Tools needed for a Pond Clean Up
Pond Clean Up requires tools to cut and rake up weeds, and break up muck Your pond is a mess! It’s filled with pond weeds and other organic material such as fallen trees, grass clippings and leaves from nearby trees and bushes. It is time for a pond clean up! The...
7 Proven Geese Deterrents for your Pond
7 Proven Geese Deterrents For Your Pond If your pond is overrun with Canadian geese turning your pond into their personal playground, you're not alone. Canadian Geese have become increasingly problematic for pond owners across North Carolina, with non-migratory geese...
Pond Construction Professionals in North Carolina
Build a Pond Yourself or Hire a Pond Construction Professional? Should You Hire a Pond Construction Professional or Build a Pond Yourself? Constructing a pond on your property introduces a beautiful natural element that can improve your property values. It is...
Should I Add Fish and Plants to My New Pond?
Should I Add Fish and Plants to My New Pond?WHAT'S IN THIS BLOG? ο Add Fish And Plants To A New Pond To Help Create A Healthy Pond Ecosystem ο The Importance of a Balanced Ecosystem ο Aquatic Plants ο Fish For Your Pond ο Test Your Water Chemistry...
Building a Pond In North Carolina
Building a Pond in North Carolina: A Helpful GuideWHAT'S IN THIS BLOG? ο Build your pond right from the Start ο Building a Pond in North Carolina. What your need to know ο How to Build a Pond in North Carolina: The Essentials ο What Does it Cost to Build a...
When to Treat Weed & Algae: Your Complete Timing Guide
When to Treat Weed & Algae Growth: Your Complete Timing GuideWHAT'S IN THIS BLOG? o When should you apply Pond Treatments? ο Understanding Seasonal Treatment Windows ο Water Temperature Guidelines for Treatment Success ο Recognize Early Warning Signs ο ...
How Pond Aeration Works? A Complete Guide for Property Owners
How Pond Aeration Works? A Complete Guide For Property OwnersWHAT'S IN THIS BLOG? o How Pond Aeration Works? Bring your pond back to life ο Understanding Pond Stratification and Its Problems ο The Science Behind Pond Aeration Systems ο Benefits of Proper Pond...
Installing a Custom Pond Trash Bar Guard
Six Reasons to Install a Custom Pond Trash Bar Guard on Your Pond’s Outlet Pipes Custom Pond Trash Bar Guard InstallationOne often overlooked yet critical component of pond maintenance is protecting the outlet pipes. These pipes help regulate water levels and...
Stormwater Retention Pond Construction
Stormwater Retention Pond Construction in North Carolina Stormwater Retention Pond Construction | Building a Retention Pond in North CarolinaStormwater Control Solutions are more critical than ever, with rising urban development and unpredictable weather patterns...
The Difference between Pond Algae and Pond Weeds
The Difference Between Pond Algae and Pond WeedsIdentify your Pond Algae and Weeds, and learn about the difference between Pond Algae and Pond Weeds.WHATS IN THIS BLOG? o Introduction o What are Ponds & Weeds? ο The types of Pond Algae ο Identify Pond...
Improve Your Ponds Ecosystem with Effective Shoreline (Littoral Management)
Improve Your Pond’s Ecosystem with Effective Shoreline | Littoral Zone ManagementLearn why proper Littoral Zone Management of your pond's shoreline (the littoral zone) is key to controlling aquatic weeds, preventing erosion, and improving your pond’s ecosystem.WHATS...
The Best Solutions to Control Pond Weeds & Algae as Summer Approaches?
The Best Solutions to Control Pond Weeds & Algae as Summer ApproachesWHATS IN THIS BLOG? o How do you control pond weeds & algae? o The Reality of Aquatic Weed Control with chemicals ο Why Use Chemical Control? ο How Long Does Chemical Control Last? ο ...
You’ve Received a Stormwater Inspection Notice. Now What?
You’ve Received a Stormwater Inspection Notice. Now What?WHATS IN THIS BLOG? o If you’ve recently received a storm water inspection notice? o What Is a Stormwater Inspection Notice? ο Why Is Stormwater Management Important in North Carolina?/em> ο What...
Who Regulates Stormwater Control Measures?
