Cambridge Water Feature Maintenance

Water Feature Care: The Best Way to Get Results 

Cleaning your water feature is not as simple as scrubbing out a bathtub with a bleach based cleaner and scrub brush. Using harsh chemicals or pressure washing methods can damage protective coatings and blast away aged or weakened materials. Aiming a pressure washer at a vulnerable area can result in serious damage so avoid a DIY disaster by calling a local Puddle Pro. 

Water features come in all shapes and sizes and some of these are easier to maintain than the others. An indoor wall fountain is more susceptible to mineral deposits and contamination from manmade sources. Outdoor water fountains, on the other hand, are up against high winds, heavy rains, organic debris and the temperature. In order to get the best results it is important to break the cleaning process down into simple steps that cater to your fountain inside and out. 

Removing Debris: The larger the fountain, the harder it is to clean. Wider models might mean having to wade into water to remove unwanted items while fountains with multiple tiers require climbing up on ladders or stepping on slippery surfaces. One wrong step can lead to serious injury but our team of Puddle Pros come equipped with top safety equipment and tools designed to reach these complex areas. 

Treating Water: Fountain water should be kept clean and clear, just like pool water. Clean water isn’t just beneficial from a visual perspective but from a health and safety perspective, as well. Chemically balanced water runs smoother, looks better and prevents algae growth and bacteria. 

Cleaning Filtration Systems: Running water is clean water and a failing circulation system is a major problem. It is impossible to scoop out every piece of debris that enters your swim space, and that is where filters become so important. If filters are not cleaned regularly they will develop clogs and it will become difficult for water to pass through. Fountain pumps are designed to push water through plumbing lines. If filters are preventing water from flowing through smoothly the pumps have to work harder, using more energy and driving up utility bills.

Deep Cleans: Even with a regular water fountain cleaning program it is important to deep clean water systems as part of your annual routine. This process involves a multi-step chemical treatment that runs through lines, loosening and pulling out any buildup that has formed inside. This is then pulled into the basin and water can be drained. Once empty, concrete surfaces can be acid washed or in the case of liners, can be heavily scrubbed. Water levels can then be refilled and chemically treated for a fresh start.