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How Much Does Pool Fencing Cost and Other FAQ

August 28, 2019 By Jessica Vdz

Part of pool ownership is installing and maintaining a pool fence. Whether you’re installing a pool fence for a new pool or upgrading your existing one, it’s likely the first question you want answered is: How much does pool fencing cost?

The price will, of course, depend on the material (glass or metal) as well as the size of the area that needs to be fenced. Therefore, it’s always best to book in a measure and quote for a small call-out fee of $20 to get an accurate price.

Glass Pool Fencing Styles

A metal pool fence (steel and aluminium) is both affordable and durable, although not as attractive as a glass pool fence.

The two types of glass pool fencing are

Frameless glass fencing
Semi -frameless glass fencing

Frameless glass is the most stylish type of pool fence, creating an elegant, yet secure, pool barrier while permitting a clear line of sight across your property. Semi-frameless fencing is a good compromise if you can’t afford the frameless option. The glass panels are separated by posts, but will still create an elegant finish and semi-frameless is cheaper than frameless.

Is My Pool Fence Compliant?

All pools need a well-maintained safety barrier that complies with current pool safety legislation. If you’re not sure whether your pool fence complies read this guide to Queensland pool fence safety. It provides advice on how to make sure your pool fence is compliant as well as responsibilities of owners and tenants.

Fencing Solutions in Cairns installs glass fencing as well as metal fencing and timber fencing. Contact Marcel to arrange a visit to your property and a quote for a small call-out fee of $20.

Best Fencing Contractors in Cairns: Read Our Reviews

April 9, 2019 By Jessica Vdz

Trying to find the best local fencing contractor isn’t easy. When looking to build a new fence, a typical customer will want

High-quality materials
Durability
Affordability
Attractive

If you need a fence in Cairns, there are plenty of companies to choose from, so it’s important to do your research. Here’s what some of our recent customers have to say about us.

Cairns Pool Fencing Reviews

“Highly recommend. Managed to fit our job in within a week. Excellent work and very efficient. Easy to communicate as well.” – Shyam

“Great job at a reasonable price. Highly recommended.” – Richard

“Had a gate installed between our house and pool fence. Marcel came and quoted when he said he would and installed it on the same day. His quote was $220 cheaper than the other quote and his work was excellent. I would highly recommend.” – Mitch

Best Pool Fencing Reviews

“Marcel from Cairns Pool Fencing was very helpful, provided great advice and did a fantastic job on our pool fence! Our new pool applies with all councils Pool Safety Standards, Thanks Marcel.” – Luke

“Used Marcel and his crew a couple of times to install some large steel shade sail posts. On time, great team, excellent work and unbeatable price. For anything fencing, You won’t go wrong here.” – Kerry

“Marcel provided an outstanding service. I phoned 3 different companies before – one wanted a huge call out fee, the second never answered or returned call, the third rudely said he was booked out for at least a month and hung up. Marcel on the other hand was professional, made time to come by late on a friday to check the fence and then squeeze us in the following day, very reasonable rates and all done quickly with a top quality outcome. I wouldn’t look elsewhere in cairns based on our experience.” – Corinne

Cairns Colorbond Fencing Contractors

If you are looking for Colorbond Fencing in Cairns, get in touch with Marcel from Fencing Solutions. Quality and affordability are always our priority.

Summer Pool Maintenance

January 15, 2019 By fencingsolutions

Keeping your pool looking its best all summer doesn’t have to be hard work. With some simple weekly maintenance, your pool will be ready to swim in whenever the heat hits. Keep your pool clean and ensure the chemical levels are properly balanced with these simple tips.

Top Summer Pool Maintenance Tips

Balance The Water

Poor water should be properly maintained all year round to ensure the safety of swimmers, as well as to keep the interior of your pool protected. There are 5 key elements to maintaining water quality in a swimming pool:

pH level
total alkalinity (TA)
calcium hardness
filtration
chlorination

A pool’s PH should be between 7 and 7.6, while the levels of chlorine will depend on a number of factors including what type of pump system you have, filtration, water level and amount of debris. More vigilance is needed in summer as high temperatures can cause evaporation and lead to water levels falling below the skimmer box.

Read more about swimming pool water quality

Pool Maintenance Video

Check out the video below to ensure your pool stays looking its best all summer.

Summer Pool Fencing Maintenance

Is your pool fence in need of some TLC? Secure pool fencing and a compliant safety gate are essential for the safety of your family and visitors to your home. Talk to Fencing Solutions in Cairns for a free assessment and quote of your pool area.

Winter Fence Maintenance

July 2, 2018 By fencingsolutions

While winter in Cairns isn’t as cold as winter in the southern parts of Australia, temperatures are still milder, and the humidity drops. Combine this with low rainfall and you have the perfect weather conditions to get out in the garden and carry out your winter fence maintenance.

Fence Maintenance Tips For Winter

A few simple checks and minor touch-ups will keep your fence in top condition for the year ahead.

Cut back overhanging tree limbs and shrubbery. Rake up leaves to prevent them piling up around your fence (leaves = moisture).
Try not to have things leaning on your fence (ladders, toys and yard equipment for example) as these can cause unnecessary strain and areas of weakness.
Touch up minor scratches with paint where required.
Complete repairs to fence panels and posts while the weather is dry.

Maintenance For Colorbond Fences

One of the best features of Colorbond fencing is that it is low maintenance. However, there are a few minor tasks you should perform to ensure it stays looking its best

Hose down your fence to remove cobwebs and built up dirt, soil and salt.
Check the perimeter of your fence to make sure there aren’t any areas of rust or other damage.
Check the base of your fence to ensure soil isn’t building up. This is the most important part of Colorbond fence maintenance you can perform. Soil needs to be kept approx 20 mm below the rails to prevent corrosion.
Don’t use fertilisers or weed sprays around your Colorbond Fence.

Time to replace your fence in Cairns? Fencing Solutions has all your pool fencing and Colorbond fencing needs covered. Contact us for a free fencing quote today.

Do I Need Swimming Pool Insurance?

April 11, 2018 By Jessica Vdz

Setting up pool fencing is a priority for pool owners because it ensures the safety of their family, and it is required by law. But if there’s one thing many pool owners don’t often consider, it’s pool insurance. While it is not mandatory like pool fencing, swimming pool insurance is an important consideration to make, especially when you factor in the cost of pool ownership in the long term. Having pool insurance is also a great idea if you’re not too sure if your existing home and contents insurance will provide coverage for your pool.

If you can’t still decide whether to get pool insurance or not, here are some practical reasons why you should consider taking it out.

Swimming Pool Damage

Because you can’t predict when an accident will occur, it’s best to be prepared for the worst-case scenario. For example, severe wind might launch a foreign object into your pool causing structural damage. If you don’t want to have to pay for the repair costs yourself, it makes sense to check if your swimming pool is covered by insurance.

Damage To Pool Fencing

For some people, their pool fencing is more than just a safety feature for their pool. Pool fencing can also be an important investment, especially if your fencing matches your pool surrounds. If you have the right cover, you can make an insurance claim for damaged fencing should the gate, or one of the fence panels become damaged due to weather or another unforeseen circumstance.

Protect Your Pool Equipment

Pool pumps, solar heating systems, and pool maintenance equipment are not cheap.If they are damaged in an extreme weather event, repairing or replacing them can put a real dent in your bank account! If you’re unsure if they will be covered by your home and contents insurance, having pool insurance can give you peace of mind.

Need help making a pool damage insurance claim? Fencing Solutions can help. We can process and handle all insurance claims for pool fencing damaged during storms or accidents, providing fast and accurate turnaround on quotes and repairs.