by Mike | Aug 23, 2019 | Ponds
A pump safety switch is a great device that turns off the pump if there is not enough water. A safety switch plugs into an outlet and the pump is plugged into a connection on the safety switch. If the safety shutoff senses there is very low water, it turns off the...
by Mike | Jul 16, 2019 | Ponds
String algae is very typical in ponds during the summer months and we are getting a lot of calls about it! You have probably heard us say “when it doubt, add more beneficial bacteria!” Why is that? What beneficial bacteria...
by Mike | Apr 19, 2019 | Ponds
When you are ready to put a pond into your yard, there are things to consider before that first shovelful of dirt comes out. We will take a look at one aspect of planning for a pond: Liner or concrete? Here at Colorado Pond Pros, we receive calls about all sorts of...
by Mike | Apr 19, 2019 | Ponds
Don’t feed the fish in the winter. When the water is consistently at 50 degrees or more, then you can start feeding them. Read more about feeding fish HERE. Don’t turn off the pump at night! (Pipes could freeze and even if it’s not that cold, this is...
by Mike | Jun 15, 2018 | Algae, Ponds
What is the deal with ponds and beneficial bacteria? Beautiful ponds and beneficial bacteria go together! Beneficial bacteria helps keep algae at bay. This bacteria is very important to have in a pond. We recommend 3/4″ gravel in the bottom of ponds to...
by Mike | May 30, 2018 | Algae, Ponds
Pond Pressure filter Pressure filters clean water by pushing the water through a mechanical filter. Mechanical filters may be foam filters, small rocks, and other material that will physically remove debris from the water. Some pressure filters (but not all) have a...
