Secret Formula - Clearing up Green Water Pond in conjunction with IonGen Instructions
Sunday, September 12th, 2010We have experienced some green water ponds that the IonGen has not been able to clear up. According to the Aquascape Tech’s IonGen experts, there appear to be some forms of Planktonic algae that the IonGen is unable to totally conquer. Apparently the levels of copper which would be required to kill this algae would […]
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Snakes in your Pond?
Monday, September 6th, 2010We have had several questions recently about snakes in the pond such as this one below. Since we have never had any snakes in our Southern California pond, here are some suggestions that we have received. Would love to hear more. Question: I am plagued with water snakes in my pond. Aside from the fact that […]
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Filtration Systems 101 - A Basic Overview of Filtration Systems from Aquascape
Thursday, August 19th, 2010Aquascape has just provided this basic overview of pond filtration systems. It defines the different types of filtration systems available and discusses the theory and science behind each type. It has been written for contractors to get a better understanding of pond filtration but also is a good refresher course for us pond enthusiasts. Filtering […]
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Maintaining your Mag-Drive Pump
Saturday, July 24th, 2010In the last few years, many of us have switched over from our old energy-hog seal-leaking submersible pumps to the newer, much more energy-efficient and often-times cheaper Magnetic drive pumps (think Aquascape’s Aquasurge for waterfall pumps from 2,000 to 7,000 gph andUltra Pump for 350 – 2,000 gph). These pumps require different maintenance procedures than the […]
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Low Voltage Wiring Tips
Sunday, April 25th, 2010It’s that time of year when we get a lot of questions about Low Voltage lighting. Most of the questions relate to: Transformer Capacity Splicing Wires Wiring Layout The great thing about Low Voltage lighting is that it is impossible to electrocute yourself. If you do not want to use the custom “Quick-connect” plugs that […]
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Another Green Water and String Algae Question
Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010As winter thaws out, the algae questions have been coming hot and heavy. We have addressed this question before but I think it bears repeating as many of you are new to our FaceBook page as we have been adding about 50 new fans a day. This is a great question that is typical of […]
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Spring Clean-out Instructions!
Saturday, March 20th, 2010It’s getting to be that time of year and we get a lot of questions about how to prepare the pond in the springtime. Here are some Spring Clean-out tips from Aquascape. Spring clean outs are usually done early spring, before your pond awakens from it’s winter dormancy. Clean outs should take place before water […]
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Getting Rid of Algae and Clearing Water
Saturday, March 6th, 2010I get asked at least 5 times a day in the summer the dreaded “Why is my water Green?” or “How do I get rid of Algae?” questions. If you ask 10 different Pond Experts you will get at least 15 different answers. After years of Ponding, I have found the following to […]
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Troubleshooting Pump Problems
Wednesday, February 24th, 2010We have been getting a lot of questions about reviving dead pumps as many of you in the North are trying to start up your ponds for the spring. In this Aquascape Video, Dave Kelly – The Tech Guy – brings up some great tips on steps to go through to bring your pump back […]
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Winterizing the Pond
Sunday, February 21st, 2010Just received this common question regarding winterizing the pond: Question: “I do have a problem and I am hoping you can help. I live in Columbus, Ohio and my pond is approximately 10’x10′ and 2′ in depth with a waterfall/stream. I am having difficulties keeping the pond from freezing over and/or keeping a whole in the ice. I […]
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