In land scarce Singapore, having a well maintained pond adds aesthetics and serenity to a home. Be it a koi pond, water feature or eco pond, proper upkeep is needed for both aesthetics and functionality.
Why is Pond Maintenance Important?
- Keeps the water clear and prevent algae overgrowth
- Promotes healthy ecosystem for fish and aquatic plants to thrive
- Removal of plant debris reduces nitrogen build up from decaying matter
- Removal of sludge which prolongs life of pond pumps in filter chambers
- Prevents foul smelling water due to ammonia build up by changing some water and cleaning filter materials
Our Pond Maintenance Services Includes:
- Removing of pond debris with a pond skimmer
- Rinsing of mechanical filters and remove sludge build up
- Vacuum pond and filter chamber with a submersible pump and draw out 20% of water
- Check and remove any debris that might be stuck on pumpâ??s inflow
- Top up water and apply water conditioners to dechlorinate fresh water
- Apply algaecide to reduce algae build up
- Trimming of aquatic plants
- Check on pond equipments such as pump, UV light and filter materials and advise on changes when necessary
Recommended Frequency for Pond Cleaning:
In an ideal situation where a pond is balanced, deep cleaning can be done quarterly. However, if a pond has more fishes which creates more bio load as a result, more frequent maintenance might be required to keep the algae from overgrowing and sludge from building up. A right mix of mechanical and bio filters where beneficial bacteria can thrive is also essential in keeping the water clear. Ken Landscape Services offer pond maintenance services from one off cleaning services to as frequent as once per month cleaning works. Call us or reach us via whatsapp for a free quote today and we will be happy to assist with your pond cleaning works!
