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Pond Leaks and Repairs

How to tell a leak from evaporation, where pond leaks hide, and what pond repairs cost in Central Iowa.

Some water loss is normal. On a hot Iowa summer week, a pond can lose 1 to 3 inches to evaporation. A bigger drop usually means a leak, most often a low spot along the liner edge, a waterfall or stream leaking outside the liner, a loose plumbing connection, or a puncture in the liner. We have repaired more than 2,000 ponds. These articles help you find the problem and decide what to do about it.

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What repairs cost

Our basic leak inspection is $250 and includes one hour of inspection and troubleshooting. A full pump replacement usually runs $450 to $2,000. A filter upgrade with a new biofalls filtration system starts around $3,500. We always explain the repair and the price before we start.

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