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My father and I took our floating dock to our favorite lake when I was seven years old. It was left in longer than it should have been and the water hadn't frozen yet. A thick layer of ice covered the top of the dock. It was finally pulled out after a few hours of hard work and many frostbitten fingers. My dad told me that we wouldn't wait next year. We never did.Boat docks are useful and fun in summer but can be a bit of a challenge in the winter. Ice damage can occur in winter if there is a ch …

What Is Lake Dredging?Lake dredging is the process of removing sediment such as muck and debris from the bottom of your lake or pond. Why Is Lake Dredging Important?The accumulation of muck is the result of dead vegetation and fish waste that has sunk to the bottom of the lake or pond and left to decompose. If left untreated, muck at the bottom of your lake or pond can cause foul odors and encourage rampant weed and algae growth in the bottom of your lake or pond and make swimming far less enjo …

Pond Weed Control Products For Any BudgetPond weed control products are necessary for any pond owner. There are a variety of products that can be used to help control the growth of weeds in your pond. The price of these products varies depending on the type you choose and the types of pond weeds you are trying to control.Most Affordable Pond Weed Control ProductsThe most affordable pond weed control products are lake weed cutters and lake weed rakes. Lake weed cutters and rakes start as low as …

How Pond Fountains Aerate Your PondPond fountains help to aerate ponds by adding oxygen to the water. This is important because it keeps the water clean and helps maintain a healthy ecosystem for all of the creatures that live in it. Difference Between Water Fountains and A Pond AeratorWater fountains are man-made structures that release water from an elevated spout into a basin. They can be used for decoration purposes or as a form aerating your pond.A pond aerator is an object that sits at the …

Year Round Pond Algae Control StrategiesAlgae growth in your pond can begin in the winter to early spring and can cause havoc throughout the summer if you don’t start preventative measures early in the season.The key to having great water quality and preventing algae from getting out of control is to provide your pond with the right balance of oxygen, nutrients and beneficial bacteria throughout the year.Identifying AlgaeThe first thing you want to do before treating your pond is to identify the …