Algae Control

The appearance of algae can not only ruin the aesthetics of your lake or pond but if left unmanaged, can lead to severe oxygen depletion and the build up of silt which slowly shrinks the overall depth of the water body, essentially making it more shallow and expediting the need to dredge. Dredging? At $120,000/acre? Who in their right mind would want that?

Algae Control is managed either biologically, mechanically, chemically, or a combination of all three. There are many forms of algae, therefore the proper method(s) for adequate control is determined by the species. Some species of algae can only be controlled chemically, while others can be remedied with a well balanced ecosystem or mechanical features such as fountains, waterfalls and diffused air systems. The time of integration and application for Algae Control is also very important Usually, treatments which are started in spring or early summer as the weeds are maturing achieve the best results. In short; “the early bird gets the...algae.”