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Our service area's are but not limited to. Farmingville 11738 Selden 11784 Blue Point 11715 Bohemia11717 Brookhaven11719
Centereach 11720 Coram 11727 Dix Hills 11746 East Patchogue 11942 East Setauket 11733 Hauppauge 11788
Holbrook 11741 Holtsville 11742 Lake Grove 11755 Lake Ronkonkoma 11779 Medford 11763 Middle Island 11953
Miller Place 11764 Mount Sinai 11766 Mt Sinai 11766 Nesconset 11767 Patchogue 11772 Port Jefferson 11777 Port Jefferson Station
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Rigde 11961 Rocky Point 11778 Ronkonkoma 11779 Saint James 11760 Setauket 11733 Shirley 11967 Smithtown 11787
Sound Beach 11789 South Setauket 11720 stony Brook 11790 Wading river 11792 Riverhead 11901 Yaphank 11980
We limit our service areas to Suffolk County Long Island New York Other geographical limitations apply within Suffolk County Long Island.
Our service area's are but not limited to. Farmingville 11738 Selden 11784 Blue Point 11715 Bohemia11717 Brookhaven11719
Centereach 11720 Coram 11727 Dix Hills 11746 East Patchogue 11942 East Setauket 11733 Hauppauge 11788
Holbrook 11741 Holtsville 11742 Lake Grove 11755 Lake Ronkonkoma 11779 Medford 11763 Middle Island 11953
Miller Place 11764 Mount Sinai 11766 Mt Sinai 11766 Nesconset 11767 Patchogue 11772 Port Jefferson 11777 Port Jefferson Station
11776
Rigde 11961 Rocky Point 11778 Ronkonkoma 11779 Saint James 11760 Setauket 11733 Shirley 11967 Smithtown 11787
Sound Beach 11789 South Setauket 11720 stony Brook 11790 Wading river 11792 Riverhead 11901 Yaphank 11980
We limit our service areas to Suffolk County Long Island New York Other geographical limitations apply within Suffolk County Long Island.
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Pond Care !
Even warm-climate ponds require some seasonal maintenance.
Winter, regardless of whether you live in northern or southern climates, brings a general slowing down of the pond. The
fish aren't as active, the plants go dormant, and in freezing climates - the water stops moving as well. Both climate
regions bring their own special challenges when it comes to over-wintering water gardens. Listed below are some
general steps you can take to make sure your pond emerges in spring looking great!
Pondering in the South
Aquatic Plants
Although you may continue to see some hardy water lily blooms through the winter, you should have stopped fertilizing
your water lilies and cleaned out any dead vegetation and spent leaves. Depending on the specific southern locality, any
tropicals should be taken out and placed in a container of water (a 5-gal bucket works great) and stored in the garage.
Cutting back the marginals will help the plants get through the couple of months dormancy winter brings.
Fish
The most common question asked is, "What do I do with my fish in the winter?" Well now, the usual answer is, "Nothing,
" though, while the temperatures are around freezing, you might want to consider these tips to help protect your beautiful
koi and goldfish from these cold snaps. Stop feeding them when the water temperature reaches the mid-50’s (F°) and they
are no longer active. This is the time of year when the fish may actually look forward to winter – just in time for a nice
long nap.
Pump and Filter System
Winter does not shut us down here in the south – our pumps run 24/7/365. It is important to keep your skimmer free of any
debris and inspect your pump to ensure that it’s operating properly. Leaving the pump on throughout the winter allows the
release of gases, and maintains sufficient oxygen levels. Also remove any netting that your pond may have required
during the large leaf accumulation in fall.
Pondering in the North
When the surface of your water garden turns to ice, there are two things to think of concerning safety of your fish.First, it’s
important to keep a hole open in the ice. This prevents the buildup of gasses that could harm your fish. These gasses
develop as the fish waste and any plant debris decomposes. The important factor is water oxygenation. Although your
fish are sleeping their way through winter, oxygenated water is still vital to their survival through the winter.
Both of these goals can be achieved a couple of different ways. The required preparations do not consume a lot of time,
and certainly don’t threaten to take over your weekend. If you prefer to leave the project to someone else, most pond
installers can usually be hired to do it for you. But if you’re up for getting your hands dirty, here are a few things that you’ll
want to take into consideration when preparing for winter.
Running Your Waterfall
If you chose to keep your waterfall running through the winter, you’ll be rewarded with some extraordinary, natural ice
sculptures and winter scenes .Winter also brings some unique considerations that you’ll need to keep your eye on.
A pump and waterfall that circulates at least 2000 gallons of water per hour is sufficient to keep a hole open in the ice, as
well as oxygenation of the water. Keep an eye on long or slow-moving streams and areas around the waterfall. In these
areas, it’s easy for ice dams to form, diverting water over the liner. It’s important to watch for this, especially on
extremely cold days. If you find an ice dam that’s diverting water over the edge of the liner, it’s best to turn off the pump. If
you chisel the ice buildup away, chances are it will form again in the same spot and be the source of continuous
frustration.
Surprisingly, even during the winter, the water continues to evaporate and therefore needs to be topped off so that your
pump continues to function properly. If you make the extra effort to keep your falls running throughout the winter, you’ll
see the most beautiful ice formations and patterns around the falls and stream beds.
