When Your Pond Begins To Thaw In The Rochester New York (NY) Area

3/10/2015

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Spring Pond Maintenance & Cleaning Tips For Rochester, Monroe County (NY) Pond Owners

Depending on where you live in Rochester, Monroe County, NY, your backyard pond might be showing the first signs of thawing … or it may be another week or two before that happens. No matter your geographic location, if you are in Rochester NY or Pittsford, Brighton, Fairport, Webster or beyond in the Monroe County (NY) area here are some tips to follow when your pond begins to thaw.

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Clean your pump impeller in Rochester, NY

Depending on what type of pump you are operating, it is also a good idea to remove the impeller and clean inside the impeller opening. Most pumps that don’t start immediately in the spring can be easily fixed with a good cleaning. If the pump doesn’t run right away it can be soaked overnight in a mild, acid-like white vinegar or CLR. Rinse off the pump and it should be ready for operation. Remember … never to run the pump dry. It must be submersed!

Remove any leaves and debris left over from the previous season.
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It may also be a good time to do a partial water change or complete pond cleaning. Make sure to condition tap water with Aquascape Pond Detoxifier which makes tap-water safe for fish and plants.

Time to get the pond running; if you have removed your pump for the winter, simply make sure it is clean and ready for operation. If your pump has been left in the pond over the winter months, it’s probably due for a good cleaning. Remove any debris surrounding the pump and also clean the impeller.
While your pond is running, check for any leaks or repairs it may need.

How Do I Get Rid Of The Algae In My Rochester NY (New York) Pond?

Don’t worry if you see a lot of unwanted string algae as it’s normal to have string algae in the spring. Unfortunately there’s nothing utilizing nutrients being produced by decaying organics and/or fish populations. Don’t panic! Plants will soon start to grow and beneficial bacteria populations will quickly reestablish themselves taking care of excess nutrients.

Coldwater Beneficial Bacteria can be added all winter as it has specially formulated strains of bacteria that work in cold water temperatures up to 60°F, with a peak performance between temperatures of 35°F to-40°F. Once temperatures are above 60°F you can transition over to Aquascape Beneficial Bacteria for Ponds, dry or liquid.

What Kind Of Chemicals Should I Put In My Rochester NY (New York) Fish Pond?

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