Category Archives: Pond Aeration / Fountains
Calculating Motor Run Cost
Users often ask how much electrical cost they will experience operating a pump or aerator motor. Simple enough to determine using information found on the motor or manufacture’s literature and a bill from their electric company. The basic formula to … Continue reading
Well Maintained Pond Increases Property Value
When it comes to improving home values and allowing for a quick resale opportunity, most people look to the obvious, kitchen, bathrooms, updating color schemes, and even landscaping, but have you ever thought about your pond? Whether you are in … Continue reading
Why Ponds Turn Into a Swamp
We often hear in August: “How can I get rid of scum that is ruining the look of my pond and smells terrible?” To understand what you are facing you need to know about the natural processes at work. Once … Continue reading
Fish Suffer with Low Oxygen Levels
It is no secret that fish and other aquatic organisms require oxygen to survive and grow. Dissolved Oxygen is naturally added to water through diffusion at the surface and through oxygen producing processes like photosynthesis. Very often, these natural oxygen … Continue reading