BEST Way to Make Aquariums EASIER

[@TazawaTanks]

For a complete tour of all of my fish tanks, watch here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGKymWN8dpt6aLc Link to WiFi timer: www.aquariumcoop.com/products/kasa-wifi-light-timer?_pos=1&_psq=kasa&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Link to aquarium plants: www.aquariumcoop.com/collections/plants Link to the medications that I have: www.aquariumcoop.com/collections/fish-medicine Link to Python: www.aquariumcoop.com/collections/type_cleaning-supplies/products/python-super-pump Link to aquarium test strips: www.aquariumcoop.com/products/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips?_pos=2&_psq=test%20s&_ss=e&_v=1.0

[@sunriseeyes0]

Thank you for the pump/powerhead tip!

[@garthantash]

I have tried a few of the smart apps available to me and found the Kasa one is by far the best. Pretty much everything I have attached to a tank is plugged into a smart plug. Not just for lights too. I have my filtration set to turn on at midnight and 3am with no off time. It ensures that if I am doing tank maintenance and manually switch off the filters then every forget to turn the filtration back on, it will guaranteed come back on at those times.

[@errk25]

Great idea with the timers and filters.

[@sarahwoodring5587]

Using the powerhead for water changes has been a game changer for me! I used to dread changing water on my bottom-shelf fry grow out tanks so I'd avoid it as long as possible. Now it takes just a few minutes and I'm anticipating much better growth and survival rates!

[@yunge9482]

How do you do that I'm tired of bringing my water hose inside

[@derrik5329]

I have several very large tanks, like over 300 gallons each and they can take a long time to drain even with a pump. I started using a larger diameter pool hose that I connected to some pvc that hooks onto the lip of my tank. Now it'll always drain to the exact level every single time and it drains near 100 gallons in just a few minutes. By the time I set it up and then hook up my hose to refill (my nearest hookup is 200 ft away) the tank is ready to start being refilled. I went from taking almost an hour for each tank to do a water change to about 20 minutes.

[@drewsta005]

Def use a lot of these tips. I appreciate some new ideas as well. You have been a great source of info since I got back into the hobby and have been stricken with MTS. Keep up the great content, it’s always good to know or go back to. And PYTHON water change system saved me!! Will always recommend it to anyone!!

[@stevescarsfish2175]

Having Alexa controlling my pumps, filters, heaters and lights is the best. Doing it via voice is so nice doing water changes also the timers.

[@fbasantajr]

Zenzo, another great informational video, a lot of great points.... Thank you from NYC.

[@kerrypitt9789]

Everything you say here is good advice. Here we cannot purchase some meds for our fish, but many of us have resources and manage to have the meds we need In 🇨🇦 . Most of my tanks are unheated but I have several heated aquariums. All of my 20 to 60 gallon tanks have an HOB but I only run them to filter big bits out of the water, otherwise I only run them one day a month just to keep them working. Thanks Zenzo, great topic.

[@paulmccarthy7467]

Some superb ideas about installation. I like the idea about insulating the tank it self. I’ve got 7 tanks in my garage multiply air pump running and heaters in every tank think it’s time to heat the garage and get a Central air pump. I’ve only now got two tanks left in the house.

[@jordanbabcock9349]

Haven't seen this part of the video yet but yeah.. you're going to struggle if you're continually pumping cold air into a tank you're attempting to heat.

[@thecichliddojo4245]

New sub, love the channel.

[@SlimTim_dirty_aquatics]

Ever since I watched your video on plugs, wow a game changer. Use to use dial timers, first hated the rattle noise, second anytime the power went out had to sync the time, thirdly anytime I wanted turn the light on reach and stretch for the timer. Smart plug so much easier and less work. Honestly love telling “Alexa, turn on aquarium lights”

[@audrameyer9558]

Excellent!!! I really appreciate that you are just a cool guy that loves fish and wants to share what you've learned or implement with us.

