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How to Winterize Water Features

Hibu Websites • Nov 29, 2021

Water features are lovely. They add to your curb appeal by providing interesting color and texture. When winter is approaching, it's important to take proper care of your water features. Here's how you can easily winterize your fountain or pond so you can enjoy it for more seasons.



Do Away With the Plants


According to a survey conducted by the National Association of Landscape Professionals, 67% of respondents below the age of 35 shared that, while they desire a green lawn, they also want some plants in the rest of their yard. If you have a lot of plants and some of them are around your water features, you might want to remove them during the first frost of the season. Once these plants have been removed, you should also do away with any remaining debris that might be floating around the water feature. At this point, you should also decide if you need to reuse the same plants again after winter or replace them with new ones.



Moving Water Features and Fountains


If you have a fountain or any moving water feature, remove all the water. Because of the freezing winter temperatures, any moisture that remains in these features can cause a great deal of damage. When water freezes, it can create cracks and breaks in your fixtures. If this happens, you will need to completely replace the fountain when winter is over. After removing the water, you must also cover your fixture. This will help stop moisture from building up through snow and rainfall. There are plenty of options for covers, and you can check out your nearest hardware store for one.



Winterizing Your Pond


Winterizing your pond can be a little bit more complicated, especially if you have some fish in the pond. If you are not sure how to go about caring for your fish, it's advisable to consult an expert. There are several fish types that can weather a winter just fine, as long as there is enough heat at the bottom of the pond. You must also consider adding a pond aerator to supply oxygen to your fish. While not mandatory, this is a good precaution. You must also buy a water heater to ensure that your fish don't freeze.



Winterizing your water features is not difficult as long as your know-how. You must first write down a list of all the tasks that need to be done so that you don't forget. If you can't handle some of the tasks, you can reach out to us anytime and we will help you preserve your
water features.

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