My pond leaks, how do I fix it?
Nobody likes a leaky pond, especially us. But, before calling FSA&L to “find your leak” which can be a bit of a service bill, I’d like to share with you our method of finding a leak which you can follow OR give us, the pros at FSA&L, a call and we will take care of the issue for you. Most leaks occur in the waterfalls or in the connections within the system. OUR METHOD: turn off your system, add an aerator to oxygenate the water, fill your pond to its highest point and mark the area clearly in at least (3) different areas, monitor your water level daily to determine if the water level IN the pond is dropping when the waterfalls is NOT flowing. If the water level drops while the waterfalls is not flowing continue to monitor the water level until it has stopped dropping and holds its level for 48 hours WITHOUT any rain. Once the water level has stopped dropping and holds its level for the required 48 hours you can begin to look for the leak along the water line because that is where the leak MUST be. On the other hand, if the water level does NOT drop while the waterfalls are not flowing then the problem is in the falls or plumbing lines. To determine this, start the falls and carefully inspect the sides/edges of the falls for leaks, often times just a settled area of liner, but it could be as simple as a leaf jam, or a rock that came out of place. If it is determined that it is not in the falls or the pond then the plumbing must be examined to look for loose connections or fittings, or clogged lines. If our proven processes do not work, then call the professionals at FSA&L we cannot be beat by any leak!!