A garden pond improves the look and feel of your home. It requires little maintenance, encourages the growth of interesting aquatic life, and transforms your living space into an oasis. To enjoy the full potential of your water feature, consider pond aeration. This process introduces air to the water and provides the following benefits.

Why You Should Get Your Pond Aerated 

1. Appearance

A fountain can both aerate the pond and elevate the water feature’s appearance. The jets shoot water into the air, circulating the oxygen and creating a point of visual interest.

The splashing can even be soothing and help you craft a tranquil atmosphere on your property. Also, fountains and other forms of aeration can clear away murky water, making your feature appear cleaner and more attractive.

2. Algae Control

Aeration prevents algae blooms. Algae require phosphorus to propagate, but enough oxygen in the water causes this element to sink to the bottom of the pond. Algae discolor the water, make the pond look messy, and produce toxins that are harmful to plant and aquatic life.

3. Healthy Fish

Fish need adequate oxygen to survive. Instead of breathing through lungs, they extract oxygen from the water using gills. Aeration not only minimizes the danger to fish caused by algae, but it increases the oxygen content of the water.

Additionally, the aeration process of jetting water into the air releases accumulated toxic gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and hydrogen sulfide. A beautiful fountain or a diffused air system can make it easier for your fish to breathe and improve the overall health of your pond.

 

If you’re considering having a fountain installed to improve your pond's aeration, contact Clearly Aquatics in Bloomfield, NY. They’ve served Ontario County for over 15 years. They specialize in pond colorants, aquatic weed control, waterfalls, floating fountains, and pond installation and maintenance. Check out their website to view a gallery of their work, or call (585) 657-7679 to arrange a consultation.