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Pond Builder in Johnston, Iowa

Johnston homeowners can see our work in person at Created in Johnston on Merle Hay Rd, and our Canoyer Garden Center display in neighboring Grimes is a few minutes west. We build ponds and pondless waterfalls here and keep existing features running with cleanouts and maintenance.

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Working in Johnston

What to expect from Just Add Water in Johnston

If your Johnston yard has mature trees, a natural-looking stream or waterfall can blend right in. Trees also mean leaves, so fall service and a skimmer that is sized correctly matter. We plan for that from the start of the design.

Master Certified Aquascape Contractor

The only one in Central Iowa.

2023 Aquascape Contractor of the Year

National recognition for our design and builds.

About 20 years in Central Iowa

Locally owned and building water features here since 2004.

Services

Pond and water feature services in Johnston

PondsNew ecosystem ponds and full renovations. Basic ponds start at $12,000.Cleaning ServicesFull cleanouts, averaging about $650 for small ponds and features.Water Feature MaintenanceSingle visits from $175, plus weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly plans.Fountainscapes and Pondless FeaturesThe sound of moving water without open water. Fountainscapes start at $5,000.Recreational PondsNatural swimming ponds with wetland filtration, starting at $103,000.RepairsLeaks, pumps, and filtration. Leak inspections are $250.LightingInstalled LED packages from $1,500 with a five-year manufacturer warranty.

See our work nearby

Finished water features near Johnston

Created in JohnstonA display water feature on Merle Hay Rd in Johnston.Take a look Canoyer Garden Center, GrimesDisplay features on SE Gateway Dr in Grimes.Take a look Tranquil Backyard Escape, Polk CityA backyard retreat project profile in Polk City.Take a look

FAQ

Pond questions from Johnston homeowners

How much does a pond cost in Johnston?

A basic 6 by 8 foot pond with pump, filter, rocks, and a small waterfall starts at $12,000. An average 11 by 16 foot pond runs $24,000 to $26,000, and larger high-end ponds start at $40,000. For an existing pond, a full cleanout averages about $650 for small ponds and features and about $1,150 for most ponds.

How long does it take to build a pond in Johnston?

Most backyard ponds in Johnston come together in a matter of days once we break ground. Larger ponds with long streams take longer, and spring weather in Iowa always has a say. After an on-site consultation you get a clear quote and a realistic timeline before any work starts.

How much maintenance does a pond need?

A well-built ecosystem pond needs less care than most Johnston homeowners expect: a spring cleanout, occasional skimmer and filter cleaning, water treatments, and a fall or winter shutdown. You can do much of it yourself, or book a single maintenance visit from $175 or a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly plan.

What happens to my pond in an Iowa winter?

You can run a water feature through an Iowa winter or shut it down, depending on the feature and your preference. Our ponds are dug to a depth that suits Iowa winters, and our winter shutdown service protects the pump and plumbing through the cold. We will walk Johnston customers through the simple seasonal steps either way.

Does Just Add Water serve Johnston?

Yes. We serve all of Johnston, and you can see one of our display features at Created in Johnston, 6330 Merle Hay Rd.

Knowledge Center

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Ready for a pond in Johnston?

Tell us about your yard and we will set up an on-site consultation with a clear quote.

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Also serving: Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Ames, Indianola, Urbandale, Waukee, Grimes, Clive, Altoona