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Another key member of the outdoor home aquatic feature team has entered the scene: the pondless waterfall. Traditional ponds are fantastic additions to any outdoor setting for tranquility, aesthetic appeal, and value. However, waterfalls are unique, and pondless additions take this concept even further.
A water garden serves as a backyard oasis, promoting stunning variation in the greenery, sheltering fish, and promoting a more balanced garden ecosystem. Likewise, a waterfall offers a cool and refreshing place to unwind in any backyard, even one that cannot support a normal pond system.
In Northeast Oklahoma, the best place to go for all these waterfall features and products is Backyard Depot Ponds and Landscaping. If you need help with installation, product choices, or design elements, these trusted professionals are a great choice. Below, the team shares everything you need to know about choosing, installing, and maintaining a pondless waterfall feature right there in your backyard.
The first consideration is why a homeowner might want to install a pondless feature over a regular one. Landscape designers cite plenty of benefits to going this route, including the following:
Where a large-scale pondless waterfall installation typically requires professional tools, simpler designs lend themselves well to pondless waterfall kits. If you are thinking of using a kit, most homeowners find them easy to install. However, there are several moving parts that need proper construction to work smoothly.
Our experts do not recommend attempting to purchase all of these items individually—the costs accumulate, and you may miss a vital component. Kits are a convenient package, with some including features like streams, spillways, basins, barriers, and more.
The waterfall stream and spillway options reroute the water flow from the falls to a collection basin.
The basin catches water from the stream, storing it for recycling back through the system. Home waterfall kit makers design these features for camouflage since well-concealed basins make it look like the stream is flowing through rocks or other materials into the ground. The basin’s size will depend on the dimensions and capacity of your chosen waterfall system.
What effects would you like to create in your yard? Various materials create edging barriers, including popular materials like:
Some homeowners prefer water plants growing in the soil alongside the stream for a verdant, peaceful vista.
Residential yards come in all shapes and sizes, and each location has its own set of surface features.
What waterfall style could you imagine adorning your front and back yard? Manufacturers design pond kits for waterfalls to meet the needs of these various types of residential landscapes, including:
When you select your next waterfall pump, the main consideration is capacity. The size of the pump you should buy depends on the capacity of the system. So, carefully measure the dimensions and water capacity of your system before you choose your next pump.
The information is vital in being able to choose the perfect kit with the right pump size. If you are not sure, it is best to check with expert installers like Backyard Depot Ponds and Landscaping. They can also let you know the best way to supply the pump with electricity from traditional wired sources or portable solar-powered devices.
Solar pond pumps are relatively cost-effective and energy-efficient alternatives to traditional power sources. The better models have battery backups that allow the pump to operate for a while, even in the absence of sunlight. However, larger home streams and waterfalls contain more water and need larger and more powerful pumps or a combination of solar and traditional power sources.
The final step is to install the pump and waterfall correctly. Waterfall kits vary, each with its own unique requirements and warranties.
Common waterfall installation steps include:
We have years of experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water features. Contact Backyard Depot Ponds and Landscaping through our contact form today for pondless waterfall options and other beautiful yard features.
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