Fence Projects
Pool Fences
A pool fence has one job that matters more than looks: keeping small children out. We build enclosures that meet the rules and still look good.
Pool fences are the one kind of fence where the rules are strict and for good reason. Most Ontario municipalities require a pool enclosure permit, a minimum height, limited gaps and footholds, and gates that close and latch by themselves. Stakeline Fence Co. builds pool enclosures that meet your municipality's requirements, and we coordinate the details with your pool installer so the permit and inspection go smoothly.
What's included
- Permit-ready layout — a site plan showing the pool, the enclosure and the gates, for your pool enclosure permit application.
- Compliant heights and gaps — fence height, picket spacing and ground clearance built to the local by-law.
- No climbable footholds — rails on the pool side or designs without horizontal footholds on the outside.
- Self-closing, self-latching gates — hinges and latches that close and lock every time, with latches mounted out of a child's reach.
- Material options — ornamental aluminum, vinyl, wood or a combination.
- Inspection-ready finish — everything checked against the permit before the town's inspection.
How the job runs
- Site visit. We measure around the pool, check the house walls and doors that form part of the enclosure, and plan gate locations.
- Written quote and site plan. Materials, gates, hardware and the drawing for your permit.
- Build. Locates confirmed, posts set, panels installed and gates hung.
- Gate test. Every gate is tested to close and latch from any position before we leave.
Timing with your pool build
Pools usually can't be filled until the enclosure has passed inspection, so the fence often sets the schedule. We work with your pool installer on access for equipment, then close the enclosure as soon as the heavy work is done. Need a temporary fence during construction? Ask us. For the rest of the yard, see privacy fences and gates.
What affects the cost of pool fences
Pool fence prices depend on the length of the enclosure, the material and the number of gates, since self-closing hinges and pool-rated latches add cost to each one. Ornamental aluminum is usually priced per panel, vinyl and wood per foot. The permit fee and any deposit are set by the municipality. Tight access around the pool, slopes and coordinating the schedule with a pool installation can also affect the price.
Pool Fences questions
Do I need a permit for a pool fence?
In most Ontario municipalities, yes. A pool enclosure permit is usually required before the pool is built or filled, followed by an inspection. We prepare the site plan and confirm the current rules for your address.
Can my house wall be part of the pool enclosure?
Often, yes, but doors and windows that open onto the pool area may need alarms, self-closing hardware or other measures. Rules vary by municipality, and we check them before building.
What makes a gate pool-compliant?
It must close and latch by itself from any open position, with the latch mounted high or on the pool side where small children can't reach it. Many by-laws also require gates to swing away from the pool.
How tall does a pool fence need to be?
It depends on your municipality. Many Ontario towns require at least four feet, and some ask for more. Gaps under and between pickets are also limited. We check the current by-law for your address before designing the enclosure.
Where we offer pool fences
We provide pool fences for homeowners in Windsor, LaSalle and Tecumseh. See what to expect in your area:
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