[@pezmojado8275]

Good tips. I have only 8 aquariums. For draining my aquariums I use a wayne 1/10 hp portable utility transfer pump.

[@bunnysparklzbunnytime5117]

Them there kasa smart plugs are the bomb diggity!

[@rae_ray8944]

Wet Pen is a Great Idea. I will add this to my regime. Thank You for your time

[@darrylmoore5847]

Great video. I like to put insulation around my canister filters. They sit on the floor which is much cooler than where the tanks are sitting. This seems to reduce my heating cost.

[@cnotake]

Great video! I like your fish room setup. It's well organized.

[@liliromero4910]

These were great tips! I have my aquariums on smart plugs and they work great.

[@rickrathbone2118]

Some reminders that I found useful. Thanks.

[@williamwood4779]

Thanks Zen, always appreciated! I love those test strips easy and accurate hard to beat.

[@aharonwilliams3272]

Shalom I'm An New Beginner To Starting Out My First Fish Tank.Ur Videos Are Very Informative An Has Open Mind As Far To Wat Ur Going To Need Starting Out.

[@shaheem36]

Great video. Been watching your content for a while. The submersible power head for water changes is awesome. 💪🏾 Subscribed!

[@lewisspeed3041]

Definitely need to know info,really makes the hobby easier.

[@woolywooly8690]

If you're cleaning your aquarium with python if you are able to run the hose outside or into a drain on the floor and suck on the end of the hose to start the siphon you get a really strong siphon for cleaning your gravel. I use swimming pool filter sand and cleaning this way I could actually pump the sand right out of my aquarium and I have a 3-ft python tube. Cuts gravel cleaning time in half and you save a lot of water usage.

[@ansellexotics]

Thank you!!! I’m totally trying a few of your ideas!!

[@simonbegin5763]

At 9.34, you talk about 'doing your declorinating'. With regards to the python, when and how do you declorinate in the refilling process ? I agree with all of your points, they all work for me too. I just do not have a python and that's something I need to know before buying one. I currently use tap water in containers, drop the amount of declorinator needed, wait 5-10 minutes and then refill. Thanks for your dedication Zenzo :) Sim

[@TazawaTanks]

I dechlorinate as the water is refilling. I just pour or squirt it in when the water is flowing in.

[@simonbegin5763]

@@TazawaTanks Perfect thanks. If you never had any problems, it's reassuring. One more thing I learned that you didn't mention, I regrouped my aquariums. They were scattered around my home at first, now they are mostly in the same room, with easy access to and from the bathroom. Also helps controling humidity.

[@errk25]

One of my favorite things to make my aquariums easier is auto feeders. I work weird schedules with long hours and use auto feeders to make sure my fish get fed once a day at the same time if I'm home or not. Then I'll supplement other foods as desired. Great for vacations too.

[@eyadjamus7126]

You have an awesome fishroom with some great oddball fish. Thanks for sharing.

[@ZebedeeH]

Love how informative you are keep it up bud 🙏🏼

[@jamesclough2638]

I have insulated tanks before. It works. I am getting the test strips.

[@HeRo-qd6tk]

Good info. Ty for sharing your tips.

[@b1oh1]

If you're using test strips, make sure it's a reliable brand. I only use aquarium co-op or tetra strips. My wife bought some off brand ones off Amazon and they said every single tank was the exact same. Now, I don't treat my water at all since I'm on a well, but I do have higher pH tanks due to substrates, and softer water tanks due to woods in the water, etc. My cichlid tanks with cichlid substrates and limestone was reading the exact same pH as my tetra and endler tanks.

[@Tackleberry657]

Great video. I use alot of these tricks of the trade. Keep up the great work, brother.

