How An Algae-Infested Koi Fish Pond Is Deep Cleaned | Deep Cleaned | Insider
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2024
- Grass Roots Pond and Garden has been a family-run water-gardening business in southeast Michigan since 1973. Sam Bates walks us through how he safely relocates koi fish to dewater the pond for a deep clean. The process involves netting out leaves and muck, power washing algae from rocks, and aerating the pond water.
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How An Algae-Infested Koi Fish Pond Is Deep Cleaned | Deep Cleaned | Insider
Like these deep cleaned series, hope there is more to come
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@@user-ou5jm4mo4c thanks
mmm chezburgr
Living here in Michigan, I do not even have fish, let alone a pond, BUT, I absolutely love your detailed information relayed in a straightforward manner. Thank you. I learned a lot today.
I’m so thankful to have had this opportunity to be featured on such an iconic page. I also greatly appreciate comments such as yours. I’m glad you learned something from this video. If you’re in Michigan, you should visit our store Grass Roots Pond and Garden 😃
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You found us! Thanks again! 😃
The fish gonna be like: Yo is this the wrong pond? This is not my pond 😳 don't tell me...aliens 🤨
*70 likes and not a single comment, how? :/*
94 likes and a single comment? imma change that
96 likes and only two people replied? Let me change that
You can eat glue as long as it’s non-toxic
Also fish:damn i think our owner left us for those nice looking chick-ens at that farmhouse
Loved the guy who explained everything! Very succinct, charismatic, and straight to the point! Thank you :)
Hey that’s me! Thank you for such a kind comment 😃 I genuinely appreciate it!!
This is so satisfying to watch!
Thanks for watching! 😃
These guys make cleaning so satisfying
Thanks for watching! 😃
My issue with 'deep cleaning' a pond (or aquarium) is it doesn't address the cause of the algae buildup. You can clean an ecosystem all you want, but if the pond is still getting too much light, or holding too much waste, or being over fed, that algae's coming right back. It seems like a colossal waste of money in a majority of cases.
More money for them
Well, you can ask the owners which one they'd choose. Very Costly upgrade, possibly heavy construction and killing the fishes due to prolonged migration to temporary system or just costly cleaning?
Well, it needs to be cleaned no matter what.
haha, that what he doesnt want to share , ka ching $$
most people don't want a system that naturally cleans itself, with multiple different fish species, and other organisms to keep the algae in check. They just want a pretty koi pond, and they don't mind paying someone to clean it every year.
This is so satisfying to watch. Is it just me ?
Just you
Cleaning is satisfying to watch, but not to actually do
@@Constantine_Cvl8 I’d argue the opposite 😂 I’m the guy in the video and I have a blast! 😃
Not just you! 😃
This was great. You really care about the koi.
Thank you so much! I appreciate it 😃 I also try my very best with the fish. I love koi! They are aquatic puppies that should be handled with care 🐟 😃
Brown water is tea for the fish as complimentary for all the inconvenience they faced
It's America. They don't do tea. It's coca cola most likely
@@RandomPerson-tz7wk we love iced tea in the south
That’s it! Sweat tea for the trouble 😂
With fish tanks you have to leave some of the old water in there because it stresses the fish out having all new water. Is it the same with ponds and koi and all the other creatures that will come live in the pond?
Yes. A pond is pretty much just a giant aquarium
it might be a bit different, since the koi live outside, water changes might not be as bad as with a fish tank, where the temperature is always a constant temperature. It seems like they are keeping the fish in their pond water, so they probably add that water back into the pond.
When ponds are super dirty we won’t use the old water. When the water is adequate enough to store and reuse we definitely do that! Koi are much more tolerant to quick changes than most may think. Any physical transfer or water difference can induce some stress but that is just part of a spring cleaning. Usually within 24-48 hours the koi are back to normal operations! Also adding that bacteria at the end whether it’s all new water or some old water helps get things back to normal. I hope this helps 😃
Key is using same water for holding tank and not having temperature shock when they go back.
Thats why u need janitor fishes, since they also clean those stuff, though i wonder why they aren’t too popular in most ponds
Most of these fish like warmer water. At least here in Michigan, it’s difficult/impossible to keep them during the winters outside. I’ve seen high finned banded sharks in ponds before but they can only do so much. Much more to handle in a pond than in an aquarium. I hope this helps 😃
Insider just gets me, this was very satisfying
Gotta get myself that sock net lol.
