Common questions about the Kid-Safe Gate

What do pool codes usually require from a gate?

Most codes call for a gate that self-closes, self-latches, and opens away from the pool, with the latch mounted at a specified height. The exact numbers vary by jurisdiction — verify yours with the local inspection office before ordering.

Does this gate meet my local code?

It's built to meet ASTM pool safety standards, which many local codes reference — but local amendments are common. Check with your inspector, and bring us the requirements; we'll confirm the configuration against them.

Do I need the matching panels too?

The gate is one component of a compliant barrier — fence height, picket spacing, and clearances all count. Our kid-safe panels are built for the same purpose, and ordering them together keeps the enclosure consistent.

Can I install a pool gate myself?

The gate is the fussiest part of a pool fence — hinge tension, latch height, and swing direction all have to be right for it to pass inspection and keep working. Handy owners can do it; around Wilmington, NC we're glad to.

Why aluminum for a pool fence?

Pool environments are wet and chlorinated, and aluminum doesn't rust. The powder-coated finish never needs paint, and the open picket design keeps sightlines to the water clear.