[@StoneAquatics]

Been in the hobby my whole life easiest way is to just stay up on your water changes In all the years keeping fish that’s the most important thing I’ve learned

[@seanvalentinus]

Learning about that water pump was a big help, I've been consuming loads of content and never come across that before. I only just figured out exactly what a Python did and was disappointed because I like using my water changes to water my garden. That pump is perfect, and when I (inevitably) get too many aquariums to mess around with the syphon anymore that'll be what I get. Also appreciate you upping the test strips. I got the master test kit and during a spike spent a week testing water every day and just totally burned myself out on that process. Have switched to Tetra strips with liquid test for Ammonia and I'm never going back. Would love to try those Co-op strips but I'm down in Australia.

[@AlgaeWhisperer]

Some fabulous tips ! ... thanks so much for sharing Zenzo, I only have 4 tanks but still a pain to do qater tests on all tanks,... test strips are un my future . Im in toronto Canada so heaters are a nust but im goung to insulate any future tanks as a test. I currently use a python for water changes, as mentioned i have 4 tanks currently and 2 of them are 4 foot tanks, my tank will most likely be a 6 footer. I'll convert my python into a pump set for water extraction and for maybe filling too . I still can't grow plants ! ... i just suck at it ! ... yea i have cichlids, but even the thick leaved plants that they cant eat do t do well in my tanks, ... one day I'll put firth some effort to learn how to grow them. Great vid Zenzo ... i know this one is over 2 years old but keep them come'n Cheers

[@keepamerica2astrong280]

Hey Z Great fish room for sure. Thanks for the tips...

[@IMaqua]

Great tips. Watched all the video. Just one thing to add for people with a lot of aquariums sharing the same equipment between tanks....just don't. Either have various sets ot sanitize and disinfect nets, hoses, tweezers, scissors....

[@TazawaTanks]

Thank you for watching the video. As far as the cross contamination comment, I disagree. In some situations where there are new fish introduced or if there is an outbreak of parasite or disease, I would agree. However, in many situations (such as mine where all fish go through an external and internal parasite treatment when I receive them and put them in quarantine), it is not necessary.

[@IMaqua]

@@TazawaTanks yeah on that one I need to agree with you. I guess when you have a bad experience you start being too cautions. Anyway thanks for the video. I have seen these wifi plugs around but never knew they are so useful. Will definitely get few of those.

[@mrek2068]

Brilliant video.

[@brianwirtz4181]

I have recently added a Sicce pump to help reduce time on water changes. I also went with the test strips for my 4 aquariums vs. API kit. Both save time and money.

[@eyadjamus7126]

Great tips. 👍

[@cichlid_kings]

All very good tips & tricks 👌 Already use a submersible pump for water changes, game changer. Will be looking into the WiFi controlled timers for a few of my tanks. Currently have 180G / Two 75G / 65G / 36G / 20G / 10G 🤣 Lookong to downsize one 75G 🤣 And the Aquarium Co Op test strips are a must, I'll be picking some up very soon 😎

[@evan_rifkind]

The Kasa surge protector power straps are game changers. All 6 outlets are individual smart plugs.

[@andrewfortoul8179]

except connecting 1 light takes out 3 plugs

[@evan_rifkind]

@@andrewfortoul8179 yea, would depend on the lights being used and their plug configuration, I suppose. And also if you're using the strip for lights or other equipment.

[@pjp9383]

@@andrewfortoul8179 This part drives me nuts. I have some power bars with digital timer on half the plugs, but I can only plug 2 lights in each power strip, because of the plug on the lights.

[@liljeepz]

I have been looking for months for a good system for water changes... your pumps with longer hoses gave have definitely gave me a great idea! Do your have any info on how you stop the pump at a certain level?

[@terrymartins2552]

What type or brand of submersible pump do you use or recommend?? Thanks. Great video and I always get great tips and ideas from all of your videos.

[@s.y9308]

Love the information. I want a 20 gallon tank for outdoor use on my lanai. The sun does shine for a few hours then it all shaded. Can i do something to prevent algae? I was also thinking of putting fans i saw on amazon 4 fans to hook on the side. Yes i was thinking of doing insulated on three sides. I live on Oahu.