Oscars are suprisingly fast
I remember my grandpa's pond being clean up a few years ago. He ask the people who cleanse the pond to put the sedimen at the bottom of the pond to a separate container and used it to do gardening.
Yep, good fertilizer as is the pumped out water.
Even with screens and covers, leaves get in and rot over winter. Keep an air bubbler going to keep an open air hole in ice. If it seals over for a month, they die from the amonia.
nice cleaning!! :D
though i am worried, do they leave any bacteria in there?
I heard you should never clean the filters with tap water because it could harm the beneficial bactira/
It will eventually grow more beneficial bacteria. Thats why its called deep cleaning
There's no way they can get ALL the bacteria, it'll grow back and subsequently will need further cleanings. That's just part of maintenance
They add it back as they mentioned at the end of the video
You are correct! The only thing that we do differently than a lot of companies is that we truly do a deep cleaning on the filter and add a ton of bacteria immediately when done. I don’t suggest cleaning the filters this way during the normal operating months of a pond 😃 hope this helps!
I wonder if you sell the fish waste as fertilizer it's very sought after.
fish waste is too high in nitrites. it also has heaps of nitrates which is good fertiliser but the nitrites will burn the crop.
@@joeprinsen1717 I've never heard of that...... I've only heard of nitrate burn from synthetic fertilizer......... I've seen guys dump that pond sludge on grass, and trees..... With only seeing better grows after two weeks.....
@@joeprinsen1717 use it to make black powder then
@@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo ok well there is no such thing as synthetic fertilizer as it is made from mineral salts to start with. the main fertilizer used is ammonium nitrate
which is good for plants. but fish produce also ammonium nitrite. which is the stuff in dog wee that burns the grass and kills it. you don't want to be putting that on crops unless you want them dead.
@@alifr4088 if you can turn fish poo into gunpowder, you have a billion dollar idea...
Was just playing Power Wash Simulator the other day. So satisfying 😌
This felt refreshing to watch 👍👍
The bacteria is nitrosamonas and nitrobacter to convert ammonia to nitrites and then to nitrates.
nice sharing of talent,thanks for sharing!
I appreciate the kind comment! Happy to do so especially on such an iconic channel!
I had to leave my house to move to an apartment just a few months ago. I miss my pond and my fishes and all the other critters that came along. 😕 cleaning it sucked but the end result was so satisfying.
Very informative,thank u.
I enjoyed the video-thank you! You seemed very confident cleaning the pond without worrying about the liner getting torn. Can a pond liner be that strong? My pond is overrun with algae, but I'm hesitant to clean it for fear of damaging the liner.
Why watch this ?
- it's satisfying.
Clams, crawfish , and shrimp will work wonders on keeping that algae in check
Add a plecostomos during summer?
@@lelanddimmer5979 no
Well great....now I need a Koi pond.
Algae infested seems an odd description, when algae is an enrichment to the biosystem. City folks gotta sterilize everything I guess.
Algae can be an infestation, it will use up all the oxygen in the water, killing the fish. But you're right, in this case I think people want their pond to look clear and pretty.
@@misstweetypie1 Props to you when you realize that algae is a plant. Plants process carbon dioxide waste from animals and produce oxygen that animals need. These little ponds count as an enclosed ecosystem and deserve attention to the circular biological processes. Taking away the algae removes oxygen production that can be supplemented with an aerator. The aerator could serve an extra benefit by being used to circulate the water through a sufficient amount of gravel to host the bacterial organisms that naturally help process the solid waste, preventing the buildup of poisonous ammonia. These are just a few of the things to consider when managing an enclosed ecosystem, and can be arranged in a way that also keeps it clear and pretty.
@@martiantexan7632 agreed. I meant that in certain cases, algae blooms can be a death sentence for the fish. I do agree that there is a way to have a nice little minimal input system (a pond will never be a closed system, because animals move in, leaves fall in, etc.) but that is usually up to a DYI enthusiast to build, because a pond that is self-sufficient doesn’t have much scope to make money off of, versus the type of pond in the video where there is yearly maintenance, filters, fish, food, de-chlorinators, etc. to buy all the time.
