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You may have seen duckweed; small floating aquatic plants on the surface of your water. Is it more than just an aesthetic concern, and, could there actually benefits to this plant? Pros: Nutritional Value: duckweed contains a significant amount of protein, vitamins, and minerals, making it a valuable food source for fish. Water Purification: duckweed can reduce nutrient levels and improve water quality by reducing excess nutrients in the water, such as nitrogen and phosphorus. Waste Managem …

Fountains beautify your pond and provide the benefits of aeration. However, in Canada, we do not get the pleasure of enjoying them year-round. To avoid any damage to the unit, fountains must be removed before the time water temperatures drop below freezing, or preferably before this point to make the removal process more comfortable for you! Why is removal necessary? As water freezes, the surface expands and encroaches on the fountain float to create pressure and cause breakage. Further …

Tackling Duckweed – Treatment & Prevention We’ve all seen it – a beautiful pond quickly taken over by duckweed. What starts as a few blooms on the shoreline quickly covers the whole pond. This quick growth leaves many people at a loss as to how to get rid of it for good. The best way to treat duckweed is to prevent it! With ongoing pond maintenance, duckweed growth can be limited and controlled. Duckweed is a flowering aquatic plant that consists of small oval leaves. I …

KM-60 & KM-120 Kasco Compressor Maintenance & Troubleshooting Every year we get multiple calls from people reporting their compressor “died”. While the obvious solution to them is to get a new compressor, often the solution is much simpler and budget-friendly! Maintenance: All air compressors require some maintenance! However, there are two specific aspects of compressor maintenance that are crucial: rebuilds and air filters. Kasco Marine Teich-Aire Compressors (and most …

Spring is here, and its time to turn your pond and lake aeration system back on, and start thinking about treatments again! Adding aeration to your pond, lake, or dugout is highly recommended to help keep your system aerobic, which stimulates “good bacteria” to help break down nutrients and organics from accumulating in your pond, prevents odours, and clarifies the water. Aeration is crucial if fish are present in your pond, to ensure adequate oxygen levels, and prevent fish kills …