Filters that have not had water circulating through them for the winter should be cleaned well before turning the pump back on this spring. Cleaning will remove toxins that can develop from waste breaking down in the filter in the absence of oxygen. Once your filter is up and running, seed it with beneficial bacteria.
Good pond hygiene will reduce algae growth and improve your fish health. If you have debris building up on the bottom of your pond it may be time for a good pond vacuum. The "Muck Buster" Pond Vacuum II is a great tool to keep your pond in top shape.
Matala Pond Vacuum I...
In suction tests, Matala Pond Vac II is four times more powerful than its competition with...