Many of the ponds we install include an auto-fill valve. This device keeps your water level consistent as ponds loose water due to splash and evaporation. We commonly install a simple water timer on the hose spigot, in order to feed the auto-fill every few days. Be warned! If you have one of these timers [...]
The pond winterization process actually begins in fall. Towards the end of October as the water temperature drops to 50 degrees your biological filter stops functioning as the bacteria dies off, and your aquatic plants start to die back. Dead organic matter dropping to the bottom of the pond creates an anaerobic situation and releases [...]
Many of you have been asking about the maintenance of your Ultima II filter. We’ve posted the instruction manual for you here. Aqua Ultraviolet Ultima II Filter Instruction Manual.
There are many reasons your pump may be working poorly or not at all. Let’s help you to troubleshoot your problem. There’s a chance that your pump isn’t getting any power. Check the circuit breaker and GFCI outlet to make sure neither of them have tripped. You can test the electrical source by plugging the [...]
Click on the image below for the Aqua Ultraviolet Classic UV Sterilizer Manual.
Today’s ponds are very low maintenance because of modern innovations such as up-flow filters and skimmers. Pond maintenance only takes a few minutes periodically, but ponds are not maintenance free. One of the most common problems with ponds is that the homeowner doesn’t properly clean the skimmer and eventually plant material gets behind the skimmer [...]
A pond that includes the modern equipment that has been around for about the last five years requires very little ongoing maintenance. I estimate that you might spend about five to ten minutes each week taking care of your pond. If you think about how much maintenance a piece of lawn takes mowing, edging, thatching, [...]
I’ve got Green Water and slimy algae in my pond….now what? There are three types of algae that can grow in your pond: Planktonic Algae: This is a free swimming algae that grows in warm water and turns the water a pea-soup green color so you can’t see the bottom or the fish. Filamentous Algae: [...]
Spring Tasks: • Drain and clean the pond. • Clean the Skimmer and Biofalls. • De-chlorinate the water before returning the fish to the pond. • Check the PH of your pond water BEFORE and AFTER the water change. • Add Beneficial Bacteria. • Fertilize the plants. • Begin using your Algae-Fix. • Use cool [...]