[@mrswiggles2012]

LOL...Co-op hat and Fritz shirt

[@WillAnderson4]

Thanks for this video. What size pump would you use on a 75 gallon tank and a 40 gallon tank?

[@TazawaTanks]

Something that moves at least 500gph so that it won’t take too long. Honestly with water change pumps, the more powerful the better.

[@mattvolkman6529]

Just ordered my wet erase markers.

[@PROMOERECTUS]

Good stuff, as usual Z. Do you run into shelf life issues when you keep meds on hand? I've never really looked to see how long meds can kick it in a fish room.

[@TazawaTanks]

Nothing that I’ve noticed. They usually have a shelf life of 2 years+.

[@PROMOERECTUS]

I've never really did any research. Always been a frantically run around and find what I need when something comes up. I'll definitely be looking into a stock of good stuff to have on hand. Thanks Z.

[@sandradolbel2578]

I use the dry erase markers to now put the dates of my water change on each tank because I saw you do it in an earlier video. It is not wet erase but works great as a quick reference instead of running toy log book. My issue is adding water to the tanks. None of Mt faucets are python friendly. I need a way to refill my tanks with a pump..what kind of pump could I use?

[@cmorrison5466]

I was wondering the same. Couldn't you just use the same pond pump that you used to empty the tanks? You could fill a 10G bucket of treated water in your bathtub, insert the pond pump, and then pump the treated water back into the tanks? I was wondering if this "reverse" procedure could be done using the same equipment. This way you just keep refilling the 10G bucket after it empties back into the tank. Has anyone ever tried this?

[@GrossoEscobar]

I'm loving those Saulosi cichlids! Do you sell them locally? I would love to create a species tank with them.

[@TazawaTanks]

Thank you! No, I’m not selling any at the moment.

[@CarolynnMc01]

iI always enjoy your videos. And if you're an "old timer" i guess i'm a dinosaur. LOL. Have a great day out there!

[@thebipolarfishkeeper]

I've been on the fence about keeping meds on hand. How long of a shelf life do meds have? I'd hate to buy them and not use them and then they go bad.

[@TazawaTanks]

When we sell them I think they have an 18 month shelf life minimum. It’s a relatively small investment for peace-of-mind for a year+. Some meds keep longer.

[@stevemartinez9075]

That African Cichlid tank behind you what size is it and how many fish do you have in it

[@TazawaTanks]

5’ long 90 gallon acrylic. Not sure how many. Maybe around 20.

[@stevemartinez9075]

@@TazawaTanks thank you sir you’re a good man I don’t care what Corey says about you you’re a good man😂

[@TazawaTanks]

@@stevemartinez9075 🤣🤣🤣

[@zookinir]

re keeping heat - was it styrofoam you used ?

[@TazawaTanks]

I used foam insulation.

[@zookinir]

TY

[@MrQuist125]

thx sir

[@brocal]

Newb question...if i use the pump to drain the water, how am i cleaning up anything floating around on the substrate?

[@DaNiElLl430]

Your really not. You'll get some particles but you'll still have to vacuum every so often.

[@TazawaTanks]

Every once in awhile, you can gravel vacuum. I do this too. However, it doesn’t have to be the whole water changes. As an example, if I’m doing a 70% water change in a 75 gallon tank, I may only need to vacuum about 10 gallons of water. I can also use the pump in the bucket to avoid having to carry the bucket.

[@gabrielalexander3069]

I personally think that if you need to have medications is due to the fact that you are doing something wrong with your aquarium from the current set up (temperature/water flow,etc) or the maintenance.

[@TazawaTanks]

That doesn’t make any sense. If you buy fish from a store, wholesaler, or somewhere else, and if that fish has a parasite or a disease, how does your aquarium setup have anything to do with having medications on hand? Will they magically be rid of a parasite because your water parameters are good?? No.

[@amsal6763]

You should set up a crayfish tank like the dwarf mexican or procambarus alleni

[@naegwut]

Silver arowana fox