Who Regulates Stormwater Control Measures?WHAT'S IN THIS BLOG? o Learn more about stormwater control and stormwater runoff ο Understanding who regulates Stormwater Control Measures in North Carolina ο Why Proper Maintenance Matters ο Six reasons a pond owner...
Understanding Stormwater Runoff and How to Manage It Effectively
Understanding Stormwater Runoff and How to Manage It EffectivelyStormwater runoff can cause significant damage to your property if not controlled When rain falls or snow melts, not all of the water can soak into the ground. Some of it flows over surfaces like asphalt...
What is a Stormwater Retention Pond?
What is a Stormwater Retention Pond?Stormwater Retention Pond Management and Maintenance in North Carolina Stormwater management is more than just a regulatory concern—it’s an important part of sustainable property development. One effective method for controlling...
Get Your Pond Ready For Spring
Get Your Pond Ready for SpringWhy should you take the time and make the effort to get your pond ready for spring? As spring approaches, pond owners, property managers, farmers, and stormwater pond managers are beginning to think about getting their ponds and lakes...
Get Your Pond Fountains, and Aerators ready for Spring
Get Your Pond Fountains and Aerators Ready for Spring in North CarolinaYou have used your Pond Fountain and Aerator all winter to help keep your pond from freezing over. Now it's time get your pond fountains and aerators ready for spring in North Carolina. Pond Lake...
Pond Deicing: Why, and how to keep your pond from freezing over?
Pond Deicing: How, and why to keep your pond from freezing over?Pond Deicing is necessary for a clean, and healthy pond environment this winter. Winter comes with a special set of responsibilities. A frozen pond may look nice, but beneath the surface, ice can pose...
Do Aquatic Weeds Survive in Ponds in Winter?
Do Aquatic Weeds Survive in Ponds in Winter?For pond owners, farmers, and property managers, maintaining a healthy pond is a year-round challenge. While most people think of aquatic weeds with the warm spring and summer months, these pesky plants don’t entirely vanish...
How to Winterize Your Pond
If you live in a cold climate, you should take steps to winterize your pond. When winterizing your pond take into account your fish population, plants, pumps, and other accessories (i.e. waterfalls, fountains, and aeration units). Properly Winterizing your Pond will provide enough oxygen and allow for C02 release to keep your fish population healthy all winter long.
What Are Stormwater Control Measures?
What Are Stormwater Control Measures?GO TO FAQ'sNeed help with Stormwater Control Measures in your community? We can provide compliance inspections, construct new ponds, and repair existing ponds.How does rainwater runoff affect your property and the environment...
Installing a Pond Trash Bar Guard: A Comprehensive Guide
Installing a Pond Trash Bar Guard: Why install a Trash Bar Guard?Table of Contents: What you will find in this post • Introduction •.Why do you need a pond trash bar guard? •.Watch our video about installing, and cleaning a trash bar guard. • Choose the right trash...
10 Reasons to Invest in Fish Feeders for Your Pond
10 Reasons to Invest in a Fish Feeder for Your PondMaintaining a healthy and vibrant fish pond requires careful attention to various factors, including water quality, pond maintenance, and most importantly, feeding your fish. While manual feeding can be time-consuming...
Pond Weed and Algae Control
Tools needed for a Pond Clean Up
Pond Clean Up requires tools to cut and rake up weeds, and break up muck Your pond is a mess! It’s filled with pond weeds and other organic material such as fallen trees, grass clippings and leaves...
When to Treat Weed & Algae: Your Complete Timing Guide
When to Treat Weed & Algae Growth: Your Complete Timing GuideWHAT'S IN THIS BLOG? o When should you apply Pond Treatments? ο Understanding Seasonal Treatment Windows ο Water Temperature...
The Difference between Pond Algae and Pond Weeds
The Difference Between Pond Algae and Pond WeedsIdentify your Pond Algae and Weeds, and learn about the difference between Pond Algae and Pond Weeds.WHATS IN THIS BLOG? o Introduction o What are...
Improve Your Ponds Ecosystem with Effective Shoreline (Littoral Management)
Improve Your Pond’s Ecosystem with Effective Shoreline | Littoral Zone ManagementLearn why proper Littoral Zone Management of your pond's shoreline (the littoral zone) is key to controlling aquatic...
