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Water features can add beauty and tranquility to your outdoor living area. They can also attract birds, dragonflies, and other types of wildlife for you to admire. However, you may be reluctant to install these features because you worry they will require expensive maintenance. If that’s the case, here are a few smaller water features that don’t need as much upkeep.

How to Transform Your Backyard With a Water Feature

1. Fountains

If you’re looking for a water feature that won’t go out of style, choose a fountain. From formal to wall options, this decorative piece has been around for hundreds of years and can truly transform an outdoor living space. Real basalt stone fountains have become very popular and are available in DIY kits or have the professionals install and sit back and relax!

Fountains feature a basin, which catches water and pumps it back up to the top. They don’t require a lot of maintenance; wipe down dirty surfaces with a damp cloth and clean the pump seasonally.

2. Birdbaths

water featureIf you love seeing birds fly around and hearing them sing, consider installing a birdbath in your backyard. Birds need clean and safe sources of water, so a bath can entice them into your yard.

Maintaining a birdbath will take just a few minutes out of your day. Remove debris and refill the bath with fresh water. If you see built-up dirt, algae, or other gunk in the birdbath, clean it with a solution of nine parts water and one part vinegar.  Visit our friends at The Bird House in Pittsford, NY for a great bird bath selection as well as to see one of our basalt water feature fountains flowing on display.

3. Waterfalls

A waterfall is a wonderful way to beautify your landscape. Although waterfalls frequently flow into ponds or pools, they can be installed by themselves. They can be incorporated into a flowing landscape to create a sense of adventure on your property.

The water flows down into a rocky area with a drain, and the system recirculates the water. With a standalone waterfall, you can enjoy the calming sounds without having to worry about cleanup.

 

If you’re ready to install a water feature in your backyard, turn to the professionals at Clearly Aquatics in Bloomfield, NY. Committed to customer satisfaction, the company has provided pond installations and maintenance services for homeowners for over 20 years. They also offer complete maintenance on large retention ponds. For more information about their services, call (585) 657-7679 or visit their website.

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