Aaron,

These guys have pretty much covered everything. You also asked if an aeration system would help out with weeds and algae in the summer and the answer is "Yes", obviously every pond is different and the reasons for the proliferation of weeds algae can vary, however aerating a pond will assist you with these issues. Here is a link to an article on our websites blog:

(Lusk deleted the link....I don't know this company...will send "rules" email)

I hope you find this helpful.

Last edited by Bob Lusk; 01/20/10 01:08 PM. Reason: new unknown solicitor.....

Daniel Crackower
Living Water Aeration