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Choosing a pond location – Things to consider
Safety: Locate any underground utilities like electrical or gas lines. Familiarize yourself with local building codes regulating backyard ponds. The National Electric Code requires that a ground fault circuit interupter (GFCI) outlet be used to power fountain or pond equipment. … Continue reading
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Calculate your pond size in gallons
Use this simple formula to calculate gallons: Length x Width x Depth x 7.5 = Gallons Question: What is the 7.5 in the formula above? Answer: There are 7.5 gallons of water in one cubic foot Example: My pond is … Continue reading
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Ideally, what should be done about falling leaves in the Autumn?
One significant event in Autumn is that the leaves begin to fall. Be sure to clean them from your pond on a regular basis easily done by using a fish net to scoop them out. If fallen leaves are not … Continue reading
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Fountain Maintenance
Keep your fountain full of water and clean of debris and dirt to keep it looking attractive and to ensure proper functioning of the pump. Fountain Troubleshooting Is there enough water in the fountain? Many fountains require a full water … Continue reading
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West Nile Virus and Ponds?
Q. With the West Nile virus still a huge concern, how can I keep mosquitoes to a minimum this summer and still keep my pond? A. If your pond is healthy and maintained it will not be a breeding ground … Continue reading
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