How often you should change the water?

[marciello]

Here is a tip regarding changing the water for your pond or fountain:

1. You need to change the water every 4-6 months. This is recommended by most manufacturer

There are few ways to change the water
1. Disassemble
2. Pumping the water out
3. Siphoning

Anyone want to add more tips?

[homeSweethome]

Hello marciello,
Can you explain the methods to change water in more detail? Thanks in advance :)

[Frank]

For ponds with fish in, depending on the amount of fish, you should change 20-25% of the water every 1 week- 1 month. Testing nitrate levels helps, as it's mainly nitrates that you are trying to remove.

[marciello]

Ok here is the detail description on the methods

1. Disassemble - this is for a small fountain or pond. Disassemble it and discard the water.
2. Pumping the water out – this is the easiest way to remove water from a large fountain or pond. Use an extra pump or the existing pump to remove the water.
3. Siphoning – this method is applicable for a small fountain. You need a plastic tube. Place one end in the fountain or pond and you “suck” the water out with your mouth through the other end.