Charleston Water Feature Maintenance

A water feature is a great way to bring a bit of zen to any space — but only if the water in the fountain is clean! Something as simple as a missed chemical treatment can send water from crystal clear to green and smelly. Whether you are dealing with outdoor fountains, waterfalls, indoor water systems or other features, you always want them to look great. Instead of learning to live with bad visuals and swampy water, call your local Puddle technicians. Puddle offers Charleston water feature maintenance for water systems of all shapes and sizes around homes and commercial properties. 

Outdoor water fountains are up against the elements in the same way that swimming pools are. Fountains aren’t meant to be swam in and that makes water chemistry and cleanliness less of a priority — but that shouldn’t be the case! A dirty garden fountain or water feature is a serious risk to the health and wellness of anyone around them. More than being a risk to houseguests and customers debris, algae growth and contaminated water are a risk to structures and water systems themselves. Say goodbye to gross water and get your water flowing with a bit of help from your neighbourhood Puddle crew. 

Water Feature Care: Giving Your Fountain What It Really Needs 

Properties in Charleston are known for historic homes and larger than life landscaping. When a fountain is clean and running smoothly it adds curb appeal and value to any home or business but this is easier said than done. Cleaning an outdoor water feature isn’t the same as just scrubbing down a counter top or spraying down a sink. Harsh chemicals can melt away protective finishes while heavy equipment like wire brushes and power washers can damage aged or weakened surfaces. 

The best way to care for a water feature is to treat surfaces, water condition and the internal systems and equipment that keep fountains running. If this sounds like a lot, that’s because it is! Anyone can grab a skimmer and remove debris that is floating along water surfaces but getting real results requires a more in-depth approach. Puddle technicians have developed a multi-step approach that caters to the needs of water features at the surface level but also treats the internal systems and components that keep fountains running.

Routine Cleanings: Just like a swimming pool or hot tub, water features benefit from routine cleaning programs. Consistency is key to keeping water features in great shape but it’s tough to stay on top of water condition if you already have a busy schedule. Puddle technicians create custom cleaning programs that treat surfaces using top industry tools and techniques. Sides are scrubbed, filters are checked, lines are flushed and fountain water is tested and balanced for sparkling clean results. 

Deep Cleans: When managing a water feature a deep clean should be broken down into the surface and systems. Puddle technicians apply a speciality combination of chemicals that run through systems loosening and pulling out debris. The next step is draining the water out. Once empty vinyl liners can be scrubbed clean and concrete surfaces can be acid washed. This is also the ideal time to clean surrounding areas like filters, fountains pumps and more. Cleaning the pump improves output of circulation systems, preventing wear and tear. 

Seasonal Care: Charleston might not experience winter in the same way that the Northern States do but that doesn’t mean fountains don’t need a little bit of TLC when the seasons change. If you don’t want to leave fountains running throughout the off-season it’s a good idea take additional steps to prevent damage and contamination that comes along with disuse. It’s a good idea to cover the fountain, drop the water level and flush lines to get rid of any sitting water. 

Expert Water Fountain Care: The Puddle Guarantee 

Water features in Charleston come in all shapes, sizes and styles. Every member of the Puddle team is highly trained and experienced so you can rest easy knowing that your water feature is always in good hands. Expert technicians are able to clean and maintain indoor and outdoor water features, identify signs of water loss and provide seasonal care to prevent damage over the course of the off-season.