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Water Features
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From simple structures to complex systems, water features pull your attention
into the garden and provide a cool, relaxing atmosphere.
Waterfalls, Ponds, Fountains, and Cisterns
Imagine on a hot summer day and you stroll through your flower garden, then sit
on the rocks and dangling your feet in the water or feel the mist from a majestic
fountain surrounded by luscious greenery...and right in your own yard? It's a dream
that may be more realistic than you think. Even in a wet climate like the Pacific
Northwest, there is plenty of enjoyment from having water features in your landscape.
Water features give a picturesque backdrop for photography, and give a cool, refreshing
element to the landscape. Water features also establish an urban wildlife habitat
in your garden by providing a source of drinking water into a sanctuary for birds
and butterflies.
The four types of water features used by Environmental Construction, Inc. are Waterfalls,
Ponds, Fountains and Cisterns. Each of these water features requires much the same
type of installation process.
Whether it is the soft sound of a landscape waterfall flowing into a pond or the
glint of sunshine reflecting off the wet rocks, life is always a little more relaxing
when you can sit by the water.
Water Feature Installation
It is important to choose and install the right lining material, pump, plantings,
and hardscapes for your water feature. Our crew are experts in proper water feature
installation and, if desired, we will suggest appropriate surrounding vegetation
so to maximize the beauty of your new pond, water fountain, waterfall, or stream.
We will also offer advice for proper water feature maintenance after the installation.
The water pump should provide adequate pressure, capacity, and durability. We typically
install Filtrific water pumps in many of our pondless waterfall systems (distributed by Berkey Supply.)
Learn more about Filtrific advanced
water feature equipment.
Hot Tubs / Spas
Rock pools, hot tubs, and spas are the four season landscape feature. Relax, refresh,
and recuperate. Hot tubs and spas are intimate landscape features installed as both
a private and a social extension of your home.
The location of the tub within the landscape will determine the usage and installation
costs. Usually, the closer the tub is to the house the more frequently it will be
used and maintained. A tub that is situated in an open yard may require plantings
or structures that will provide privacy for the bathers. All tubs require a level
surface. Tubs can be installed on decks reinforced to support upwards of 2½
tons. If a tub is to be installed on the ground the surface should be either a concrete
or plastic spa pad.
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Environmental Construction
info@envconst.com
2038 9th St W
Kirkland,
WA,
98033 USA
(425) 803-9881