How to Build a Koi Pond - An Introduction , Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 2:12 PM, in

This articles you will introduce you to learning how to build a koi pond. You will also be warned a few times on how NOT to build a koi pond. You must first understand that koi ponds are not just simple holes in the ground filled with water to keep fish in. There are a number of different but important things you need to consider before you begin planning. There are a few simple things you need to remember so that you do not end up with just a hole and some dead fish.
Unless you have done a substantial amount of outdoor landscaping and construction, you may be better off by leaving the pond building up to a professional. You might think that by doing it yourself you will save you a ton of money. There are actually many times when this will not be true.





You need to consider your time and experience. If either one is suspect you WILL make mistakes and this will increase your costs. Most people end up spending money on fixing problems that could have been avoided. Or even worse you may not notice your mistakes until it's too late. This will put your fish at risk of perishing.
If you do hire a professional remember that they are the expert. While you have final say in everything that gets done please take their advice into consideration if you disagree on something. If you force them to do everything your way you will not be able to place blame on them if your pond fails. When choosing a professional always get and check references. Get several different quotes and compare them. Beware of any that sound too cheap. They should all be in the same general price range.
Another thing when planning your pond is that you want to do everything you can to keep humans and other animals from swimming or drinking in your pond. If your children or other pets swim in your pond, it could cause a chemical imbalance or even physical damage to the pond or it's components.
This should go without saying but your koi pond is permanent once it has been built. You will not be able to move it to another area of your yard if you decide you don't like the placement. This is where careful planning is very important. Be sure to carefully plan each and every aspect of your pond. Once it is built it there is little you can do to change it. Size and placement are the two most important things in this area.
Finally, you must know that maintaining a koi pond is a substantial amount of work. Be sure that you understand the scope of work involved and that you will have enough time to spend on the needed maintenance. Other than regular tasks and maintenance, other things will happen that will require extra attention. This could include vet visits, or you may need to take some extra time to clear up an algae infection.



Also if you are going to be going away you will need someone with enough knowledge to maintain your pool until you return.

Adam Taiz writes for http://buildakoipond.com come visit and read more articles on Koi Pond Supplies and this one on Koi Pond Filters.