Natural Pools *BEFORE AND AFTER* Biological Filtration Swim Ponds VS Chlorine Pools

This video is all about natural swimming pools aka recreation ponds. We have noticed a huge increase in requests from our clients to build "natural swimming pools" or "recreation ponds".
These are a great alternative to traditional chlorinated pools or salt water pools. In our natural pools, we use a biological filtration system paired with a skimmer but on a much larger scale. This is called a Wetland Filter and an Intake Bay when building a larger eco system. We use the Aquascape Inc. method and equipment to build all of our water features.
In addition to the biological filtration system, we added U.V. (ultraviolet) light sterilizers, an automatic dosing system (for water treatments & natural beneficial bacteria) and a IonGen G2 filtration add-on. These boost the filtration and clarity of the water so swimming in a natural pool feels refreshing and clean.
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[@vicchico9322]

Hahaha. That drone shot flexing on the chlorine pool! 🤣

[@greyeagle112]

I love being able to see the updates on established ponds. It really helps give a perspective of the long term aesthetic. Great work guys!

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thank you so much! :) We will keep the videos coming.

[@JosueLamb]

awesome build! could you make a video on the maintenance necessary for a natural pool? how do you keep mosquitos and other bugs from in and around the pool?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thanks! Absolutely, we have some really new filtration equipment and processes that we'll be documenting in future vlogs. Love the feedback, look for more of this every Tuesday:) 2:00 pacific time

[@mykidsaresupercute]

Really good point about ponds saving water. Grass is actually bad for the environment. That second Doberman Is so cute! Barking at the fish 😆

[@chadmorrill1850]

Thanks! That’s Doby, he’s 5 but acts like he’s 5 months:)

[@marcospacheco7681]

Amazing,,,,,, all youre crew,, itttt'''''s oo pro,,,,

[@chadmorrill1850]

thank you! I’m nothing without my hardworking crew👊🏻

[@Landmantx]

I think I drove through that neighborhood in Grand Theft Auto lol. Your ponds are amazing!

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Haha! Totally could have, they base GTA on LA pretty accurately.

[@amimaneracookingmore7764]

Love the dogs too 🐾🐾🐾🐾

[@giad2757]

Great job!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Well done!!!

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thank you!

[@magicjordan7478]

Great vid. I was wondering though, it seems the basis of a lot of these natural pools is somewhat ironically synthetic liners. There may be some concern about leaching overtime and PCBs etc. I noted the host stated that concrete cracks and doesn't last as long. I would like to know if there is a way to actually create a natural pond with a natural "liner." Like how does nature do it? It might be more expensive I don't know but what is the answer if anyone knows please comment. thanks

[@vicko7476]

learning about this. great work

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thanks George!

[@catchihandle1821]

Another great job guys. Can't wait to see the revisit on this one. Beautiful. I have a question though about all the electrical equipment and lighting. How do you handle bonding? With above ground pools, you have the frame and decking. With inground pools you have the rebar in the walls and surrounding flatwork. Do you add copper wire around the perimeter and bond everything together to eliminate the possibility of some completing a circuit if there is a fault with a pump or a light?

[@chadmorrill1850]

Thanks! All the lights we use are low voltage and the external pumps are grounded, plugged into a GFCI 110 outlet

[@amimaneracookingmore7764]

Today that is hot in Vancouver I miss to watch one of your videos. I hope you are doing very well. My regards to you Mechi

[@spooky105ace]

Hey man love the vids and the projects! Just one question. Are this natural pools able to run normally in colder climates ?

[@chadmorrill1850]

Hi thanks spooky! Absolutely, natural pools are being installed all over the east coast

[@ilmarti1951]

hey guys! amazing work! What do you place between the liner and the rocks? is there any king of support to minimize the chance to have the rock breaking the liner itself?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thank you! Yes, we use a protective fabric for this called geotextile underlayment.

[@gilbertmartinez6538]

Liners last 20 years if out in the open under the sun ...under rock gravel and water they last longer

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Very true! 20 years guaranteed by the manufacturer, though we have been doing this for over 20 years and our ponds are still holding strong :)

[@amimaneracookingmore7764]

Fantastic job! I love it! 💙💚💙💚💙💚

[@chadmorrill1850]

Gracias!

