spas installed from
1 May 2010

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