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Late summer is one of the most important times for lake and pond maintenance. As warm days begin to shorten and aquatic plants reach the height of their growing season, many lakefront owners notice changes in their water. Murky water, foul odors, and thick weeds along the shoreline become harder to ignore. These are not just seasonal annoyances, they are warning signs of an ecosystem under stress. Muck and weeds thrive in late summer conditions, creating challenges that affect not only how your …

Why Stick With the Lake Life You Don’t Love? If you’ve spent a summer on the lake you know the moment when the water is still, the mist hangs low and a loon calls in the distance. It’s the kind of morning that makes you glad to be here.  Then your eyes drift to the dock. You see the rotting boards, feel the wobble under your feet, and remember how you spent last weekend scrubbing instead of enjoying the water. A dock that’s weathered and unsteady, or a floating PWC l …

As summer gives way to cooler days and crisp evenings, lakefront owners have a valuable chance to prepare their water for the months ahead. This time of year is more than a quick shoreline cleanup, it’s an opportunity to build long-term stability and keep your lake healthy as the seasons change. Focusing on muck, weeds, and aeration now pays off in clear water, stronger fish populations, and a balanced ecosystem. Removing muck reduces excess nutrients, controlling weeds prevents overgrowth …

Late summer marks a crucial time for lakefront owners who want to maintain clear, healthy water in their ponds and lakes. By this point in the season, muck; the thick, muddy layer made up of decomposing leaves, plants, and organic debris tends to build up more noticeably at the bottom of your lake.  If left unchecked, this muck layer can cause several problems: unpleasant odors, poor water quality, and even harm to fish and aquatic plants. The good news is that late summer is also the ideal …

July is peak summer and peak stress for your pond. As temperatures rise, oxygen levels drop, algae spreads faster, and fish become more vulnerable. That’s why aeration isn’t optional in July, it's essential. Here are three key reasons why now is the best time to aerate your pond, along with the best tools to get it done right. Oxygen Levels Are at Their Lowest Warm water holds less oxygen. And when surface temps rise in July, your pond's oxygen levels can plummet especially in dee …