You filled your pond over the weekend, but by Monday morning, the waterline had dropped again. At first, it may not seem serious. Hot weather can cause evaporation, and waterfalls sometimes splash more water outside the pond than expected. But when you keep reaching for the garden hose every few days, there is a good chance the pond has developed a leak. Concrete ponds can lose water through visible cracks, worn joints, porous areas, plumbing openings, or an older coating that has started to separate. The challenge is that the most noticeable crack is not...

A backyard koi pond is something most people build because they want to create a peaceful space. The sound of flowing water, colorful fish moving through the pond, and the natural look of rocks and plants can completely change the feel of a garden. But every pond owner eventually faces the same concern –  water levels dropping. At first, it may only seem like a small issue. You add water every few days and move on. Then you notice the water level is dropping faster, the pump is not working the same way, or your...

If you’ve ever walked out to your pond and noticed the water level slowly dropping, you know that slightly sinking feeling. Most of the time, it’s not a dramatic burst or visible hole – it’s something much smaller and trickier… a leaking seam in the liner. These seams are supposed to hold everything together, but over time they start to give up. Sun, pressure from water, temperature swings – it all adds up. And once that seal weakens, water finds its way out little by little. The good news? In most cases, you don’t need...