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I shut my aerator off for the winter, will I have to introduce it slowly again in the spring? | Pond & Lakes Q&A

Posted on February 25, 2011 by thepondguy

As pond owners we buy aeration systems for our water bodies with the intentions of creating a cleaner and healthier environment for both ourselves and our fish. While aeration systems are great at eliminating water stratification and promoting the ideal environment for a healthy pond, the key to proper use is proper installation.

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What is the difference between adding bacteria and adding enzymes? | Pond & Lakes Q & A

Posted on February 18, 2011 by thepondguy

When searching for natural water treatments for your pond and lake you may have noticed products advertising beneficial bacteria and some labeled as enzymes, both claiming to produce the same results, a reduction in muck! So just what is the difference between adding bacteria and adding an enzyme?

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Should I still be doing maintenance on my aeration system this time of year? | Pond & Lakes Q & A

Posted on February 12, 2011 by thepondguy

Your aeration system is a very important tool in keeping your pond clean and healthy throughout the entire year. Whether your are just starting your system up for the first time this season or have been aerating your pond all winter long there is never a bad time to do a quick maintenance check on your aeration equipment.

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I have an aeration system but the pond is frozen over, am I still getting aeration? | Pond & Lakes Q & A

Posted on January 28, 2011 by thepondguy

Even if you’ve been running your aeration system diligently throughout the winter to protect your fish, it is still possible for your pond freeze over. It is not uncommon for the cold weather to close up the holes created by your aeration system during a streak of particularly frigid winter days.

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How early can you start planning for your pond? | Q & A

Posted on January 21, 2011 by thepondguy

If you were one of the many pond owners plagued by algae, pond muck, excessive weeds or green water last year one of your New Year resolutions may have revolved around your pond or water garden.

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If I have a spring running into my pond do I still need aeration? – Ponds & Lakes Q & A

Posted on November 12, 2010 by thepondguy

Natural springs are an excellent source of water to fill and maintain a farm pond or lake. The volume of water and the rate at which it flows into your pond varies depending on the magnitude of the spring.

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What benefits are there for aeration during the winter? – Ponds & Lakes Q & A

Posted on October 27, 2010 by thepondguy

One of the best features of an aeration system is its ability to perform all season long. Your aeration system will play a major role in breaking down the leaves and debris that made its way into the pond during the fall which will promote a healthier pond throughout the winter and easier maintenance come spring.

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When should I remove the fountain from my pond? – Ponds & Lakes Q & A

Posted on October 12, 2010 by thepondguy

While we’re not particularly anxious for winter to arrive it is in our best interest to start preparing for the cold that will inevitably come. Since you are working not only outdoors but in the water as well you may want to get a jump start.

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I’ve always been curious to know just what really lives down in my pond. – Ponds & Lakes Q & A

Posted on September 9, 2010 by thepondguy

Your pond is a beautiful and enjoyable addition to your back yard and just as it is full of water, it is also full of mysteries. Since we have at one time or another used our ponds for swimming, fishing, or maybe irrigation we can only wonder, “What really lives beneath the surface of my pond?”

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How do I know if I have proper aeration? – Pond & Lake Q & A

Posted on August 19, 2010 by thepondguy

When purchasing your aeration system you were told it will promote a clean, healthy pond with less algae and clear water. With more and more customers installing aeration systems in their ponds now may be a good time to discuss some of the assumptions and mistakes made when choosing an aeration system.

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