Pool Barrier Fencing
Pool Fence in Gastonia, NC
J & G Fence Company, Inc. builds pool fence in Gastonia, NC with self-closing, self-latching gates. We confirm the code requirements before we build, and the estimate is free.
A Pool Fence in Gastonia, NC Built Around Safety
A pool fence is a barrier around a swimming pool, built so that young children and visitors cannot wander in without an adult. It is often the last protection between an open yard and open water, and pool barriers are also covered by building code, so the fence has to meet the rules where you live, not just look good.
J & G Fence Company, Inc. has built fences across Gaston County and the greater Piedmont since 1989. We build pool fencing for homeowners with new pools, pools still under construction and older pools that need a better barrier. Call (704) 868-3559, and we will come look at your yard, your pool and where the gates need to go.
When Your Pool Needs a New Barrier
Some pool owners call us about a pool fence in Gastonia, NC before the first shovel hits the ground. Others call when an existing fence no longer does its job, and these are the typical reasons to start the conversation:
- You are installing a new pool and need a barrier around it
- Your current fence has gaps, loose pickets or rails a child could climb
- A gate no longer swings shut or latches on its own
- You bought a home with a pool and are not sure the fence meets current rules
- Young children or grandchildren are around the pool more often
- You want a barrier that keeps your view of the water open
A gate that has to be pulled shut by hand defeats the purpose of the barrier, which is why we examine every gate first during a pool fence visit. Hinges, latches and gate posts usually tell us more than the fence panels do.
How a Pool Fence Project Works
A pool fence in Gastonia, NC has less room for error than a backyard fence, so we plan it carefully from the first visit. Here is how the project typically proceeds.
Look at the Pool and the Yard
We walk the pool area with you and note the decking, the equipment, the doors from the house and the paths people take, then tell you honestly what the barrier requires.
Confirm the Code Requirements
Pool barrier rules are set by building code and enforced locally. Before we build, we confirm what applies at your address, check whether a permit is needed and plan the fence and gates to meet it.
Build the Barrier and Hang the Gates
Our own crew sets the posts, installs the fence panels and hangs each gate with self-closing hinges and a self-latching latch, following the plan in your free written estimate.
Test Every Gate Before We Leave
We open and release every gate to confirm it swings shut and latches automatically, and we triple-check the entire barrier before we call the job finished.
Building a Pool Code Fence to Local Requirements
A pool code fence is a fence built to meet the barrier requirements of the residential building code where the pool sits. Those requirements are enforced by the local building inspector, and the details can differ from one town or county to the next. We work on both sides of the state line, so we never assume a rule from one place applies in another.
J & G builds to the code the local inspector enforces, and we confirm the requirements before we build. We look at the fence height, the spacing of pickets, the ground clearance under the fence and how the gates close and latch. We also identify anything near the fence that a child could use to climb over it.
If you live in a neighborhood with an HOA, check its rules on fence style and color too. A pool barrier has to satisfy the code first, and we will help you find a style that also suits the neighborhood. If anything is unclear, we raise it at the estimate, not after the fence is up.
Self-Closing Pool Gate Hardware and Latches
The gate is the part of a pool barrier that sees the most use, and it is the part most likely to fail. A self-closing pool gate swings shut on its own after someone walks through, and a self-latching latch then catches without anyone having to push it closed. Together, they keep the barrier secure even when someone forgets.
We pay close attention to gate hardware, because the hinges need the correct tension to pull the gate fully closed, and the latch has to line up every time. A gate post that leans even a little can keep a latch from catching, so we set gate posts with extra care.
Think about how you use the yard when we plan the gates. A narrow gate works for foot traffic to the pool, and a wider opening may be needed elsewhere for a mower or pool equipment. Our page on custom fence gates covers walk gates and wider openings for the rest of the yard.
Aluminum Pool Fence and Other Barrier Styles
An aluminum pool fence is a practical, attractive way to enclose a pool, because aluminum and ornamental steel fences are decorative and can be built to pool code. The open pickets let you see the pool from the house, and the finish blends into the yard instead of enclosing it like a wall.
We build aluminum and ornamental steel fence in several styles, and the same look can continue from the pool area to the rest of the property. That gives you one consistent fence instead of a combination of materials.
Some families want additional privacy around the pool, so if that describes you, mention it during the estimate, and we will talk through which styles can serve as a pool barrier fence where you live. The fence still has to meet the local code, so we confirm that before we recommend anything.
What Affects the Price of a Pool Fence
Every pool fence is priced from your yard and the regulations at your address, and the free written estimate gives you the real number. These are the main things that affect it:
- The length of fence needed to enclose the pool
- The material and style you choose
- The number of gates and the hardware each one needs
- Slopes, patios, decks and walls the fence has to meet
- Removing an old fence before the new one goes in
- Any extra work the local code or permit calls for
We explain each line on the estimate, so you know what you are paying for before work starts. That holds for every pool fence in Gastonia, NC and the towns we serve nearby.
Why Pool Owners Choose J & G Fence Company, Inc.
A pool barrier is about safety, so it should be built by people who take the details seriously. The crew members who build your fence are J & G employees, not rotating subcontractors or day labor, and they understand exactly how we want every gate hung and every latch adjusted.
We have been building fences in the Gastonia area since 1989, and we are still locally owned and operated. Tim runs the day-to-day with Angie, who keeps the office and the schedule on track. We tell you what your pool area actually needs, put the price in writing and triple-check the work before we call it done.
Pool Fence Questions
Every board on this fence is a question we hear often. Pick one and it swings open.
Does a pool fence need a self-closing gate?
Pool gates generally need to close and latch on their own, which is why every pool gate we build is self-closing and self-latching. The exact rules come from the code your local inspector enforces. We confirm those requirements before we build, so the gate hardware, the latch and the fence around it are planned to meet them from the start.
Is aluminum a good choice for fencing a pool?
Aluminum is a strong choice for many pools. It is decorative, it can be built to pool code, and its open pickets keep the water visible from the house. It also matches the ornamental steel fence many homeowners use elsewhere on the property. We will show you the styles that work for your yard during the free estimate.
Can my existing backyard fence serve as the pool barrier?
Sometimes it can, but it depends on the fence and the local code. Height, gaps, climbable rails and the way each gate closes all matter. We look at your current fence during the estimate and tell you honestly whether it can work, whether it needs changes or whether a new barrier is the better choice.
Who checks whether my pool fence needs a permit?
We check the town's or county's fence and pool rules before we build and tell you whether a permit applies. Requirements can differ between towns in North Carolina and South Carolina, so we confirm them for your address first. Any permit step is covered when we go over your free written estimate together.
Should the pool fence go up before the pool is finished?
It helps to call us while the pool is still being built. We can see where the decking, equipment and doors will be and plan the barrier around them. Early planning also gives time to confirm the code requirements for your address. Call (704) 868-3559 to set up a visit to your yard.
Plan a Safer Pool Area With J & G
Tell us about your pool, and we will come out to look at the yard and the gates. Call Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or request your free written estimate online.