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• Oct 15
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Pond Concern: Spawning

George Janowiak Pond Concerns

Let’s Talk Spawning!

Does your pond resemble this? Bubbles or foam in the pond? Well, love is in the air! Your fish are spawning.

What is Spawning?

Many pond owners are unaware that spawning is a natural process that will occur when you have fish in your pond. Spawning is how your fish reproduce. Spawn is the eggs or sperm released into the water by your fish, which is why the your pond water may appear foamy and bubbly.

What Should I Do?

Although this is a natural process, it can also be a very stressful time for your fish. It is …

• Oct 13
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Pond Installation – Roselle, IL

George Janowiak Completed Projects

Gem Ponds most recent project was a pond installation located in Roselle, IL. Gem Ponds installs ponds and waterfalls all around the Chicagoland area and DuPage county.

The crew started with a blank slate, ready to be tore up and be replaced with a beautiful new water feature.

Then the construction began…you never know what you are going to run into when digging. During this project we ran into some concrete while digging…a small bump in the road but not a problem for the Gem Ponds crew. Many ponds can be completed in one day to two …

• Oct 9
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Pondless Waterfall Project

George Janowiak Completed Projects

Gem Ponds recently completed a pondless waterfall project in Lombard, IL.

The clients had a space available which was previously home to a large hydrangea bush. The space was perfect for a new water feature.

This installation only took a day to complete…and look at the transformation!

A double waterfall was created to make the water feature more interesting. Pondless waterfalls are customizable to the client’s preference. The options are endless…from a double waterfall to a single, or two separate waterfalls. Even the addition of a stream or a deeper basin. Gem Ponds will works with the clients …

• Oct 10
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Pond Renovation and Updating

George Janowiak Pond Renovations

Updating an older, existing backyard water feature is a great way to boost the look of your yard. Simple changes can be made to significantly update the look of your pond, so you can continue to enjoy your pond even more than you did before.

Adding a new style of rock outcropping gives your pond a complete face lift. The weathered limestone outcropping stone has gained popularity over the years for its natural look. It gives your water feature new structure and dramatically changes the look of your pond.

Here are two projects Gem Ponds recently completed in …