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• 2/14/2011-
PondWorks Launches New Website through Media Fusion Technologies

PondWorks – specializing in pond and water-feature design, construction and maintenance in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland – recently launched an all-new website (www.pondworksonline.com) through Media Fusion Technologies, Inc (MFT) of Boyertown.“The updated website is more informative and useful, enabling visitors to access the information they’re looking for” said PondWorks owner, Brian Buchholtz. “We’ve made significant advances this season to provide our customers a...
• 8/1/2009-
An All natural swimming pool

PondWorks consulted on this natural pool project and is now providing maintenance services. As the concept is not new it is beginning to catch on. The idea of biological filtration, constructed wetlands and balanced eco-systems is commonplace in the water garden industry and many eco minded pool owners are jumping in. PondWorks has other natural pool projects on the boards....
• 6/16/2007-
Oh What a Beautiful Pond

On June 16 customers from all over the county arrived at Pennview Christian academy for a day of building and information. PondWorks again teamed up with Fins Feather Paws & Claws who organized this pond day. The pond construction began at 9:00 and 8 hours later was completed.Brian and his staff from Pond Works guided all the attendees through every step of pond construction from digging the hole to installing the proper equipment. Build A Pond participants said the hands on experience helped to...
• 10/1/2006-
Pennock Walk Project

PondWorks was involved in a restoration project at the University of Pennsylvania’s Morris Arboretum www.morrisarboretum.org that took place in late 2006. The Pennock Walk Project included two fountains that needed to be restored to their original functions. The first project was a long copper lined fountain that contained 15 fountain jets. A new copper liner and a new filtration system were installed. In addition to installing completely new infrastructure for the circulation and filtration of ...
• 5/18/2006-
Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa

PondWorks ventured down to Atlantic City to waterproof an indoor fountain at the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa. Although the temptation of gambling was there, PondWorks remained focused on the project at hand. The fountain is located within an indoor garden which has a glass bridge crossing the center. After the routine plumbing work was done, PondWorks began prepping the fountain to be waterproofed. This consisted of sanding, masking, acid washing, and adding a bonding agent. After the Super Sea...
• 11/16/2005-
Vortex Spray on Liner

PondWorks just took delivery and completed training for their new portable spray rig to apply polyurea spray on liner, by Vortex. This liner is extremely durable and can be used in a near limitless range of applications, including garage floors, decks, piers, boats, ponds, fountains, basements, trailers and truck beds, just to name a few. We are excited about the product and how it will help us to provide quality spray on lining for our customers....
• 6/1/2005-
Indian Valley YMCA

PondWorks teamed up with Fins, Feathers, Paws & Claws in Harleysville Pennsylvania to demonstrate the pond construction process. Over 30 pond enthusiasts and landscapers signed up and participated in the event that took place at the Harleysville YMCA. Participants were given the opportunity to ask questions and to assist in the many different stages of the pond construction. The pond construction began with the excavation of the site and progressed through the liner and filtration installations ...
• 1/5/2005-
Certified Professional Pond Contractor

Brian Buchholtz of PondWorks is recognized as a Certified Professional Pond Contractor by the International Professional Pond Contractors Association. The IPPCA is the Not-for-profit Pond and Waterscape Industry's Official Trade Association who’s goal is to ensure that a high level of quality standards are met within the Pond and Waterscape industry. All of the contractors listed on this site have either met or exceeded these standards. Learn more at www.ippca.com...

"Our pond plans presented Brian with quite a challenge. We had chosen a spot nestled in an existing grove of Rhodendrons and a precious old Red Maple. The Pondworks team came in and dug the pond, laid the pipes for the bottom drains and skimmers, and laid positioned the liner without so much as a broken branch... The real craftsmanship came with the rock work. Large and indigeneous rocks were artfully placed around the pond to complete the natural setting. Thank you Brian, for building this beautiful pond..."

Wendy & Jim Oram

I recommended your pond service after meeting you crew on my first visit; your staff is the greatest!"

Jackie

Great job on the pond! We love it! Everyone who sees it raves about how nice it is. Keep up the good work. We're really glad we got you to do the job. Your employees are all very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure to have them work here."

Bernie & Jane

"It is always a pleasure dealing with everyone at PondWorks!"

Linda

"...if it involves water in any way, PondWorks is our 'go-to' company without question or parallel. ...PondWorks is very reliable and trustworthy in terms of honoring the schedule and keeping the job moving at a good pace. ...their follow-up -- should there be a problem or questions -- is prompt and professional. ..we are confident that you will be exceedingly happy with their professionalism an service during the project. ..you will be very satisfied with the end product, and enjoy it for many years."

Mark Eberhard, Barneston Hill Landscape & Design

I just wanted to thank you and our team for your excellent work. The filtration system that you designed and built for our pond has exceeded all expectations. The filtration system is quiet, compact, and out of sight, and best of all has made maintenance a breeze."

Rob