Pool fences planned around the rules, built to last
Timber pool fences and self-closing gates for Hamilton and Waikato homes, planned around the pool barrier requirements from the start.
Woodney Contracting builds pool fences and gates across Hamilton and the greater Waikato. A pool barrier is a safety structure first and a fence second, so the layout, height, gaps, gate and latch all matter. We plan the job around the Building Code pool barrier rules, build it straight and solid, and leave the site clean. The council or an independently qualified pool inspector decides whether the finished barrier passes, so we ask you to tell us about your pool early.
Pool fencing and gates
One crew for the fence, the gate and the posts they hang from.
Timber pool fences
Straight, solid timber fencing around the pool area, built to your layout.
Self-closing pool gates
Gates hung on proper posts and hinges so they swing and latch reliably.
Posts & foundations
Deep, braced posts so the barrier stays straight and does not lean over time.
Replacing a tired barrier
Taking out an old or failing pool fence and building a new one.
Gate & latch fixes
Resetting gates that drag, droop or no longer latch properly.
Matched to your property
Style and finish to suit your house, deck and the rest of your fencing.
Pool barrier basics to get right first
400 mm rule
A residential pool that can hold 400 mm or more of water needs a barrier. That includes spa pools and temporary or inflatable pools.
Height and gaps
The usual minimum barrier height is 1.2 m, and gaps and climbable objects near the barrier are controlled too.
Gates
Gates must self-close and latch, and they must keep working, so hinges and posts matter more than on an ordinary fence.
Inspections
Pools are inspected every three years, by the council or an independently qualified pool inspector.
Existing fences
An existing boundary fence or house wall only counts if it meets the barrier requirements, so check before relying on it.
Consent
Check with your council whether your job needs a building consent before work starts.
Tell us the fence is a pool barrier
Pool barriers are decided by the Building Code (clause F9), the council and, at inspection, an independently qualified pool inspector. We are fencing contractors, not inspectors, so we build to the plan and requirements you have and flag anything that looks wrong. Start with Building Performance's guidance for pool owners, then talk to us about the build.
- Layout planned around the pool and house
- Gate, hinges and latch set on solid posts
- Clear quote before work starts
- Local crew, fully insured
From site visit to finished barrier
On-site visit
We look at the pool area, the ground and the gate positions, and ask what your council has told you.
Clear quote
You get a clear quote before any work starts, including any old fence that has to come out.
Build
Posts are set deep, panels and the gate are built, and the gate is hung so it closes and latches properly.
Check & tidy
We check the gate swings and latches freely and leave the site clean, ready for your inspection.
What affects the cost of a pool fence
There is no single price per metre, so we quote after a free on-site visit.
Length & layout
More corners, returns and short runs cost more per metre than a long straight run.
Height & design
Taller, more detailed fences use more material and take longer.
Gates
A pool gate costs more than the fence panels either side of it.
Ground & access
Slopes, clay, rock, tree roots and tight access slow the posts and add hand work.
Old fence removal
Taking out and disposing of an existing fence is part of the job, so tell us if one has to come out.
Timing
If you need the barrier ready for an inspection date, tell us when so we can plan it.
Compare options in which type of fence is best for your property, or read about how much a new fence costs in Hamilton and the Waikato.
Pool fencing across the greater Waikato
Hamilton / Cambridge / Te Awamutu / Morrinsville / Ngāruawāhia / Huntly / Raglan / Matamata / Tamahere / Ōhaupō / Gordonton / and the surrounding rural districts.
Pool fencing questions
01Do you build pool fences in Hamilton?
Yes. We build timber pool fences and gates for residential properties in Hamilton and across the Waikato. Tell us early that the fence is a pool barrier so we can plan the layout, gate and latch around the requirements.
02Does my pool need a fence?
Very likely. Building Performance says a residential pool that can be filled to 400 mm or more needs a barrier, and that includes spa pools and temporary, portable and inflatable pools. See its pool safety guidance and check with your council if you are unsure.
03How high does a pool fence have to be?
A barrier at least 1.2 m high is the usual starting point, but height is only part of it. The Building Code (clause F9) also covers gaps, climbable objects near the barrier, gates and latches. Check the current rules on the Building Performance pool safety pages or with your council before you design the fence.
04Do pool gates have to close by themselves?
Yes. Gates in a pool barrier need to be self-closing and to latch properly, and they need to keep working over time. We hang gates on proper posts and hinges, and we can talk through the options on site. See also our gate installation page.
05Who inspects a pool barrier?
Residential pools must be inspected every three years. Owners can use the council or an independently qualified pool inspector, and councils can also inspect at other times. We build to the requirements you give us and flag anything that looks wrong, but the inspector decides whether a barrier passes.
06Do I need a building consent for a pool fence?
It depends on the barrier work and your council, so check before work starts. Ask your council whether your job needs a consent, and tell us early so the timing works. Councils outside Hamilton have their own processes.
07Can my existing fence or house wall be part of the barrier?
Sometimes, but only if it meets the requirements for a pool barrier, and an ordinary boundary fence often does not. Your council or an independently qualified pool inspector can confirm what will and will not be accepted before you spend money.
08How much does a pool fence cost?
It depends on the length, the height, the gates, the ground and whether an old fence needs to come out. We give you a clear quote after a free on-site visit. See what affects the cost of a new fence.
09Can you fix a pool fence that failed an inspection?
Send us the inspector's notice and we will look at what has to change and quote the work. Typical fixes involve gates, latches and gaps, but each barrier is different.
10What areas do you cover?
We build pool fences across Hamilton, Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Morrinsville, Ngāruawāhia, Huntly and the surrounding Waikato districts.
Need a pool fence or gate?
Tell us about the pool and your council's requirements, and we will come and measure up.