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Pond Pro Water Testing ServicesNeed help identifying what is causing issues in your pond? Want custom product recommendations? Let us get to the root cause of your pond problems and find a solution tailored to your pond. With our new facility upgrades and lab partnerships we can now serve you better all across Canada!If your pond has the following problems, you may need to consider water testing:Murky waterAlgae/WeedsSludgeOdoursEutrophic pondWhy should you consider water testing?Water test …

As the new year is upon us, you might start thinking about your spring and summer projects. If building a new backyard pond, or dugout is part of your plan, consider the following to make sure your pond is constructed correctly for its intended use and how to properly maintain it!Intended use of this new pond or dugout:The intended use of the pond and dugout is going to greatly influence how it is constructed.Will this pond stock fish?If the intended use of the pond or dugout is to stock fish, s …

As winter rolls around you may be left with unused pond products from the summer months and wondering if you can use them next year. The answer is, YES! Pond Pro’s products have long shelf lives and can readily be tucked away for continued use the following season! We do urge you to ensure that products are stored properly, so we have outlined general storage guidelines for some of our most popular products below:Bacteria:Pond Pro’s line up of beneficial bacteria is highly effective at breaking …

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 by the time water temperatures drop to 4°C, 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 ice formation is poss …

How does it work?Bubbles are distributed along the length of a weighted bubble tubing using compressed air. As the bubbles rise, they form a bubble “curtain” of warmer water from the bottom of the pond towards the surface. Water temperature is the primary factor that is going to influence de-icing. Depth, size and shape of the water body will also factor into heat retention. Pond Pro Canada has completed several in-house studies looking at the de-icing ability of our Can-Air De-icing Tubing and …