Is a 4-foot fence tall enough for a pool?

• <div><p>The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.</p></div>

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Q: Can a retaining wall be a pool fence?

• <div><p>A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-a-retaining-wall.htm">retaining wall</a> can only function as a fence if it&rsquo;s high enough on all sides to prevent someone from accidentally falling into the pool. However, most retaining walls retain dirt, which means their purpose is not related to safety. There would need to be nothing on the other side of the wall for it to be considered a fence, but in that case, it wouldn&rsquo;t retain anything and would cease to be a retaining wall. </p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of adding an enclosure to a property?

• <div><p>Increases living space and adds value to the home through enhanced utility.</p></div>

Q: Are pool screen enclosures worth it?

• <div><p>Depending on your budget, wants, and needs, a pool enclosure can be a worthwhile investment. It all comes down to how much you use your pool, and what it would mean to you to have year-round access to it.</p><p>If you know that you'll swim in your pool a lot, then having an enclosure means you don't have to worry about the weather. It's also a lot easier to maintain the water, because you don't have to deal with leaves falling into the pool, and the water's chemical levels tend to be more stable.</p></div>

Q: What is the safest pool fence material?

• <div><p>Mesh and tempered glass are both very safe pool fencing options because they&rsquo;re difficult to climb. You might also want to consider installing a pool safety net, and always make sure your pool is maintained properly. You could even consider a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-swimming-pool-enclosure.htm">swimming pool enclosure</a> that surrounds the pool on all sides.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2025
Vance did a great job. We are very happy with our pool. He went above and beyond to make sure my wife was happy with the pool and the overall job. Definitely hire him if you need a pool.
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Reviewed in June 2022
Take this as your sign to hire Santella Electric! Matt and his team were absolutely Outstanding. From the moment of the original quote, to detailed walkthrough and explanation of options/process and to timely execution of work, it was a flawless and easy process! The entire team was...
Santella Electric
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Reviewed in April 2013
Overall experience was very satisfying. He knows what he is doing. He is clean and professional. I would highly recommend him.
KWD Electric Inc
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Reviewed in August 2015
Greg and crew at Fiskill pools gave us a great pool and patio. His work is top notch. We had seen a lot of friends that had used other companies and their complaints seem to never end. I am glad to say my wife and I could not be happier with Fiskill pools. Everything Greg promised he delivered....
FISHKILL POOLS
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Reviewed in November 2016
Uncertain to poor. Company insisted on completing the liner replacement, refilling the pool, in one day, without repairing the pool light, sealing light niche in vinyl. Thereafter they lost interest in repairing/replacing the light. Appointments were made and canceled at the last minute because...
NEAVE LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in July 2012
The day they arrived, everything was rushed. They were supposed to arrive the day before and map out the area for installation, and never did. Although the product installed was nice, there were issues during installation and they never returned to fix as promised. We heard similar stories from...
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Pool Construction and Installation questions, answered by experts

A retaining wall can only function as a fence if it’s high enough on all sides to prevent someone from accidentally falling into the pool. However, most retaining walls retain dirt, which means their purpose is not related to safety. There would need to be nothing on the other side of the wall for it to be considered a fence, but in that case, it wouldn’t retain anything and would cease to be a retaining wall.

Increases living space and adds value to the home through enhanced utility.

Depending on your budget, wants, and needs, a pool enclosure can be a worthwhile investment. It all comes down to how much you use your pool, and what it would mean to you to have year-round access to it.

If you know that you'll swim in your pool a lot, then having an enclosure means you don't have to worry about the weather. It's also a lot easier to maintain the water, because you don't have to deal with leaves falling into the pool, and the water's chemical levels tend to be more stable.

The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.

Mesh and tempered glass are both very safe pool fencing options because they’re difficult to climb. You might also want to consider installing a pool safety net, and always make sure your pool is maintained properly. You could even consider a swimming pool enclosure that surrounds the pool on all sides.

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