Shutting It Down – The Considerations Many people choose to shut down their pond for the winter because they don’t
want to worry about ice dams or pay for the cost to run a larger pump. If you chose to shut down your waterfall for the
winter, you’ll need to replicate the effects of the waterfall in order keep the water oxygenated and a hole open in the ice.
A pump that circulates at least 150 gallons per hour can be placed in your pond below, but close to, the water’s surface.
By allowing it to bubble about one inch above the surface, the agitation will keep a hole in the ice and oxygenate the
water until the air temperature drops below 10° F.
If the air temperature stays below 10° F for extended periods, you’ll need to add a floating heater in order to maintain the
opening in the ice. Most heaters are equipped with a thermostat that, when set at the proper temperature, switches the
heater on only when needed. Note, a floating heater alone will not oxygenate the water, and therefore can be deadly to
your fish.
Winter, wherever you live, is a time for Mother Nature and her "family" to change the scenery a bit.Whether it’s a frozen,
white, wintry scene, or just a rest from the heat of the southern sun, adapting to these changes will ensure that your
water garden and its fish are healthy all year long.
Even warm-climate ponds require some seasonal maintenance.
Winter, regardless of whether you live in northern or southern climates, brings a general slowing down of the pond. The
fish aren't as active, the plants go dormant, and in freezing climates - the water stops moving as well. Both climate
regions bring their own special challenges when it comes to over-wintering water gardens. Listed below are some
general steps you can take to make sure your pond emerges in spring looking great!
Pondering in the South
Aquatic Plants
Although you may continue to see some hardy water lily blooms through the winter, you should have stopped fertilizing
your water lilies and cleaned out any dead vegetation and spent leaves. Depending on the specific southern locality, any
tropicals should be taken out and placed in a container of water (a 5-gal bucket works great) and stored in the garage.
Cutting back the marginals will help the plants get through the couple of months dormancy winter brings.
Fish
The most common question asked is, "What do I do with my fish in the winter?" Well now, the usual answer is, "Nothing,
" though, while the temperatures are around freezing, you might want to consider these tips to help protect your beautiful
koi and goldfish from these cold snaps. Stop feeding them when the water temperature reaches the mid-50’s (F°) and they
are no longer active. This is the time of year when the fish may actually look forward to winter – just in time for a nice
long nap.
Pump and Filter System
Winter does not shut us down here in the south – our pumps run 24/7/365. It is important to keep your skimmer free of any
debris and inspect your pump to ensure that it’s operating properly. Leaving the pump on throughout the winter allows the
release of gases, and maintains sufficient oxygen levels. Also remove any netting that your pond may have required
during the large leaf accumulation in fall.
Pondering in the North
When the surface of your water garden turns to ice, there are two things to think of concerning safety of your fish.First, it’s
important to keep a hole open in the ice. This prevents the buildup of gasses that could harm your fish. These gasses
develop as the fish waste and any plant debris decomposes. The important factor is water oxygenation. Although your
fish are sleeping their way through winter, oxygenated water is still vital to their survival through the winter.
Both of these goals can be achieved a couple of different ways. The required preparations do not consume a lot of time,
and certainly don’t threaten to take over your weekend. If you prefer to leave the project to someone else, most pond
installers can usually be hired to do it for you. But if you’re up for getting your hands dirty, here are a few things that you’ll
want to take into consideration when preparing for winter.
Running Your Waterfall
If you chose to keep your waterfall running through the winter, you’ll be rewarded with some extraordinary, natural ice
sculptures and winter scenes .Winter also brings some unique considerations that you’ll need to keep your eye on.
A pump and waterfall that circulates at least 2000 gallons of water per hour is sufficient to keep a hole open in the ice, as
well as oxygenation of the water. Keep an eye on long or slow-moving streams and areas around the waterfall. In these
areas, it’s easy for ice dams to form, diverting water over the liner. It’s important to watch for this, especially on
extremely cold days. If you find an ice dam that’s diverting water over the edge of the liner, it’s best to turn off the pump. If
you chisel the ice buildup away, chances are it will form again in the same spot and be the source of continuous
frustration.
Surprisingly, even during the winter, the water continues to evaporate and therefore needs to be topped off so that your
pump continues to function properly. If you make the extra effort to keep your falls running throughout the winter, you’ll
see the most beautiful ice formations and patterns around the falls and stream beds.
Shutting It Down – The Considerations Many people choose to shut down their pond for the winter because they don’t
want to worry about ice dams or pay for the cost to run a larger pump. If you chose to shut down your waterfall for the
winter, you’ll need to replicate the effects of the waterfall in order keep the water oxygenated and a hole open in the ice.
A pump that circulates at least 150 gallons per hour can be placed in your pond below, but close to, the water’s surface.
By allowing it to bubble about one inch above the surface, the agitation will keep a hole in the ice and oxygenate the
water until the air temperature drops below 10° F.
If the air temperature stays below 10° F for extended periods, you’ll need to add a floating heater in order to maintain the
opening in the ice. Most heaters are equipped with a thermostat that, when set at the proper temperature, switches the
heater on only when needed. Note, a floating heater alone will not oxygenate the water, and therefore can be deadly to
your fish.
Winter, wherever you live, is a time for Mother Nature and her "family" to change the scenery a bit.Whether it’s a frozen,
white, wintry scene, or just a rest from the heat of the southern sun, adapting to these changes will ensure that your
water garden and its fish are healthy all year long.
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