Transform Your Outdoors: Expert Tips and Inspiration

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Winter Maintenance

Pond/Pondless (Nov to Feb)

  • Inspect the filtration system and remove debris
  • Inspect the water level and adjust it if necessary
  • Assess water quality and add necessary water treatments*
  • Assess fish health and treat any issues found*
  • Installation of deicer and aerator* (if weather requires)
  • Verify hole in ice for gases to escape (if weather requires)
  • Report on findings

Deluxe Fall Services

Pond/Pondless (not all steps apply)

  • Install netting as early as September
  • Remove annual aquatic plants and trim perennial aquatic plants
  • Remove any visible leaves and debris
  • Remove pumps and winterize
  • Service auto-dosing system
  • Disconnect IonGen™ system
  • Remove netting
  • Report any recommendations for improvements or repairs*

Maintenance

Pond/Pondless (not all steps apply)

  • Number of visits according to package level
  • Remove debris from your water feature
  • Clean and service filtration system
  • Aquatic plant care
  • Assess fish health and treat any issues found*
  • Assess water quality and treat any issues found*
  • Inspect the water level and adjust it if necessary
  • Maintain auto dosing system
  • Maintain IonGen™ system
  • Inspect and adjust the lighting system
  • Refoam waterfall if necessary
  • Adjust and/or add gravel if necessary*
  • Report findings

Deluxe Spring Services

Pond/Pondless (not all steps apply)

  • Remove fish from your pond and store them in a sanitized holding tank
  • Drain and thoroughly rinse the water feature, removing any residual debris
  • Power wash water feature
  • Clean biological and mechanical filters
  • Clean, service, and reinstall pump(s)
  • Clean and service auto dosing system
  • Clean and service the IonGen™ system
  • Inspect the lighting system and make any adjustments
  • Maintenance of perennial aquatic plants
  • Refill & detoxify water feature (safe for fish, plants and wildlife)
  • Acclimate pond fish back into their environment
  • Complete water feature assessment with recommendations on products and enhancements*