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Here we offer a wealth of information about everything to do with your pond and pond care.
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UV Servicing Advice
With most things, prevention is always easier than the treatment and that is true to be said about green algae filled ponds. If your UV unit is managed correctly, at the right time of year, it will ensure the algae stays away and doesn't create ...
When should I stop feeding my fish in winter?
Winter is closing in on us, the temperatures are beginning to drop, and the days are shortening. This brings up one of our most frequently received questions at this time of year, when should I stop feeding my fish? Firstly, it ...
Green water prevention and treatment
Green water can become a nuisance for any water feature or pond; however, this can be simply resolved. It is important to understand what causes the green discolouration to the water and how your pond can be managed to ensure better ...
The benefits of using an air pump
What does an air pump do? An air pump works by pushing air out of a diffuser placed at the bottom of the pond, this produces bubbles which rise through the water and hit the surface. The bubbles themselves are passing ...
My pond water level keeps going down. What can I do?
A very regular enquiry to our office at The Pond Guys is that the customer is experiencing a dropping water level. There are many reasons that can cause this and so, firstly, it is best to carry out a few simple ...
How do I prevent blanketweed from growing in my pond?
Blanketweed is a form of algae, and is one of the most regular problems we are asked about. Over the years,The Pond Guys have developed a few options to successfully deal with this challenge. Blanketweed, along with any nuisance algae, is ...