Imagine having dinner on your patio and listening to the gentle flow of water at it makes it way through the rocks and plants on your Florida patio.
This is exactly what this home owner had always envisioned for her lanai, sadly it took her having two features being built to get what she had wanted to be the focal point of her outdoor room.
The first attempt of a waterfall was done by her landscaping handy man. The home owner knew she had a problem the next morning when her pump was "screaming" and her patio was wet. After several attempts of the handyman trying to fix the multiple problems with the waterfall the client unplugged her waterfall and left it for several months. After looking at her "pile" of rocks for far too long she contacted Pondtastic Water Gardens.
Jim went out met with the Orlando homeowner, within seconds of looking at her pondless waterfall he found the first crucial rookie mistake, all the rocks were cemented together. Why is this a problem you might ask? Water follows the path of least resistance, the way this was build the water rolled right out of the feature onto the patio.
On day one of construction the second rookie mistake was discovered, EPDM liner was not used on the waterfall it was only used in the basin .
In a matter of a day and a half the feature was completed and we have a very happy client who loves to entertain on her Florida room and loves her pondless waterfall.
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How to make your dream a
reality?
If you’re considering adding a water feature to your home, CONTACT US for a free phone consultation. We can provide you with details,
options for your particular design and budget.
Pondtastic is Orlando's only Master Certified Aquascape Contractor
Pondtastic serves all Central Florida Counties Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Polk and Brevard.
This is the first question people ask when they are
“pondering” the addition of a pond to their Central Florida landscape.
How Much Does the “Average” Pond
Cost?
While it sounds like a simple question, how much does an “average”
pond cost? A true pond expert will take this question and ask for a definition
of “average.”
The concept of “average” is difficult to define when playing
with custom designed products. When it comes to ponds, each is individually
crafted to fit the new environment, and as a buyer, you should keep in mind
that the average numbers will fluctuate to your particular pond.
Ponds
come in a variety of shapes, looks, and styles, depending on your space, budget and preferences.
What does “Average” look like?
The most commonly built ponds in the Orlando area, are about
11’ x 16’ in size. Using these numbers, the “average” will begin around $12,000
but commonly rounds up to about $15,000-$20,000. Now this range depends on how
many custom features the pond aspires to have. A pond alone may be around $12,000
(at that particular size), but add-ons that many people envision in a pond,
such as plants, lights, waterfalls, fish, streams etc., will add to the base price.
Customizable
Features
Why would the final price tag of a pond
be vastly different than the base model? Ponds, like cars, are very
customizable. Certain people only want the car with roll up windows and an
AM/FM radio. While others want the leather seats with a navigation system and
an engine push start button. So when you ask for a basic pond, it doesn’t include
the add-ons that most people like in a pond. This will include fish, plants,
lights, streams etc. This can change the definition of what the average pond
costs.
How to make your dream a
reality?
Before getting attached to these numbers, if you’re considering adding a water feature to your home, CONTACT US for a free phone consultation and let’s begin at a drawing board. We can provide you with details,
options for your particular design and budget. Who needs average when you can have it personalized?
Pondtastic serves all Central Florida Counties Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Polk and Brevard.
Looking for a Certified Aquascape Contractor (CAC) to help you with your Central Florida water feature installation?
Certified Aquascape Contractors are the most qualified and informed
pond installers in the water gardening industry. All CACs are required
to attend continual training and education seminars and maintain a
proven record of outstanding work and dedicated customer service and
support.
All water feature installers who wish to become Certified Aquascape
Contractors must complete an in-depth application that includes
referrals, pictures of completed water features, Online Aquascape
Academy Classes and general questions about their business and water
gardening philosophy. These applications are then reviewed by technical
agents at Aquascape, Inc.
Pondtastic Water Gardens became a CAC in 2003 and earned the prestigious Master CAC 2014. Pondtastic is the ONLY Master CAC in Orlando.
Below is a press release that was published announcing Pondtastic Water Gardens being named Master CAC in 2014.
Orlando, Florida – Jim Price owner of Pondtastic Water Gardens has successfully completed the
qualification process to become a Master Certified Aquascape Contractor (MCAC), the highest level of
certification provided by Aquascape Inc. Master Certified Aquascape Contractors are the most qualified and informed pond installers in the water gardening industry. MCACs are trained and educated to install beautiful, low-maintenance water features, and provide quality workmanship, outstanding customer service, and knowledgeable assistance to their customers.
