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Backyard Ponds, LLC
3.9(
31
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Water Feature - Install a Fountain or Waterfall

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are still in the installation process, but the workers are hard working knowledgeable, approachable and friendly. Jennifer is one of the owners and her honest, upfront and knowledge about ponds and what it would require to install my pond, especially since I had a big hole from a previous attempt (By a family member) is why I chose Backyard Ponds. Jennifer gave me a fair and reasonable price within my budget. She also sat down with me and has educated me on how best to keep my pond eco-friendly and low maintenance. I know that I am going to love there work once the pond is completed. I would highly recommend this company. They do quality work at a reasonable price."
 We specialize in building ponds and waterfalls.
 We specialize in building ponds and waterfalls.
 We specialize in building ponds and waterfalls.
 We specialize in building ponds and waterfalls.
 We specialize in building ponds and waterfalls.

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Marvin's Landscaping
5.0(
11
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Water Feature - Install a Fountain or Waterfall

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marvin and his team do amazing work, very timely, professional, and by far the best value in terms of quality of work relative to cost. My backyard had been destroyed by previous interior home renovations, and it was essentially unusable. They changed that in one day. For context, I’ve provided photos of the before and after. I’m hiring them to do additional work and I’d strongly recommend hiring Marvin for future landscape or hardscape projects."
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+37

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J4 Outdoors, LLC
5.0(
29
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Water Feature - Install a Fountain or Waterfall

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Jeremy put a new roof on my shed. I had a list of odd jobs including replacing hose faucets and fixing electrical fixtures. He has a wide range of talents, and I trust him!"
Hauling Project
Mulch delivery
Tree clean up
Appliance pick up
Hot tub removal

+46

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fountains FAQs, answered by experts

While they’re popular and have a lot of pros, the cons of river rocks include the following:

  • River rocks don’t break down or provide nutrients to plants. 

  • These stones can get hot and scorch nearby plants. 

  • River stones may heat the surrounding soil to inhospitable temperatures. 

  • Rocks can block rainwater from seeping into the ground if installations are too thick or tightly packed.

Most downsides occur when using river rock as mulch in gardens and flower beds. However, you can still incorporate river rocks into your landscape as long as you use them in the correct ways.

A koi pond should be at least 5 feet deep to keep the fish healthy and ensure they don’t freeze in winter. Koi fish are also known for growing large, so the more room you have, the better. A larger koi pond size will allow the fish to grow bigger than a smaller one will, and the more fish you have, the bigger the pond you’ll need. Learn how to build a pond in your backyard to ensure it remains functional and aesthetically pleasing for a long time.

When deciding whether or not to turn off your pump, you should consider your area’s climate and the aquatic life in your pond. If you live in an area with freezing winter temperatures and don’t have any wildlife, keeping your pump on could damage it. If you have aquatic life but live in a colder climate, you might consider keeping your pump running and adding a pond heater.

Ponds enhance landscapes, support wildlife, and create a tranquil outdoor environment.

Yes, it is possible to make a fountain without a pump, though it may seem less intuitive and will require a bit more effort to use. In lieu of an electric pump, there are a few options including hand-cranked pumps or sprinkler systems that can work to provide water for a fountain.

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