[@amimaneracookingmore7764]

@@chadmorrill1850 a ti por el arte. Saludos.

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mybaejess]

Is there a way to keep the water clear with low maintenance?

[@affordabledesertliving3487]

Is it easier to keep algae at bay if you have no fish whatsoever in an area that still gets lots of sun? I am in Arizona.

[@jamiehairstuff783]

Nice dobies. My Doberman will drink out of the pond but getting in is a no go. She hates water.

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thanks Jamie! Riley and Daisy, two years old now and by far the BEST dogs I've ever had. Ha, they're so entertaining and funny they need their own You Tube channel :P

[@voodooaudioeditsFunnyGirl]

Wow 👍😱😱

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Thank you!

[@mrbeny17910]

Hello, very nice ponds, can you explain how to do a wet land biofilter

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

A biological filer is a natural filter opposed to using chemicals to kill toxins, it uses beneficial bacteria (good bacteria) to break down harmful toxins in the water. It's natural method of filtering out toxins from the water. It essentially gives a home to good bacteria.... A WETLAND biofilter, also called a "BOG FILTER"... it's a shallow water area filled with plants that doubles as a "biological filter". The water is pumped through the bottom and rises up through the filter "media" (material such as lava rock that good bacteria make a home in) then flows back into the pond, normally with a waterfall for aesthetics as well as to add oxygen.

[@kimdean4508]

What’s the cost difference of this vs regular pool

[@veerpalsingh4390]

How do you keep Plants in the pond alive? As they are isolated from the ground, where do they get the nutrients from?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

We create "planter pockets" between the rocks for the plants to grow and consume nutrients. It also contains the plant, gravel and soil from spreading throughout the pond. Keeps the edging looking natural too Thanks for watching!

[@lisalph8922]

How do you replace a pond liner? Do you pretty much have to take everything out and do it all over again?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

The liner lasts 30 to 40 years covered with rock and gravel. Maybe 50 years

[@mrredeye1945]

That's amazing man how much like this will cost ?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Depends on size, depth, filters etc. But these can range from $50k - $150k.

[@naz7840]

How do you repair broken/punctured liner?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

You can patch it! Use a EPDM liner patch kit. However, if its a large/long puncture / rip, you can seam a new piece of liner on. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKXLo6eIr8qjobs

[@MrCites1]

How wide is that pond? I’m building one up to 2m deep in Australia, but it’s hard to slope it without it being vertical when you have limited width.

[@chadmorrill1850]

36’ x 21’ .. get yourself some angular rock so you can stack vertically

[@MrCites1]

@@chadmorrill1850 thank you, I’m using 800kg-2 tonne on average granite rock, plus I have a few 25 tonne rocks

[@joeschmo8115]

How to you control all the fish poop? That’s a lot of fish for a small pond.

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

great question! Biological filtration takes care of any fish poop.. these ponds can take lots of fish no problem

[@chiccenhawkc]

💯💙🔥👍

[@teresachavez1216]

Can you make your ponds look blue with lights?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Yes, we can add color changing lights :)

[@froglick28]

The evaporation must be crazy

[@milofishpup]

Is it ok to plant trees next to a pond with a 45 mil liner

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Yes it is.. maybe add some weed barrier in that spot

[@milofishpup]

@@CaliforniaWaterscapes i did do that thanks

[@tkfg331]

Is it true that without fish, the nutrient content in the pond would be lower? If so, for people that would prefer a clearer water, would not adding fish to the natural pool result in even clearer water? Cheers.

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Great question! I've noticed over the years that the ponds with the right balance of fish are always clearer then the ones without. Koi are the best. They're carp, so bottom feeders, this help get debris off the bottom and into the skimmer. Koi are also low maintenance, inexpensive and incredibly smart!

[@tkfg331]

@@CaliforniaWaterscapes :Thank you so much for your feedback. I will add Koi :)

[@Dragon90815a]

Natural biofuel

[@originalfallinggirl]

Dude! You rule!! Where can I buy the thickest liner?

[@CaliforniaWaterscapes]

Ha thanks! Pro Ponds West 818-252-0040 ask for Rafael