| Pond fountains are a beautiful addition to almost | | | | pump you choose can meet your needs. |
| every garden. However, choosing the right pump | | | | How much electricity is required? - Unless you |
| for your fountain may not be as easy as you | | | | want an enormous surge in your electric bill, you |
| think it would be. Before you choose a pump, | | | | should choose a pump that is energy efficient. |
| here are some factors to think about. | | | | Remember that the pump needs to be plugged in |
| Factors to Consider | | | | and running at all times so that can put a strain on |
| Make sure to shop around before buying a pump | | | | your usage. |
| for your outdoor pond. You will find a variety of | | | | Does the pump come with a guarantee? - |
| pumps on the market today and you will run into | | | | Most water pumps sold today do come with at |
| many sales people who don't know actually know | | | | least a one year guarantee. |
| absolutely nothing about the pumps so look at all | | | | However, you really don't want to settle for just |
| of your options carefully before making a choice. | | | | one year of protection. Look for pumps that |
| Otherwise eventually you will end up repeating the | | | | stand behind their products for at least two to |
| entire process very soon. | | | | three years. These are the pumps most likely to |
| When making your decision, think about the | | | | last. |
| following factors: | | | | Remember to choose a water pump designed to |
| Is a water pump necessary? - Even if you | | | | be used outdoors. |
| are only going to have a pond with no fountain | | | | Here is what to look for: |
| element, you do need a water pump if you will be | | | | Longer cords - Outdoor units come with 30 |
| keeping living fish, such as koi, in the water. | | | | feet or longer of cord because they have to |
| Is the water pump safe for outdoor use? - | | | | stretch further to reach a plug. Indoor units have |
| Not all water pumps are meant to be used | | | | much shorter cords. |
| outdoors. You will find some dealers passing off | | | | Three Prong Plus - Most outdoor products |
| sump pumps or indoor pumps as ideal for your | | | | use three-prong plugs instead of the two-prong |
| pond. While there are several problems with this | | | | plugs found with most indoor electronics. |
| tactic, the biggest is that indoor pumps are not | | | | Size - Outdoor pumps are typically larger |
| safe to use outdoors. At the end of the article, | | | | because they are designed to handle more water |
| you will find a list of characteristics that set | | | | volume. |
| outdoor pumps apart. | | | | Check the box - If you're in doubt, check the |
| How much water will be pumped? - Knowing | | | | box. If it doesn't say "Safe for Outdoor Use" then |
| the volume of water is important because some | | | | choose a different product. |
| pumps are not made to handle a large volume of | | | | Using the information will help you to purchase the |
| water. Look at the specifications on the package | | | | best water pump for your needs. |
| or do some online research to make sure the | | | | |