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Our Services

Contact us today for assistance in your new project. We offer the following services all year round:

Pond Constructions

Do you want to install a pond or a water fixture? We are the team for the job. We install ponds that fit your landscape and design vision. We will let you know the best location for pond and water fixture installation and help you choose the best shape, size, decorative pieces for your new installation.
Whether you install big plans for fish, construct a stream for calm and beauty, a serene waterfall, or any other water fixture – we do it all, we do it well. We understand the challenges that come with water feature installations, as well as the intricacies the job requires. It is our aim that our final construction is beautiful, …

Maintenance In Every Season

You need to take proper care of your pond or pondless water fixtures for them to remain fully functional and healthy.
We love the challenge! We enjoy maintaining your ponds and fixtures in every season. It brings us the greatest satisfaction to know that your landscape is attractive year-round and kept in premium condition.
We offer:

Spring Cleanups – we clear debris, regulate the pH balance of the water feature and adjust all the settings needed for optimal functionality
Summer maintenance – we ensure that your pond works well all summer.
Fall services – we make sure your pond is ready …

Landscaping The Pond Area

The appropriate water fixture enhances your landscape. Landscaping is an art. Water plants, shrubs, and other greenery can upgrade your property tremendously. Tell us your vision, and let our experts do the work for you. We are willing to give you a décor that naturally blends with your fixture or adds vibrant color splashes to make it cheery.
We will bring class to your landscape. Proper landscaping will ensure that your water fixture fits seamlessly with your outdoors. Your guests will love it. Let us turn your yard into your favorite part of the house….

Renovations & Rebuilding

Have you moved recently into a new home with an old pond or water feature? Yes, yes – you can get excited about it!
Sadly, not every pond is exactly to your taste. There are so many different pond styles. We can renovate your old pond and make it chic, modern, and functional. We can rebuild it completely – and you will be pleased with the result. Attempting to repair it yourself will lead to challenges you cannot anticipate. Leave it to us – it is our expertise.
We repair pond leaks and damages. After we have patched your water features up, you can rest assured that it will work well and be enjoyed for many years. Our …

Decorative Water Feature Installations

Our experts can enhance your landscape. Skippy’s Stuff offers a numerous variety of decorative pieces like statues, patio blocks, and more.
Decorative pieces make your outdoor ponds, and water features look even more stunning.
Are you unsure what decorative source will go best with your landscape and water feature? Worry no longer! Our experts will advise you and help you choose the best piece for your style and property. Explain your vision to us, and we will bring it to life. We have the combined knowledge and experience of decades. Call us today, and let’s get started….

Pondless Water System Features

Water features give your property a special element. Many people have chosen to have ponds installed as a water feature. However, we completely understand and support you if you don’t want to go the pond route. Thankfully, there are many other wonderful alternatives to ponds, including mindless waterfalls, which inject natural beauty and enhance and bring attention to your landscape.
Our team will guide you expertly and provide you with all the information you need about other options you can consider. Here are a few options:

Waterfall – waterfalls make soothing sounds and make you feel serene …

About

Welcome to Skippy’s Stuff. It was founded in 2014. Our staff are professionals and experts in their field, with experience that spans through decades. They have been designing and maintaining ponds for years, and they know just about everything there is to know! With more than 25 years of top-notch work, Skippy’s Stuff is more than equipped to handle any challenge.
Contact us today for assistance in your new project. We offer the following services all year round:

New Construction Projects – We build various water features, including waterfalls, streams, ponds, and more.
Seasonal …

What We Offer

Create your own pond with us.

Ponds

Skippy’s Stuff creates unique water features outdoors. Our features enhance your landscape’s beauty and bring you a style that is on another level. We design and we install all types of ponds – intimate ponds and grandiose designs. Consult us today and find out how to avail of our designs to turn your visions into a reality….

Plants

Aquatic Plants
Aquatic plants add attractiveness to water features. They give the landscape a feel of completion.
They are soft to water gardens, making it look natural. They offer shade to fish and keep the pH of the water stable.
Aquatic plant roots compete with algae for nutrients and act as filtration for your ecosystem.
The more sunlight your pond is exposed to, the more aquatic plants you will need in your pond.
Marginals
Nationals are planted on top shelves in water gardens and should be kept below the ice line during late fall. Common types of marginals include rushes, sweet flag, iris…

Fish

Skippy’s Stuff offers many types of Koi and goldfish, in all sizes.
Can you tell a Koi and Goldfish apart?
Goldfish come in different varieties, even within the same species, the Carassius Auratus. They have a long lifespan and can live for 10 years or more. They may have one tail, a split tail, or fancier tails. They grow to be 15 inches long.
The most common goldfish are Comet, Shubunkin, Sarasa. They are usually orange-red and easily spotted. They breed well and grow to recognize their feeders.
On the other hand, Koi are of the Cyprinus Carpio species. They are water garden gems. They have a long …

From Our Blog

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Tips For Building Garden Ponds

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Water features add elegance and beauty to the outdoors. Ponds enhance the landscape view, making it more enjoyable to look at and be in. Creating a natural pond is harder than it seems at first. These tips will guide you and get you started.
1. Plan The Depth of Your Pond
How deep do you want your pond to be? Deeper ponds are more expensive, and your fish may hide. Shallow ponds are more aesthetically pleasing and more comfortable to decorate; however, they are also more vulnerable to algae.
2. Give Your Pond A Basic Shape
It is advisable to stick to a basic shape. Don’t add too many curves, because …

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7 Tips To Follow For A Clean Pond

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The water in your pond must be maintained at premium quality to be the best habitat for your fish. These 7 tips will make sure your fish are healthy and content in your pond:
1. Your Fish Population Must Be A Healthy Number
The best ratio of fish to water is 10 dishes in 100 gallons.
2. Give Your Fish The Right Amount of Food
Don’t be tempted to overfeed your fish. The food not eaten will decay and be bad for your pond. Fish only need to be fed once daily, with good quality food that floats.
3. Get Aquatic Plants
Your pond should be 40-60% covered by aquatic plants at the peak of the summer…