“Jim has demonstrated his ability to install professional, natural-looking water features while providing
excellence in service to his customers,” said Jeffrey Payton, vice president of business development for
Aquascape. “We’re proud to have Jim on board as a Master Certified Aquascape Contractor.” Aquascape ensures that each applicant meets all standards of the qualification process. Applicants must provide customer referrals, photos of completed water features, pass extensive online training courses and testing, and comply with Aquascape construction methodology. In addition, applicants must use Aquascape product exclusively, with purchases that comply with the Master level over a two-year period, equivalent to approximately 20 water features installations per year.
Pondtastic Water Gardens has been installing water features for 15 years in the Central Florida area, using quality-grade professional products manufactured by Aquascape.
Pondtastic Water Gardens was named Aquascape’s
Contractor of the Year in 2009
You can count on Pondtastic Water Gardens your Master CAC to provide professional,
dependable service to install a beautiful water feature that brings
hours of enjoyment for you and your family.
If you are considering a water feature at your home, look no further
than Orlando's only Master Certified Aquascape contractor. Big or small
Pondtastic Water Gardens can design a water feature to enhance any
Central Florida landscape. CONTACT US to set up a free phone consultation so we can help you design your custom water feature today
Pondtastic serves all Central Florida Counties Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Polk and Brevard
Listen to Ed Beaulieu the Chief Sustainability Officer for Aquascape Inc. to hear what he has to say about Certified Aquascape Contractors
This weeks Waterfall Wednesday feature is the focal point of this large Groveland, Fl courtyard.
Guest are drawn to cross the custom built bridge and are often stopping as they cross to interact with the koi swimming about. You get the feeling of being closed off from the world as you sit and relax at this pond.
The home owners had just taken possession of their new custom built home so we had no sod to remove and no trees or shrubs to work around.
Just think no grass to mow in this area.
Big boulders were used to add character as well as to add scale and dimension to the waterfall, we didn't want it to "get lost" up against the courtyard wall.
Several upgrades were added to this pond oasis to reduce time and maintenance for the home owners.
2 waterfall Biofalls were added for additional flow and filtration. An Iongen system was added to reduce the amount of algae growth on the rocks. Aeration was added to increase oxygen levels in the pond.
Upgraded lighting was added both inside and outside the pond.
2 pumps were installed to give maximum flow over the falls, and a UV system was installed in insure clear water at all times.
The pond looks and sounds amazing.
Due to the location of the pond being in the courtyard, the walls "trap" the sound inside.
When the windows are open the sound travels through the entire home.
If you are considering a water feature at your home, look no further
than Orlando's only Master Certified Aquascape contractor. Big or small
Pondtastic Water Gardens can design a water feature to enhance any
Central Florida landscape. CONTACT US to set up a free phone consultation so we can help you design your custom water feature today
Pondtastic serves all Central Florida Counties Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Polk and Brevard
We Love Water Features in Central Florida for many reasons however here are a few.
Environmental sustainability is very important in Central Florida today, and
water plays an important role as the world's greatest resource. An Ecosystem
Pond is self-sustaining with very little maintenance. Although it takes many
gallons of water to fill initially, over the long haul it requires less water
than the expanse of lawn it replaced. This by it's self is a great reason why we love water features. No more dry grass or expensive irrigation bill.
One of the cool reasons we love water features is they attract wildlife of all
kinds, from birds to butterflies, to frogs and snails. Certified wildlife
habitats are growing in popularity, and water is one of the elements required
to achieve certification. Water gardening becomes your new hobby as you feel
yourself drawn to its beauty and natural elements.
Finally, we love water features because a pond provides opportunity to have fish as pets, without the mess and
maintenance of an aquarium. Aquatic plants give you the chance to broaden your
gardening horizons with choices that go beyond the standard petunia and rose.
In addition, bird lovers will delight in the new variety of feathered friends
that flock to a water feature. Nature lovers simply can't go wrong with water
features added to their Florida landscape.
If you are considering a water feature at your home, look no further than Orlando's only Master Certified Aquascape contractor. Big or small Pondtastic Water Garden can design a water feature to enhance any Central Florida landscape.
Pondtastic serves all Central Florida Counties
Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Polk and Brevard
The first attempt of a waterfall was done by her landscaping handy man. The home owner knew she had a problem the next morning when her pump was "screaming" and her patio was wet. After several attempts of the handyman trying to fix the multiple problems with the waterfall the client unplugged her waterfall and left it for several months. After looking at her "pile" of rocks for far too long she contacted Pondtastic Water Gardens.
On day one of construction the second rookie mistake was discovered, EPDM liner was not used on the waterfall it was only used in the basin .
