Pool safety fences
Safety around your pool, done right.
A pool fence protects the people you love, especially young children. In Florida, residential pool barriers must meet specific requirements. We plan and install your pool fence around them, with gates that close and latch on their own.
Pool Safety Fences
Why choose it
Planned around the code
We plan the barrier around Florida's pool safety requirements and the local permit process.
Self-closing, self-latching gates
Gates open outward, away from the pool, and close and latch automatically.
Material options
Aluminum and vinyl are the most common choices, each with its own look.
Peace of mind
A properly installed barrier is one of the most important layers of protection around a pool.
Florida requirements at a glance
- The barrier must be at least 4 feet high on the outside.
- It cannot have gaps, openings or parts that would let a young child crawl under, squeeze through or climb over it.
- It must surround the pool and be separate from other yard fences, unless that fence is on the pool perimeter and meets the same requirements.
- Gates must open outward, away from the pool, and be self-closing and self-latching, with the release on the pool side, out of a young child's reach.
- A wall of the house can be part of the barrier only if it has no door or window that opens to the pool area.
Source: Florida Statutes, Chapter 515 (Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act), section 515.29. Local codes may add requirements.
Pool Safety Fences
Styles and options
Aluminum pool fence
Keeps the pool in view; the most common choice.
Vinyl pool fence
More privacy for the pool area.
Pool gates
Self-closing hinges and self-latching hardware.
Pool Safety Fences
Care and maintenance
- Test your gates every month: they must close and latch on their own from any open position.
- Keep chairs, planters and pool equipment away from the fence so they cannot be used to climb it.
- Lubricate hinges and adjust latches when needed.
- Repair any damage right away.
Good to know
In the City of Orlando, a fence used as a required pool barrier needs a permit, even when a regular fence of the same height would not. In unincorporated Orange County, a pool barrier goes through the building permit process. We guide you through what applies to your address.
Pool Safety Fences
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a pool fence?
In most cases, yes. Pool barriers are one of the situations that require a permit in Orlando and Orange County.
Can my backyard fence be my pool barrier?
It can, if it is on the pool perimeter and meets all barrier requirements. Many homeowners prefer a separate fence directly around the pool.
How tall does a pool fence need to be?
At least 4 feet, measured on the outside. A taller fence is fine as long as local rules allow it.
Ready to talk about your fence?
Free on-site estimate, a written quote the same day and a 1-year workmanship warranty.
Other fence types
Privacy · Low maintenance
Vinyl (PVC) Privacy
The favorite for backyard privacy. Never needs painting or staining, resists moisture and insects, and keeps a clean look for years.
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Ornamental Aluminum
The elegance of wrought iron without the rust. A frequent choice for front yards, pools and HOA communities.
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Wood
Pressure-treated pine and cedar for natural warmth and classic curb appeal, typically the most accessible option upfront.
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Chain Link
Practical and durable for large properties, pets and commercial sites. Available in galvanized or black vinyl-coated finishes.
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Gates
Single, double and driveway gates in vinyl, aluminum, wood and chain link, installed to match your fence and to swing smoothly for years.
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