Keep your pond healthy with the proper filtration system
While there are different types of filters, they all operate on the same principles. Water is pumped into the filter, gets cleaned and then goes back out to the pond, sometimes through a stream or fountain. Pump, filter and water feature: the combination of these elements is called the Water Filtration System. With a properly installed filtration system, your outdoor pond to will stay clean and healthy for years to come.
Check Your Equipment
Ensure that your pump is strong enough to move the necessary amount of water through the entire system. Aside from the size of the pond and the distance of the pump output, you’ll have to consider the resistance that the filter’s solid media creates. Filters contain one or more layers of water permeable material that are designed to catch debris and remove the water’s toxicity. If your pump is not strong enough, the filter will hinder the cycle and the filtration system might be doing more harm than good.
Take note that filters also have a limit which varies from type to type. The weakest filters can handle around 500 gallons, enough for most backyard ponds. The strongest filters have up to 10 times that capacity. And if that’s not enough, with a little expertise and money, you can build your own custom filter. Remember, it’s better to invest in equipment that’s more powerful than necessary than buying weak ones that you’ll eventually replace.
Installation
Every type of pump and filter is designed to be in a specific location. The equipment’s installation instructions will tell you where to site it. Simple systems such as a submersible pump and filter can be set up within minutes, while others require a bit more elbow grease. Be prepared to purchase and lay out the hose or piping that your filtration system requires. It’s a good idea to include the pipe, pump and filter locations in you pond plans well ahead of time.
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