I agree the title may be misleading. We clean our clients ponds mostly for the organic materials such as leaves and fish waste. We remove the algae and try to minimize it coming back for the sake of the appearance. String algae is definitely not hurting the fish just the beauty of the system 😃
Seeing them touch all of that wet stuff with their hands grosses me out but I can't stop watching because it's interesting.
I’m the one that was touching the wet stuff 😂 I completely get where you’re coming from I’m just immune to it at this point!
Power wash simulator has prepared me for this video
Same
I have a garden pond too at my house and it needs a serious makeover it has a small crack in it near the top and the whole filter system is needs replacing
With time these things happen. I hope you can get it done or find a local professional to help you out 😃
It's just almond leaves or talisay leaves✨♥️
Nice👍
dried Terminalia Catappa leaves. most of fish enthusiasts use this for betta fish, asian snakeheads (Channa). if they said its secret probably mixed with another beneficial substances.
bros playing power wash simulator
Could you use this as compost.
yes. It might stink for a bit, but it would make great compost. Even just using the pond water to water your yard/garden has lots of ammonia which plants love.
That sludge is best fertilizer ever! Maybe not EVER, but it works wonders on a garden!
I stayed at an airbnb twice a year apart, and it was sad to see how filthy and murky the koi pond was. I always wondered if it was healthy or unhealthy for them. Other guests mentioned the alge in their reviews, too.
This guy can drain my pond any day 😏
What!? 🤣🤣🤣
@@ir3ppzli911 you know 😏
Very nice. The only thing that bugging me now is the secret recipe. It looks like a tea. Quick we need investigators on his case to find out what the bio recipe is.
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I clean pools, so I'm quite familiar with a lot of this. Just don't have to deal with fish.
"First, we bleach the pool.
"Then, we remove the fish!"
Do the koi stay in the pond in the winter? Or do they have to go somewhere else?
Wow
The editing on this video is so chaotic. Slow down!
Secret recipe 👀 interesting...
Let's put in a pond they said. It will be fun they said.
Looks like having a koi pond is a pita!
When properly built and maintained it will take less work than weeding your flower beds. I think it’s the coolest addition to any yard. If a koi pond isn’t the move, maybe a pondless waterfall! Even less maintenance 😃
Loved this!
I’m so happy you enjoyed the video!
Great fertilizer for the plants though
Seeing this amount of care to avoid causing stress to fish gives you an idea what any conventional industrial fishing set up must be like on them. Awful.
That being said, good on you buddy.
I appreciate your comment greatly! Everyone here at grass roots and everyone I know in our industry does the best they can to care for our clients pets 😊
Awesome video but I could never have a pond as I have a fear of frogs
Maybe consider a pondless waterfall! You get the wonders of moving water and without frogs for the most part! 😃
“Don’t get that Koi pond, Bro. You’re just gonna stress out the Koi’s when you sock net them and smell their funky poo mud.”
Where is this quote from? 😂
Bet that makes some of the best fertilizer😁
You are exactly right!
Why not change the plastic (the bedding provided) instead?
I’m not sure if you’re referencing the lining of the pond. If so, the liner is very expensive! It would cost 2-5x more to replace your liner. 45 mil EPDM rubber liner can last 25+ years. A good old fashioned pond cleaning should suffice. Hope this helps 😃
I add the muck to my compost pile and mix it up
too much camera movement and abrupt cut scene
nice
One question - how much does it cost to get the Koi Pond cleaned (on an average)?
How much do they charge to clean these ponds? They do a great job, but must be pretty expensive.
Pond cleaning vary by size and location! Most pond cleanings from our company and other companies I know usually start in the $400-$600 bracket and go up from there.
@@grassrootspondgarden3431 Thanks for the reply, appreciate it. You guys do a great job, this isn't easy at all.
Boy, the price has really gone up I guess. I have a pond that is roughly 15x20x3 ft and was quoted $1200 by a local company.
I'm planning on deep cleaning our pond. When putting the fish in a tub, can we use fresh water in the tub? Will.ot hurt the fish? We have well water. Thanks
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We are in Beaverton MI... any recommendations for people in Mid Michigan that we can talk to about our pond?
I ONLY HAVE A SMALL POND; IT STILL GETS DIRTY. I FEEL BETTER PICKING UP A FEW POINTERS FROM YOU! THANKS
The brown bag of water is a Indian almond leaves
There is such an easy way to do this. It’s called dirted tank. Soil on then sand then water totally self sufficoent
I wonder if this would be good fertilizer?
