Find out why a pond is green or cloudy and fix the cause with better balance, filtration and plants.
Green water and string algae are the most common pond complaints, and they have a pattern. Sunlight, nutrients and still water feed algae. Take away enough of those and the pond clears.
We start by looking at how the pond is set up: how much sun it gets, how many fish live in it, how much plant cover there is and how well the water circulates. Then we combine measures that fit, such as better skimming, more filtration, more plants, a UV clarifier, bacteria and a cleanout of built-up muck.
Free-floating algae blooms when nutrients and sunlight are plentiful. Too many fish, too much feed, leaf decay and strong sun are the usual drivers.
Hair-like string algae grows on rock and waterfalls. It is eased by good circulation, hand removal, plant competition and some targeted products. A UV clarifier will not stop it.
Even with the right changes, a pond can take a few weeks to settle. We set expectations and follow up to adjust.
Clear water that lasts comes from a balance of plants, fish, filtration and circulation. We help you set that up so you are not fighting algae every month.
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BeforeAfterReview of sun, fish, plants and flow.
Plants and bacteria to compete with algae.
Skimmers and filters sized correctly.
For green water, not string algae.
Remove muck that feeds algae.
Adjustments after a few weeks.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
SituationWater QualityThe basics of pond water: what to test, what the numbers mean and how clear water is kept…Learn more 
Material guidePond FiltersSkimmer filters, pressurized filters, gravity filters, drum filters and bog filters compared for different ponds.Learn more 
Material guideAquatic PlantsWater lilies, marginals, floaters and bog plants: which grow well in Middle Tennessee and what each does for…Learn more Pick a season and see the pond care tasks to do now, with a printable checklist.
Tell us what you have in mind and send photos of your yard. We plan the visit so we arrive ready.
We walk the yard, discuss size, style and sound and mark the shape on the ground.
You get a clear written price, and we agree on a day and an arrival window.
Excavation with shelves and a stable slope, with protection for your lawn and a call to 811 first.
Liner, plumbing, filtration, stone and plants installed with careful attention to the hidden parts.
Water treated, flow tuned and a walk-through with you before we leave.
It may clear water for a short time, but it does not remove nutrients. Fixing the balance gives longer results.
Mild algae is harmless, but heavy blooms can use up oxygen at night. Aeration and cleaning help.
Covering around half the surface with leaves such as water lilies helps shade the water and compete for nutrients.
Sunlight, heat and nutrients peak in summer. Better filtration, plants and shade usually fix it.
Balance fish numbers, keep surface cover, filter well and clean debris often.
UV ClarifiersUltraviolet clarifiers, bacteria and water conditioners that turn green water clear when used the right way.Explore 
Bog and Biological FiltersPlanted gravel filters that use roots and bacteria to clean pond water naturally.Explore 
Pond FiltrationMechanical and biological filtration sized to the pond and the fish so the water stays clear all season.Explore 
Aquatic PlantsWater lilies, marginals and bog plants chosen and planted in the right pots and the right spots for…Explore Tell us about the job and we will call you back quickly.
Or call (615) 357-7797 to talk now.