The Best Solutions to Control Pond Weeds & Algae as Summer Approaches?
The Best Solutions to Control Pond Weeds & Algae as Summer ApproachesWHATS IN THIS BLOG? o How do you control pond weeds & algae? o The Reality of Aquatic Weed Control with chemicals ο ...
Do Aquatic Weeds Survive in Ponds in Winter?
Do Aquatic Weeds Survive in Ponds in Winter?For pond owners, farmers, and property managers, maintaining a healthy pond is a year-round challenge. While most people think of aquatic weeds with the...
How To Improve Pond Water Quality With Alum Treatments
How to Improve Pond Water Quality with Pond Water Alum TreatmentsTable of Contents • What is Alum? •.The Benefits of Improved Pond Water Quality • Unraveling the Science Behind Alum Treatments •...
How to Control Weeds in Your Ponds
How to Effectively Control Pond WeedsTable of Contents • Identifying the Problem •.Prevention is Key • Control with Pond Chemicals • Mechanical Control • Aeration & Pond Fountains • Pond...
Biofilm vs Algae – What is the difference?
Biofilm vs. Algae - What is the difference? Table of Contents Biofilm is not a single organism Managing an aquatic ecosystem Cleaning up a biofilm See Pond Lake Management's store In the...
Algae Blooms: Causes and Solutions
What is an Algae Bloom? What is an Algae Bloom? How to control Algae in your pond Algae are photosynthetic microorganisms that are found in most habitats. Algae vary from small, single-celled forms...
How to Apply Pond Water Dyes
How to apply Pond Dyes to your PondAdd Pond Dyes to keep your pond looking good! What is Pond Dye and why should you consider using it? Pond dyes contain colorants that are similar to food dyes and...
Algae Identification and Maintenance
Algae Identification and MaintenanceAlgae Identification of three common types of Algae Algae are a simple non-flowering aquatic plant that lacks stems, roots, leaves, and vascular tissue. To help...
6 Reasons to use Lake or Pond Dye
Pond Water Dye - Six reasons to use Pond DyesThe addition of pond or lake water dye can make your pond more visually appealing by adding a tint of color to the water. Murky water that is brought on...
Pond Fountains and Aeration
Get Your Pond Fountains, and Aerators ready for Spring
Get Your Pond Fountains and Aerators Ready for Spring in North CarolinaYou have used your Pond Fountain and Aerator all winter to help keep your pond from freezing over. Now it's time get your pond...
Warning Signs That You Need to Replace Your Pond Fountain!
Warning Signs You Need to Replace A Pond FountainTable of Contents • Introduction •.The Evolution of Pond Fountains • Warning Signs You Should Consider Replacing Your Pond Fountain • Decision Time,...
Should I Run a Pond Fountain in the Winter? The Pros and Cons
Should I Run a Pond Fountain in Winter? The Pros and ConsTABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction: Running a Pond Fountain in Winter The Advantages of Running a Pond Fountain in Winter The Drawbacks of...
Elevate Your Pond Aesthetics and Health: Expert Tips for Installing a Pond Fountain
Better Pond BlogElevate Your Pond Aesthetics and Health: Expert Tips for Installing Fountains for Ponds Visually pleasing and a healthy pond with the right Pond Fountain . Essential factors to...
Choose The Right Pond Fountain Pump Size Your Pond Fountains
How to choose the right Pond Fountain Pump Size (horsepower) for my Pond Fountain? Pond Fountain Size depends on your pond size and the amount of water you want to move When it comes to selecting a...
In Pond Fountain: How to choose the correct In Pond Fountain
In Pond Fountains: How to Choose the Correct In Pond FountainTable of Contents • In Pond Fountains•.Choose the Right Pump Motor• Pond's Size and Style• Fountain's Spray Pattern Pond Fountain...
Pond Fountain Lights Can Take Your Pond to the Next Level
Pond Fountain Lights Improve the Visual Appeal of Your PondTable of Contents • Benefits of Pond Fountain Lighting •.Types of Pond Fountain Lighting • Design and Placement of Pond Fountain Lighting •...
