Maintenance

Anything Aquatic can customize a maintenance program that fits your needs. From monthly service during the growing season to seasonal tasks in Spring and Fall, we will provide the level of service you require.

The amount of maintenance required for a water garden is dependent on many factors:

  • pond size and depth
  • sunlight
  • aquatic plants
  • fish
  • windborne debris
  • filtration
  • owner’s needs

Also, conditions may vary from year to year, requiring changes in the maintenance tasks. Because water gardens are so dynamic, it is important to select a company that will take the time to understand your specific requirements. Anything Aquatic can help you get more enjoyment out of your water feature.

Sample Maintenance Program

Spring Opening:

  • Remove debris
  • Divide and re-pot plant
  • Fertilize plants
  • Clean and service pumps and filtration
  • Clean and store de-icers
  • Perform water change
  • Re-seed with filter bacteria

Growing Season (monthly):

  • Remove debris
  • Fertilize lotus and lilies
  • Trim dead foliage
  • Clean and service pumps and filtration
  • Add filter bacteria and enzymes
  • Refill pond as needed

Early Fall:

  • Remove debris
  • Trim dead foliage
  • Remove tropical plants
  • Divide and re-pot plants
  • Place netting over pond to minimize leaf debris

Fall Closing:

  • Remove and store netting
  • Trim dead foliage
  • Move plants to the bottom
  • Shut down waterfall if necessary
  • Clean and service pumps and filtration
  • Install de-icers

Pricing

Monthly Service: $50 per man-hour plus materials

Seasonal Service (Spring & Fall): $60 per man-hour plus materials

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