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Q: What is a pond bubbler?
A: A pond bubbler is another word for aeration system.
A pond bubbler/aeration system uses air compressors to force air to the pond bottom which is released through diffusers creating millions of small bubbles that rise to the surface. As the air bubbles up to the surface it eliminates stratification and increases dissolved oxygen levels.
Question submitted by Dave.
Q: Why is my pond cloudy? I can’t even see my foot…
A: Cloudy water is a result of suspended particulates.
Question submitted June 10, 2011 by Ray.
Cloudy pond and lake water can be caused by dissolved organic material or suspended clay particulates. Organic particulates often give the water more of a brownish color, where clay leaves the water more tan in appearance.
Q: Is Aqua-Tron safe for animals/wildlife/dogs that love to swim?
A: Of course! Beneficial microbes (like Aqua-Tron and WSR) are naturally occurring and are completely safe for all wildlife, pets and humans alike.
Question submitted 6-7-2011 by Jan.
Our beneficial microbial products are made from all natural nutrients and ingredients and are non-toxic. Traditional applications used to restore unhealthy waters are just a band-aid – they require repeat applications and can jeopardize the health of pets, kids, wildlife, and even trees and grasses nearby because they typically use chemicals.
Q: Do I need an aeration system for my pond or lake?
A: Most ponds and lakes can benefit from the addition of aeration.
After many years of research, we believe aeration to be the foundation for improving and maintaining proper water quality in ponds and lakes. Lake bed aeration acts to increase dissolved oxygen levels while eliminating water stratification. Find more information on why aeration works under our resources tab or click here.
Q: What are the weeds growing in my pond?
A: Aquatic vascular plants or weeds are a natural part of aquatic ecosystems.
Under natural conditions aquatic plants will not overgrow their habitat. But, under eutrophic conditions (high in nutrients, such as Phosphorus and Nitrogen) aquatic plants can grow unchecked completely overgrowing the entire pond or lake.
