Pool Fencing Perth

Tubular Fencing And Glass Pool Fencing

Pool fencing is one of those jobs where getting it mostly right is not good enough. A gate latch that sits 20mm too low fails the council inspection. A glass panel spigot that has not been grouted to the correct depth can work loose over time. A tubular fence with a horizontal rail at the wrong height becomes a climbing aid for a toddler rather than a barrier. The compliance requirements under AS 1926.1 exist because the consequences of a failed pool fence are not a cracked panel or a sagging gate. They are a child’s life.

At Fosters Fencing, Tim Utting and David Fallows take pool fencing installations seriously because the margin for error is zero. We have been installing pool fencing across Perth since 2011, with 35 years of combined fencing experience, and every pool fence we build is checked against the current Australian standards before we leave the site. We are members of the Master Builders Association and the Housing Industry Association (HIA), and we back our workmanship with a two-year guarantee on top of any manufacturer warranties on materials.

We install frameless glass pool fencing, semi-frameless glass pool fencing, and tubular pool fencing across the Perth metropolitan area. Whether you are building a new pool, renovating an outdoor area, or replacing a pool fence that no longer meets current safety standards, we handle the full process from initial quote through to final installation and council approvals.

Benefits Of A Pool Fence Installation

Children’s Safety Comes First

Between 2015 and 2020, Western Australia recorded an average of two to three toddler drowning deaths per year in private swimming pools, with near-drowning incidents significantly higher. A properly installed pool fence with a compliant gate is the single most effective barrier to unsupervised pool access. Every design decision we make, from panel height to latch placement to the elimination of climbable elements, is driven by that reality.

Compliance With WA Regulations

Pool owners in Western Australia are legally required to maintain a compliant barrier around their swimming pool. Local councils conduct inspections, and non-compliant fencing can result in infringement notices and fines. The requirements under AS 1926.1 are specific: minimum fence height of 1.2 metres, no climbable objects within 900mm of the fence, maximum gap of 100mm between any elements, and gates that open outward with self-closing hinges and a self-locking latch elevated to 1.5 metres. We build to these specifications on every job and can advise on any council-specific requirements that apply to your property, because rules around setbacks, materials, and landscaping near pool barriers can vary between local government areas from Wanneroo to Cockburn.

Enhancing Your Outdoor Space

A pool fence does not have to be an eyesore. Frameless glass pool fencing opens up sightlines across the backyard, making the pool area feel connected to the rest of the landscaping and decking rather than boxed off behind a barrier. Tubular fencing in a colour matched to the house or boundary fence creates a clean, integrated look. Both options can be configured to work with retaining walls, raised garden beds, irregular pool shapes, and changes in ground level that are common on Perth’s sloping blocks.

Pool Fencing Installation Services

Glass Pool Fencing Perth

Glass pool fencing comes in two main configurations, and the choice between them affects both the appearance and the cost of the installation.

Frameless glass pool fencing uses stainless steel spigots grouted into core-drilled holes in the ground or fixed to a concrete slab. The glass panels, manufactured from toughened safety glass, are clamped into these spigots and adjusted to sit perfectly level. The result is an uninterrupted glass fence with no visible posts, which is why frameless glass is the preferred option for homeowners who want the pool to be the visual centrepiece of their outdoor area. It is not the cheapest product, and the installation demands precision. Spigots set even slightly off-line will show in the finished fence because there is nothing else to draw the eye. This is a job where the experience of the installer matters as much as the quality of the glass.

Semi-frameless glass pool fencing uses aluminium or stainless steel posts concreted into core-drilled holes, with specially designed channels into which the glass panels are lowered and then glazed into position. The posts provide additional structural rigidity and allow for slightly more flexibility on uneven ground. Semi-frameless systems sit at a lower price point than fully frameless and still deliver a stylish, open look with clear sightlines to the pool.

We recently completed a frameless glass installation for a client in the western suburbs whose pool sat on a raised deck with a 400mm drop to the surrounding garden. The glass panels needed to follow the deck edge precisely while maintaining compliant height across the full perimeter. Grrayt, one of our Google reviewers, summed up the standard of work across our projects: “I expressed my wants and concerns with Tim and nothing was too much for them to achieve. Top quality job.”

Tubular Pool Fencing Perth

Tubular fencing is a practical and cost-effective pool fencing option that suits a wide range of residential and commercial applications. It comes in a comprehensive range of powder coated colours and can be fabricated to fit around retaining walls, corners, level changes, and irregular pool shapes. Gates are made to match, and the tubular profile is available in several top styles including loop top, gothic, windsor, spearhead, and the increasingly popular flat top for a more modern look.

Tubular fencing also works well as a secondary security fence between piers on streetscape walls at the front of houses, or around balcony areas where a pool-compliant barrier is required. We fabricate to custom sizes and install across the full Perth metro area.

Pool Compliant Gates

The gate is where most pool fence compliance failures occur. Under current Australian standards, all pool gates must open outward, away from the pool area. The gate height must be a minimum of 1.2 metres, the latch must be self-locking and elevated to 1.5 metres, and the hinges must be self-closing so the gate returns to the latched position without manual intervention. The outward-opening requirement prevents children from using objects on the pool side to push the gate open and walk through.

We install D and D Technologies MagnaLatch and TruClose hinges on our pool gates. These are Australian-manufactured, purpose-built for pool gate applications, and are the most reliable self-closing and self-locking hardware available for the job. Every gate we install is tested on site before we sign off, because a pool gate that does not latch reliably is not a minor defect. It is a safety failure.