How-To Articles

As a warning - you will be exposing a lit UV bulb - Do NOT look directly at the light. Use your peripheral vision.

Article Posted: 08/22/2017 10:21:15 AM

What's great about OxiClear, is how fast it works. It's ability to work so quickly is through a powerful oxidation reaction that occurs when OxiClear comes in direct contact with the algae.

Article Posted: 08/22/2017 09:23:18 AM

This vacuum is a workhorse, but will require a small amount of patience due to an auto fill and drain cycle, or on/off cycle.

Article Posted: 08/08/2017 01:59:40 PM

Before you start draining, you'll first want to make sure all the necessary supplies are on hand.

Article Posted: 08/08/2017 11:51:12 AM

There's nothing worse than watching your pond turn green or getting thick algae build up on the stones in your waterfall.

Article Posted: 07/19/2017 11:33:06 AM

Now that summer has arrived, there are a few things to be monitor in order to keep your pond from becoming a hot, unhealthy mess.

Article Posted: 07/12/2017 11:16:11 AM

How to clean a mag drive pump

Article Posted: 06/22/2017 02:38:07 PM

Throughout the year, we get a lot of calls with, 'my UV is not working.' So, today we're going to troubleshoot one specific manufacturer, two units, Aquascape.

Article Posted: 06/22/2017 12:59:19 PM

Keeping a healthy clean pond during the summer months can be easy - with just some general light maintenance. Let's jump right in and review these easy steps.

Article Posted: 06/21/2017 01:51:26 PM

To ensure your Aquaforce Pump is functioning properly, it should be inspected on a regular basis. If you've noticed the water flow has lessened, and you've already thoroughly cleaned the outer cage, the next step is to clean the internals and inspect the rotor.

Article Posted: 06/16/2017 03:43:02 PM

At one point or another you've probably come across the issue of having too much flow. Meaning ... your pump is too strong.

Article Posted: 06/16/2017 03:05:20 PM

If you're seeing a bubbling or foaming on the surface of the pond, more often at the base of your waterfall-this generally means there is an excess of proteins or dissolved organics in the water. These are a completely normal part of the biological process and a common occurrence in the spring when the pond balance has not yet been established. Their origin stems from a few areas.

Article Posted: 06/16/2017 02:26:51 PM

A question I receive a lot throughout the year is, and How to install an Aqua UV in my Savio Skimmer? Today, I'll walk you through those steps.

Article Posted: 06/16/2017 01:30:00 PM

While some water loss in your pond is normal through evaporation and sometimes splashing, significant loss is a problem. The first step in fixing a leak is finding the leak. So, if your pond is losing water, there are a few steps to take.

Article Posted: 06/16/2017 01:11:36 PM

As a pond owner or prospective - the importance of a healthy clean ecosystem is huge. Follow these 5 steps to help maintain a clean pond.

Article Posted: 06/15/2017 09:08:37 AM

A safe, nontoxic way of controlling these pests is through the use of Microbe-Lift Biological Mosquito Control, or BMC for short.

Article Posted: 06/01/2017 09:03:03 AM

Depending on what part of the country you live in, fish will have to face natural predators. Today, we'll discuss two of the most common.

Article Posted: 05/25/2017 08:42:10 AM

When you bring new fish home they will need to be acclimated to their new environment, mainly the temperature of the water.

Article Posted: 04/14/2017 07:53:49 PM

If you're in the process of building a new pond, you're bound to make a few mistakes. Everyone does. Today, I'm going to review the top 3 most common mistakes made, and hopefully shedding some light on these will help you avoid making them.

Article Posted: 04/13/2017 04:51:18 PM

With spring right around the corner, it is time to get a little maintenance done on your pond.

Article Posted: 04/13/2017 02:14:24 PM