You should clean your pump and filter when you notice the flow has been reduced and remove sludge from the bottom using pond vacuum products such as the Oase Pondovac.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”40″ bottom_padding=”40″ overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]\n
The ideal position for any pond is an area that gets good sun and a little shade. Six hours of light will be sufficient for plants and fish. If your pond is in full sunlight you should consider the use of a shade sail or be prepared to invest in an Ultra Violet Light that will reduce the sun\u2019s effect on algal blooms. You may be able to create shade with careful consideration when planting out your pond and surrounding garden.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/3″][image_with_animation image_url=”3292″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/3″][image_with_animation image_url=”3293″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]Ground levels are a factor when considering where to place your pond. Level ground will make it easier to build but for those areas that are not, you can build up your levels using excess soil that you remove from the pond site.<\/p>\n
Run off will pollute a pond every time you water or it rains. To avoid this, take into consideration the natural fall of the land. Gullies and low spots that will fill with water from heavy rain must be avoided. Garden run off can be redirected through the use of capillary barriers or other external drainage.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]Leaves will break down in water and release nutrients that feed algae so avoid building your pond directly under large trees that drop leaves and flowers. Root damage can also be avoided by staying well clear of trees. If you have a leaf problem, try using an internal pond skimmer to collect them.
\nPower is needed to operate pumps, filters and lights. Most pond pumps come with a 10m lead but you may need to get power moved to your pond; if this is the case please use a qualified electrician. If power is unable to be installed to the desired location you could consider using the Oase range of solar products.<\/p>\n
Ground substrates will determine in which way you build you pond. Sandy soils may need to be stiffened using a sand cement mix, clay is ideal for shaping the perfect pond and may need no more preparation than a good pond liner underlay. Rock is the least desirable substrate to be digging in, so if you do hit rock; ensure there are no sharp pieces that could damage the liner. A better option may be to build above ground.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]\n
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