Who should I hire to build my pond?
Top 10 Questions to Ask Your Potential Pond Installer
1. How much experience do they have? How many ponds have they installed?
2. Are they a certified contractor that has been professionally trained?
3. Do they have their own pond(s) at home?
4. Do they offer references?
5. Can you view their display ponds or ponds installed for other customers?
6. Do they offer seasonal maintenance? What does it include?
7. Do they offer any educational seminars?
8. Where can you purchase supplies for your pond?
9. Do they participate in any annual pond tour?
10. Is there a local pond club that they are active in and that you can join to network with other pond owners?
Your pond should be a source of enjoyment, relaxation and tranquility. Invest your money wisely… know your pond installer’s reputation for service and quality before you begin your project!
For additional information on finding a certified pond builder in your area go to
http://www.aquascapeinc.com/findcontractors.php
Following are some of the questions I suggest prospective pond owners consider when planning a backyard water garden.
What about water gardening appeals to you? Is it the plants, fish, frogs, turtles, birds, the sound of water, or the overall landscaping look? Whatever it is, build your dream pond with those elements as focal points. What might you imagine your perfect water garden to be? A burbling mountain stream? An oriental fish pond? A cool spring in the woods? Whatever your dream, you’ll want to recreate it on a scale that fits your home and budget. Practically speaking, where do you spend most of your time at home? Will you spend more time outside or inside? Plan with that in mind. Just remember, if you can dream it, we can find a way to accomplish it.
Picture Perfect Ponds by CJ Grounds Maintenance
“We will build you the Pond of your Dreams!”
1911 East Mountain Road Westfield, MA 01085 www.pictureperfectponds.com
(413) 534-5781
