Pond Cost Estimator

What is an Ecosystem Pond?

We build artistic water features, a creative process of continual reassessment. The placement of each rock affects every rock it touches, and the way the water flows around them. In this process we discover the best combination of elements, and occasionally discover unseen obstacles which increase the cost: things like buried tree stumps, abandoned pipes, drains, or unseen boulders. We’ve even uncovered an abandoned asphalt roadway in a planter we were digging. So while using this cost estimator, remember that there may be unforeseen obstacles which we will need to negotiate during the completion of your project. Only death & taxes are guaranteed.

Large Pond Cost Calculator - Northern CA

Our Small Pond $8250 (or $250/mo.)

The perfect starter pond:
Affordable & Easy-to-Maintain
8’x10’x2’, w/12” high waterfall
Built with 1’ – 2’ rocks, optional larger rocks available below
(Extra costs include: licensed electrician required to install power and/or licensed plumber to connect to water from home)

Optional features to enhance your pond

An electronically-operated dispenser accurately & consistently applies specially- formulated water treatments, eliminating guesswork & routine from adding water treatments manually
No need to drag out the hose with this filtered system (Includes connection to a water line within 15’)
Enjoy your pond around the clock with this automatic low voltage transformer & white LED lights in the pond & waterfall
Give your valuable fish a safe place to hide from predators
Hide that ugly power pole with this 18” tall, realistic cover
Microprocessor controlled ion generating system controls unsightly string algae, and is safe for fish & plants
Supply dissolved oxygen to help circulation & water health, Benefitting your fish, plants, & water clarity
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Add a stream above your pond May require clean soil from property, or to be purchased
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Add or enlarge waterfalls in your stream
Large boulders add stability & permanence. We can bring a selection of additional rocks ranging from 2′ to 5′ and fit them in as desired
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1-Water Lily + up to 10 Rushes, Sedges, & flowering plants for beauty & water clarity
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California Native Habitat plants naturalize your water feature, provide habitat for pollinators & birds, and year around beauty. Soil amended with compost & mulched w/shredded Cedar bark
We install custom water saving irrigation systems to suit your situation
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Our Medium Pond $19,750 (or $XXX/mo.)

A great Koi pond: Spacious & Easy-to-Maintain
10’x15’x2’, w/18” high waterfall ~ OR ~ 8’x13’x3’, w/18” high waterfall
Built with 1’ – 2’ rocks, optional larger rocks available below
(Extra costs include: licensed electrician required to install power and/or licensed plumber to connect to water from home)

Optional features to enhance your pond

A great Koi pond: Spacious & Easy-to-Maintain (10’x15’x2’, w/18” high waterfall ~ OR ~ 8’x13’x3’, w/18” high waterfall). Built with 2-2.5′ rocks (Extra costs include: licensed electrician required to install power and/or licensed plumber to connect to water from home)
An electronically-operated dispenser accurately & consistently applies specially- formulated water treatments, eliminating guesswork & routine from adding water treatments manually
No need to drag out the hose with this filtered system (Includes connection to a water line within 15’)
Enjoy your pond around the clock with this automatic low voltage transformer & white LED lights in the pond & waterfall
Give your valuable fish a safe place to hide from predators
Hide that ugly power pole with this 18” tall, realistic cover
Microprocessor controlled ion generating system controls unsightly string algae, and is safe for fish & plants
Supply dissolved oxygen to help circulation & water health, Benefitting your fish, plants, & water clarity
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Add a stream above your pond May require clean soil from property, or to be purchased
0
Add or enlarge waterfalls in your stream
Large boulders add stability & permanence. We can bring a selection of additional rocks ranging from 2′ to 5′ and fit them in as desired
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2-Water Lilies + up to 10 Rushes, Sedges, & flowering plants for beauty & water clarity
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California Native Habitat plants naturalize your water feature, provide habitat for pollinators & birds, and year around beauty. Soil amended with compost & mulched w/shredded Cedar bark
We install custom water saving irrigation systems to suit your situation
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Our Large Pond $47,750 (or $XXX/mo.)

A fabulous Koi pond: Spacious & Breath Taking
20’x25’x2’, w/24” high waterfall ~ OR ~ 18’x23’x3’, w/18” high waterfall.
Built with 1’ – 2’ rocks, optional larger rocks available below
(Extra costs include: licensed electrician required to install power and/or licensed plumber to connect to water from home)

Large Pond Cost Calculator - Northern CA

Optional features to enhance your pond

A fabulous Koi pond: Spacious & Breath Taking 20’x25’x2’, w/24” high waterfall ~ OR ~ 18’x23’x3’, w/18” high waterfall). Built with 2-2.5′ rocks (Extra cost: Licensed electrician required to install power)
An electronically-operated dispenser accurately & consistently applies specially- formulated water treatments, eliminating guesswork & routine from adding water treatments manually
No need to drag out the hose with this filtered system (Includes connection to a water line within 15’)
Enjoy your pond around the clock with this automatic low voltage transformer & white LED lights in the pond & waterfall
Give your valuable fish a safe place to hide from predators
Hide that ugly power pole with this 18” tall, realistic cover
Microprocessor controlled ion generating system controls unsightly string algae, and is safe for fish & plants
Supply dissolved oxygen to help circulation & water health, Benefitting your fish, plants, & water clarity
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Add a stream above your pond May require clean soil from property, or to be purchased
Large boulders add stability & permanence. We can bring a selection of additional rocks ranging from 2′ to 5′ and fit them in as desired
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3-Water Lilies + up to 10 Rushes, Sedges, & flowering plants for beauty & water clarity
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California Native Habitat plants naturalize your water feature, provide habitat for pollinators & birds, and year around beauty. Soil amended with compost & mulched w/shredded Cedar bark
We install custom water saving irrigation systems to suit your situation
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Pondless (Recirculating) Waterfalls / Streams

What is a Pondless Waterfall?

Basic Pondless Waterfall: $1,100/ linear foot

A beautiful alternative to the pond is a recirculating waterfall, built with 1’ – 2’ rocks, optional larger rocks available below
(Extra cost: Licensed electrician required to install power)

Optional features to enhance your waterfall

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A beautiful alternative to the pond is a recirculating waterfall built with 2′ – 2.5′ rocks (Extra costs include: licensed electrician required to install power and/or licensed plumber to connect to water from home)
Enjoy your pond around the clock with this automatic low voltage transformer & white LED lights in the pond & waterfall
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Choose same length as waterfall length from above
No need to drag out the hose with this filtered system (we can connect to a water line within 15’)
Hide that ugly power pole with this 18” tall, realistic cover
Large boulders add stability & permanence We can bring a selection of additional rocks ranging from 150# to 1000#, and fit them in as desired.
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An electronically-operated dispenser accurately & consistently applies specially-formulated water treatments, eliminating guesswork & routine from adding water treatments manually
0
California Native Habitat plants naturalize your water feature, provide habitat for pollinators & birds, and year around beauty. Soil amended with compost & mulched w/shredded Cedar bark
We install custom water saving irrigation systems to suit your situation
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