If you’ve had a cheap plastic garden pump for a couple of years, we’d suggest upgrading to a high performance garden fountain pump like this one from Pentair. Not only are you likely to have less technical issues, but you will also guarantee higher flow performance for a much longer period of time. Change Fountain Water Once Per Month The best kind of water to use in your fountain is distilled. This works best because it’s pure water. The pump has an easier time pushing it through, so it will last longer and keep your water cleaner for a more significant amount of time. Nobody wants their water feature to look unsightly with slime type algae, filamentous algae and single-cell algae (which cause water to look green). PUMP WATER FEATURE ISSUES Nature's way is if there is a food source, moisture and sunlight, something will grow, as there are always trillions of spores in the atmosphere waiting for their opportunity to germinate.

You can use a cover, either made specifically for fountains or fashioned from a tarp, to keep unwanted items out of your fountain at night or in bad weather. Simply wrap it around your centerpiece tightly and remove it in the morning to minimize disturbance. You can pull out these things by hand, but if there seems to be an obstruction deep inside, it might be best to use a homemade solution to clean it. This will remove any unreachable obstructions and clear the way for proper water circulation.As well as unsightly algae contamination, water can contain other harmful organisms. Hydra F ountain Clear - water feature treatment will reduce microbes by 99.9% in less than 3 hours, such as: Escherichia coli, Streptococcus agalactiae, Micrococcus luteus, Staphylococcus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Legionella pneumophila (responsible for Legionnaires Disease). ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY FOUNTAIN CLEANER

The best fountain and water feature, total water sterilisation and protection against algae and green water in all water recirculation systems, Shelf life of three years. Existing Features: Empty feature and remove any dirt or algae by scrubbing with a solution of hot water, detergent and 25ml of Fountain Clear. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and dose as above. For features containing over 100 litres (22 gall) of water, use 50ml each time. Discharge of the low concentrations commonly used in fountains poses no environmental threat. Because of its rapid hydrolysis, Hydra Fountain Clear is not recommended for use in systems above pH 9.0. TYPICAL QUESTIONS Note: DO NOT USE in water systems with fish, plants, and other aquatic life. WATER FOUNTAINS THE PROBLEMThis small precautionary step goes a long way, helping prolong the life of the water pump. It’s important in the general upkeep of your centerpiece. Replace Your Pump You can also scrub any extra decorative items clean with a sponge, making sure that they don’t have any invasive algae or dirt that may damage your progress. Both of these can be applied with a toothbrush so that you can get down to the deepest parts of the pump without issue. You can also use pipe cleaners. Refill With Distilled Water

Remember to rinse down and remove any residue left on the surface of the fountain with a garden hose and a pair of old, clean bath towels before refilling. Learn to Clean and Replace Pump Filters If your fountain doesn’t have any water plants, you can always add a small amount of chlorine to your fountain. We’d only recommend using one to two tablespoons, every two to three weeks during summer and the warmer spring weeks of the year. Ensure your pump is turned off when adding the chlorine. Once the fountain is full, you should once again have a clear and glistening centerpiece. However, without proper care, the water will become dirty again. There are also some additional preventative measures you can take. Algae and Dirt PreventativesWhen looking for the best and most cost-effective product for water feature cleaning, there is only one solution : Hydra Fountain Clear Fountain Water Cleaner. INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS Next, we need to get rid of the remaining excess. Some of the most common methods of dirt/algae removal include the use of: Once you’ve completed this step, you should be able to see the grit and grime leftover in the base. We’ll look into the removal of this in the next step. Scrub the Fountain Clean Equally effective in hard water, once diluted, this product is non-toxic and safe for animals and birds; however, do not use if fish are present. The first step is to turn off the water pump inside your fountain. This is important to ensure that water doesn’t spray everywhere when you start cleaning. You also need to remove this pump, along with any other small decorative items that you might have inside. Empty the Water from the Fountain