Pond cleaning and maintenance service

Homeowners who have a pond but no time or know-how, plus HOAs, businesses and property managers.

Monthly or seasonal service plans, plus one-off deep cleans and repairs, with parts and treatments charged on top.

• Understanding pond filtration and water quality
• Pump and equipment repair
• Physical work in all weather
• Reliable scheduling and customer communication

• General liability insurance, and check whether it covers work around water
• Check your state and city for any contractor or pesticide/algaecide applicator rules before using treatments
• Fish health: be careful with chemicals and ask customers about their stock before you start
• Business is seasonal in colder states, so plan income for winter
• Heavy lifting of pumps, rocks and wet debris, so plan to avoid strain

Startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on the cleaning tools, spare pumps and filters, vehicle needs and insurance you choose. Costs will be lower if you already own a suitable vehicle and basic equipment.

Monthly revenue is typically around $800 to $4,000, depending on how many customers you serve, how often you visit and the time of year. Business is seasonal in colder states, so plan your income for winter.

Check your state and city for any contractor or pesticide/algaecide applicator rules before using treatments. Also check that your general liability insurance covers work around water, and ask customers about their fish stock before you start.