Water Feature Upgrade in Fleggburgh: High-Flow Pump, UV System & Heron Deterrent Install by ABBCO

8 Sept

Water Feature Upgrade in Fleggburgh: More Flow, Better Clarity & Heron Protection

If your pond or water feature is struggling with low flow, green water, or persistent heron attacks, you're not alone — and this recent ABBCO project in Fleggburgh proves it can be fixed, fast.

The client came to us with an underperforming system, unclear water, and missing fish. They needed more than a new pump — they needed a professional revamp, and that's exactly what we delivered.

The Problem: Poor Flow, Green Water & Herons

This garden pond looked great on the surface, but it wasn’t working behind the scenes:

Water flow was weak and uneven
UV wasn’t doing its job
Fish were disappearing thanks to regular heron visits
The filtration system wasn’t keeping up

❌ Treatments and DIY upgrades hadn't worked — it needed a complete overhaul.

The ABBCO Solution: High-Performance Pond Upgrades

We transformed the system using professional-grade equipment built for lasting clarity and protection:

Installed a 10,000 LPH Water Feature Pump

To kickstart proper circulation, we installed a 10,000 litres-per-hour pump. This gave the water feature the flow rate it needed to prevent stagnation and improve oxygen levels.

🧠 Did You Know? Low flow rates are one of the top reasons ponds stay green — no matter how many treatments you throw in.

Upgraded to 80W Amalgam UV from a 55W TMC

We fitted a high-efficiency 80W amalgam UV unit – these are up to 35% more powerful than standard UV bulbs, making them ideal for tackling persistent green water and algae in larger ponds and features. The previous Unit was installed with a part from a coolant system from a Volkswagen! - of course we rectified it, as i’ve never seen a site!

✅ More UV strength = less algae, faster.

Fitting a 10,500 LPH Pump to the Filter House

We’re also installing a 10,500 litres-per-hour pump to run directly to the external filter house — boosting biological and mechanical filtration, which is key for long-term water clarity and fish health.

Covert Heron Deterrent Installed

The client had lost fish due to regular heron visits. We installed a discreet, highly effective heron deterrent system — no unsightly wires or fake predators — just smart, hidden protection that works without ruining the look of the pond.

The Results: Clearer, Safer, Smarter Pond System

After the upgrades:

💨 Water flow dramatically improved
🔆 Clarity boosted within days
🐟 Fish are protected from predators
⚙️ Filtration system now matches the pond size and load

The client now has a future-proofed water feature that runs clean, clear, and protected all year round.

What the Client Had to Say

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“Morgan was a breath of fresh air! He successfully overcame several issues related to our complicated system, leaving our pond and fountain in wonderful working order with an ongoing maintenance plan. He also installed a discreet barrier to deter heron. Nothing was too much trouble.

He is very knowledgeable about all aspects of this and our other natural ponds. Very polite and friendly. We would highly recommend him.”