8 reasons to install a Pond Fountain
8 reasons to install a Pond Fountain (updated 9.12.2025)Install a pond fountain for weed and algae control, visual appeal and to add oxygen to the water A pond fountain provides visual appeal and...
Pond Maintenance
Stormwater Retention Pond Construction
Stormwater Retention Pond Construction in North Carolina Stormwater Retention Pond Construction | Building a Retention Pond in North CarolinaStormwater Control Solutions are more critical than ever,...
Improve Your Ponds Ecosystem with Effective Shoreline (Littoral Management)
Improve Your Pond’s Ecosystem with Effective Shoreline | Littoral Zone ManagementLearn why proper Littoral Zone Management of your pond's shoreline (the littoral zone) is key to controlling aquatic...
You’ve Received a Stormwater Inspection Notice. Now What?
You’ve Received a Stormwater Inspection Notice. Now What?WHATS IN THIS BLOG? o If you’ve recently received a storm water inspection notice? o What Is a Stormwater Inspection Notice? ο Why Is...
Who Regulates Stormwater Control Measures?
Who Regulates Stormwater Control Measures?WHAT'S IN THIS BLOG? o Learn more about stormwater control and stormwater runoff ο Understanding who regulates Stormwater Control Measures in North...
Understanding Stormwater Runoff and How to Manage It Effectively
Understanding Stormwater Runoff and How to Manage It EffectivelyStormwater runoff can cause significant damage to your property if not controlled When rain falls or snow melts, not all of the water...
What is a Stormwater Retention Pond?
What is a Stormwater Retention Pond?Stormwater Retention Pond Management and Maintenance in North Carolina Stormwater management is more than just a regulatory concern—it’s an important part of...
Get Your Pond Ready For Spring
Get Your Pond Ready for SpringWhy should you take the time and make the effort to get your pond ready for spring? As spring approaches, pond owners, property managers, farmers, and stormwater pond...
Pond Deicing: Why, and how to keep your pond from freezing over?
Pond Deicing: How, and why to keep your pond from freezing over?Pond Deicing is necessary for a clean, and healthy pond environment this winter. Winter comes with a special set of responsibilities....
How to Winterize Your Pond
If you live in a cold climate, you should take steps to winterize your pond. When winterizing your pond take into account your fish population, plants, pumps, and other accessories (i.e. waterfalls, fountains, and aeration units). Properly Winterizing your Pond will provide enough oxygen and allow for C02 release to keep your fish population healthy all winter long.
What Are Stormwater Control Measures?
What Are Stormwater Control Measures?GO TO FAQ'sNeed help with Stormwater Control Measures in your community? We can provide compliance inspections, construct new ponds, and repair existing...
10 Reasons to Invest in Fish Feeders for Your Pond
10 Reasons to Invest in a Fish Feeder for Your PondMaintaining a healthy and vibrant fish pond requires careful attention to various factors, including water quality, pond maintenance, and most...
Five Tips To Prevent Winter Fish Kill In Your Pond
Five Tips to Prevent Winter Fish Kill in your pond.TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction: Five Tips to prevent Winter Fish KillConsider five tips to minimize Winter Fish KillFish Day at Pond Lake...
Why do I need a Pond Maintenance Plan for my Pond?
Better Pond BlogWhy do I need a Pond Maintenance Plan? Regain your pride in your pond with a Pond Maintenance Plan. A Pond Owner's Story Recently a concerned pond owner submitted a Pond Assessment...
Understanding Stormwater Retention Ponds and Their Maintenance
Understanding the purpose of Stormwater Retention Ponds, and Their MaintenanceTable of Contents Overview What is a Storm Water Retention Pond? Why should you maintain your Stormwater Retention Pond?...
Maintenance of Ponds – the Do’s and Don’ts
Do's and Don'ts for the Maintenance of Ponds in North CarolinaConsistent Pond Maintenance will keep your pond clean, healthy for aquatic inhabitants and beautiful Pond Maintenance is a must for a...
Proper Pond Maintenance: 5 Pond Management Resolutions
Proper Pond Maintenance: 5 Pond Management Resolutions5 Pond Management Resolutions to take better care of your Pond and ensure proper pond maintenance.Proper Pond Maintenance is vital for a vibrant...