Garden Pond Pump System.?
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I have just got a new garden pond with a pump filter. Do I have to keep this running all the time or just a couple of hours a day?
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It CAN work by only running it during certain hours. Such as the hottest hours of the day when oxygen drops lowest and mosquitoes are most active.
But that allows for a certain amount of “oops” which you can stray over the line and get a die-off. Especially if your area is prone to power outs or brownouts which are also most likely during the hottest hours of the day.
What you might consider is an alternate power source, or a secondary system on an alternate power source. Solar? Wind? Large dogs that love water (believe it or not can give the same benefits).
One that I love is a small decorative windmill if you are in a good area for it. The mill does nothing but power an old-style water mill lifting system. It lifts the water up then spills it down over something like filters or maybe a waterfall/fountain arrangement. Its very ornamental. Its NOT a good idea for a primary system but it makes a great secondary/backup so that you can run your electrical system only part time without as much concern.
If you do a search for windmill pond aerators, then get thru all the ads for big fancy systems, you can find some do-it-yourself projects that you might enjoy.
A few hours a day. Depending on how much dust and dirt in your air.
it’s actually best to keep it running 24-7….. when the water is moving, when it’s ‘on’, there’s little chance of a mosquito laying eggs there… less problems with algae growth… and the water stays areated and doesn’t go stagnant and stink…. just remember to clean out the filter about weekly…. enjoy your new pond!!!…..