Mike Rowe should cover this
“My grandfather and fathers secret recipe of bacteria “… yeah… that’s just algae so it gets dirty sooner and he has to come back next year to clean it. Or sooner. 😂
I got a good laugh out of this one 😂😂😂 that bag of brown stuff definitely helps 😃
Go Blue!
I told myself- I would only watch one- then it was two- then three- and now i’m here….
That brown bag water is just almond leaves liquid with dried cowdung and a bit of sponge from old filter tank......secret revealed 😉
I bet the bacteria they use is EM4 for pond fish, add a bit of molasses, and a lot water. 😁
How do the turtle get there ?....
pet or wildlife ?
The way we explain it is “if you build it, they will come”
What spray gun you will use for this?
Ponds are gross, especially artificial ones. They are cesspools of bacteria and mosquitos.
That's ridiculous, if you have fish you don't have mosquitoes and everything has bacteria, you yourself are a cesspool of bacteria inside and out.
You only get mosquitoes in standing water. As long as the pond is properly designed this isn't an issue. A healthy pond generally regulates itself.
@@energze6856 Aren't ponds by definition standing water?
@@maybehuman4 they can have moving water and still be a pond. Ponds are often fed by creeks
@@energze6856 or water without fish. In Thailand, every bit of water has guppies in it. They don’t feed them; they just breed naturally, and feed off the insects
Add pleco fish they help clean algae
😮
Why is there chlorine in the tap water?
Is the bag of beneficial bacteria finger licking good?
That is not necessary at all. With the right finish. This is bad for the koi, both nitrate and the absorption of the food by the fish. Cleaning is pointless.
🇳🇱You see a koi grow every "14 days" in the first 4 years that doesn't work, something goes wrong, and he will never get the name JUMBO again.
Pops and grandad just been having you dump their pee and poo water into peoples ponds, havent they? Come on, man.. dont lie. Lol
5:47 :
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I'm not sure what it needed to be "cleaned" in the first place. It developed a self sustaining eco system. Algae isn't bad. I guess for aesthetic purposes.
I can smell it here 🤣
Ok, I never want to get a pond in my yard 👌
Why not? It’s the coolest addition to any yard. Maybe I’m biased, however 😂
@@grassrootspondgarden3431 It's just too much dirt and work though. Just get a nice lawn with weeds and watch the birds and bees.
Kung Fu Panda “ There is no secret recipe”
That LAB the brown bag not a secret,
Except you don't want to get Algea on your skin like that... A work colleage of mine was a fireman, stepped into a puddle of wild algea and now has a motor neural desiese.
Glove up is all I'm saying it's poison
I definitely will not claim to be expert on all sorts of algae by ANY MEANS. But I’ve been covered in this muck and algae year in and year out for about a decade now with 0 problems at all.
You Can buy expensive koi fish but can't afford a proper filtration and uv light? What a joke.
Even ponds with proper filtration and other equipment require cleaning from time to time. I love my customers and don’t think they are joking around. 👍🏼
Not wearing gloves 🤢
Wearing gloves will hinder you cleaning out the pond. They fill with water and can be slippery. Nothing you pull out of the pond will harm you unless you have cuts on your hand. The pond sludge smells because of hydrogen sulfide gas, which is the byproduct of anaerobic bacteria- a beneficial denitrifying bacteria that lives in ponds. The sludge is basically nutrient rich black mud and is great fertilizer for plants. :)
But don't Koi fish eat algae?
Let me drink the "secret recipe"
Looks like my fish tank (one of 1 million tanks) I have craploads I forgot
Kidding
Fun fact: Fish dont have any problem with algae
Fun fact check! 100% correct. The title is misleading. We cleaned these ponds mostly because of the muck and debris trapped in the system. The algae removal is for the appearance of the pond. Most people don’t like looking at it 😃
Be honest, does the bag contain any urine? :D
2nd
Most of those ponds would look better if there didn't have so many koi in a very small space. Fish poop is the main cause of algae blooms, and carps are known to produce lots of waste.
When necessary we let our clients know it may be time to give away some of their koi. Whether they take the advice or not, is completely in their hands. But I know many people who have too many koi like you’re referencing!
Drop some snails in there. Baby snails make good koi food