Pond and Water Feature Service

Laughing Waters Inc. is more than just pond cleaning and maintenance.   In fact, Laughing Waters Inc. is America's premier design and build firm for ponds and water features.  Having won numerous awards for design, Laughing Waters has been one of the most respected and knowledgeable water feature companies since it's inception in 2002.  Our unique, innovative designs have impressed homeowners and large corporations alike, bringing out the natural beauty of every area and creating nothing short of majesty to backyards, courtyards and every space in between.   Our professionals do not simply create inspirational designs but execute flawless installations and builds.  The world-renowned Laughing Waters Inc. team has over twenty years of talent in engineering and construction of premium water features and custom land environments.  Whether it's a small koi escape for a backyard or a multi-layered fountain with timed jets to captivate the public in a c...

During Warm Summer Months, Your Pond's Water Level Will Need To Be Regularly Maintained To Keep Your Aquatic Life And Systems In Top Shape. How important can keeping your pond's water level the same REALLY be?  Extremely.  In the summer months, water will evaporate from your pond at an accelerated rate.  Keeping the pond topped off regularly will stop the pond from drying out and keep your oxygenating plants healthy.  These plants are crucial for maintaining an appropriate nutrient level for your fish.  The evaporation can also wreak havoc on water quality by increasing ammonia and nitrates. This can require consistent testing and chemical solutions to hold steady the fine balance for your pond's ecosystem.  If your water levels become too low, your pump system and other equipment can sustain severe damage by sucking in nothing but air. Maintaining a steady water level is only one of the much needed tasks that your pond requires durin...

Ponds, waterfalls and other water features can take a static landscape and make it into a stunning paradise.  When it comes to moving into a new home, that might have been one of the very pros that led you to choose this particular property.  Unlike most stationary appliances in a home, a pond is an active, living ecosystem that needs care and maintenance.  That may not have been in your mind when you chose the house, went through closing and managed a hectic move.  The question then becomes... now what? If you've chosen to keep the water feature on your property, the very first thing you must decide is if you will maintain it yourself or hire someone to handle it for you.  Understand that pond maintenance can be a very time-consuming and eye-opening experience.  It isn't like upkeep on a clean pool - you must deal with the delicate chemical balance between aquatic life, plants and the water itself.  Everything interacts with each other and can...

Summer is in full swing and Covid-19 restrictions are easing.  This is the perfect time to start planning those barbecues and swim parties to gather those you hold dear.  You shouldn't have to spend this quality time worrying if your pond or water feature looks great or if you serviced it correctly. Whether you just need someone to check your work and make sure all systems are in proper working condition or you want that water feature to look stunning throughout the season, Laughing Waters Pond Maintenance can help. Our trained experts have been taking care of Chicagoland's water features for nearly two decades.  It takes time, energy and serious commitment to keep those ponds looking gorgeous and our specialists are here to take on the heavy task.  With our passion and dedication to ponds and water features, we take pride in the work we do to keep your unique aquatic space in peak condition.  We focus on the details and gritty work so you can spend mor...

To Keep Fireworks Debris Out Of Your Pond And Protect Your Aquatic Creatures And Plants, Consider Covering It With A Netting Around The 4th! Are fireworks bad for your pond? This is a hotly debated issue between fireworks enthusiasts and pond owners.  While there are no definitive tests to answer this question completely considering all fireworks types, distance and environment, it's better to play it safe and remove any and all fireworks debris from your ponds and water features immediately. First of all, as a pond owner, you can relax.  For the most part, it would take a massive amount of fireworks to release any substantial toxins to harm your plants, fish and pond.  Yes, fireworks release copper compounds, sulfur dioxide, lead nitrate and lead chloride that can be a hazard to water ecosystems but a few pieces of debris are an extremely low level threat to your pond. The fact is that you should be more invested in getting out the foreign debris.  Pie...