In Virginia Even Hot Tubs Need A Fence
Most people think of pool fences as a necessary evil. Something that you have to put up with, but don’t really want to. The fact is, if you have a pool and children, a fence is not only necessary, it’s the law in here in Virginia! Let’s discuss the importance of pool fences, and why you should install one before your first swim of the season.
There are two main reasons for having a pool fence. The first is to keep young children from getting into the pool area without supervision. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death for children under the age of five, and most of those deaths occur in residential pools. A fence is the best way to prevent unsupervised access to your pool.
The second reason for having a fence is to protect yourself from liability. If a child were to wander into your yard and drown in your pool, you could be facing heavy fines, lawsuits, and even jail time. Even if the child climbed over or went under the fence, you could still be held liable if it can be shown that you should have known there was a danger and done something to prevent it.
In Virginia, the law regarding pool fencing even includes Hot Tubs. Anything with 2 feet of water for “bathing” is included in the wording of the law.
So, as you can see, there are plenty of good reasons to install a pool fence. Not only will it keep your family safe, but it will also give you peace of mind knowing that you’re doing everything you can to protect yourself from liability. So why not take the plunge and get a fence installed today? You’ll be glad you did!
If you have any questions about pool fences or need help choosing the right one for your home, we are happy to provide a no-hassle estimate.
