Having a personal pond that you take care of can be extremely rewarding, despite the work it takes to maintain it. There’s nothing worse for a pond than having ugly, murky water. Luckily, with a little bit of effort, you can turn that water around so that it’s bright and clear again. We’ll show you how to keep your pond water clear so that you have a guide on some problems you might face and know how to deal with them effectively.

Keep Your Water Oxygenated

Healthy water has ample oxygen in it. One of the best ways to make sure your water has enough oxygen is by installing a pond water aerator on the surface or the bottom of your pond. Having the right amount of dissolved oxygen in your water helps maintain a healthy ecosystem for plants and animals in your pond. Aerators also prevent excess sediment from building up near the bottom of your pond. 

Carefully Maintain Fish Population

The way you take care of the fish in your pond can affect the water quality a lot. So, you want to make sure you don’t overpopulate your pond with too many fish, as that will lead to them using up more oxygen and creating more waste that will cloud up your water. Overfeeding can also cause an excessive amount of waste products that ruin your water clarity.

Remove Debris Before It Settles

Any plant or foreign debris that gets into your pond can affect its water quality. If you notice debris floating around on top of the water, make sure to remove it before it has a chance to sink. Leaving it at the bottom of your pond can cause it to begin breaking down, releasing more pollutants into your water and making it murkier and unhealthier for fish.

Keep an Eye on Your Filters

One of the best ways to keep your pond water clear is to make sure that your filters run at maximum efficiency. This means regularly checking them to ensure none have malfunctioned. You also want to change the filters when they get overly dirty. If you leave them too long without changing them, they won’t effectively filter out the materials that cloud up your water. Go for the biggest-sized filter your pond can handle so that you don’t need to change it as often