How to build an above ground koi pond.

DIY how to build an above ground koi pond. Video includes costs and where to purchase the material.

[nachospoptherd]

Dude I love the idea I'm trying to figure out how to incorporate a clear plexy front I would love that

[oliverskinner]

Nice little pond but that would cost a small fortune in the UK. Maybe home Depot could jump across the pond (pun intended)😅

[GreymsView-ixyi]

A great build my friend I really enjoyed the video.

[richgunter]

Thanks for posting some great content. I will be using some of the tips you presented when I build my pond. One constructive comment, and I only say this because I like you, please use a respirator or mask when cutting the concrete blocks. This is not a plug for Amazon but for $15.45 : 3M Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6300, Gases, Vapors, Dust, Paint, Cleaning, Grinding, Sawing, Sanding, Welding, Large, The HOA is so strict where I live that I am planning on building the Koi Pond without their knowledge. Luckily I have an Azelia hedge I can hide behind during and after the build. 😁😎

[Lwimmermastermetalart]

I’m using the exact same stones as I’ve used them for a fire pit area that I’m building my pond next to. Now I’m considering using adhesive even though those blocks may be ok without. Next I’m using a bottom drain . These are much better for a Koi pond. The line then goes to a Danner pump which is at the ground level and will pump to my homemade filter and spill into my waterfall. I don’t like the LED light spillway. I used one in my large waterfall into my pool. It’s a waste of time and money. All you see is a strip of colored light. Better solution and cheaper is color changing waterproof single lamps placed in different areas. They can actually be placed under water on rocks and give you awesome effects. As to the filter the one you used is WAY to expensive. I’ve built ones using a plastic tote. A bulkhead fitting ( cheap) at the bottom . Also instal a drain to drain the accumulated muck. Bottom layer is coarse filter sponge over some small lava rocks. This traps the heavy waste and easy to flush out. Next a row of poly fill batting from Walmart.( again cheap) now you can use a charcoal impregnated pad over it too to polish the water even more. Then top off with your bio balls. I like them in bags for easy removal when replacing batting. This WORKS! And cheaply. No need for expensive UV light if done right. Nature will do its job in a few cycles and you will need little to maintain. Put in benificial bacteria to get it started and add when needed . It goes without saying put plenty of rocks for bacteria to grow on. Live water plants as well. You obviously have grown nice Koi. I do question you putting them right into your fresh water new pond. I’m guessing you don’t have city water with chlorine as that would kill them FAST. if your in a hurry you can use detoxifier. Also water temps must be the same from where they were in holding. I don’t mean to criticize your video but think it’s important info for new pond builders. Nothing more frustrating then spending a lot of time and money only to be disappointed in the end. I learned much the hard way on my in the ground pond until I got proper information. It’s a bit more work than it may seem to make the perfect pond. You really don’t need to do much to maintain if done properly. There is a lot of conflicting information out there. Research several places and use your own logic. Take advise from ppl who like me learned the hard way. My pond is great, little to do but feed and enjoy my very happy Koi. Thank you.

[michaelmorris]

Did you dry stack those stones? No adhesive? No mortar? Wow! I'm doing a similar project with retaining wall blocks mortared together and instead of a liner I'm creating an interior made of waterproofed concrete (like a swimming pool). Aren't you concerned about water pressure bursting your wall?

[wendybennett]

I have a question. What do you or can you use to permanently adhere the liners edge between the blocks & top finishing blocks? I don’t want someone sitting or leaning on top edge & they fall in or top finishing blocks slide off. Thank you .🙏🏼

[leezacardenas]

Nice pond. The blocks are just placed on each other not cemented to keep walls from collapsing

[leyberld]

Looks amazing, how do you keep the blocks together?

[high_fructose_corn_syrup]

So you didn't cement the blocks in? What stops the water pressure from pushing the blocks out? How would a build like this do in the north east, with weather that freezes?

[rhettehling]

How do you prevent it from freezing or is it deep enough that it will not freeze?

[typhoon]

No offense intended, but next time you do a "how to build" include a little more of the build portion. Liked the final look.

[thestclairchannel]

They are just stacked on each other. No mortar. They are heavy enough they will not fall over. I wouldn’t go any higher than 7 levels though.

[dayinthelifeofdolly]

Did you glue the blocks together or did there own weight hold it all together with water in it?

[stepkau]

what are the dimensions of the bricks you used?

[lastditch]

I see comments about the integrity of the stones vs the water. Everything's been OK? I would lose sleep 😆

[digger_jon]

Did you morter the concrete blocks or do they just stay put

[awilderireland]

Did you not cycle the pond before fully stocking?

[laonglaan]

Did you cement / glue the stones together?

[isawrichvarga]

Did you use landscape adhesive to secure the capstones to the liner? Or was enough to just lay them on top?