With all the rain that seems to be falling at the moment it can pose potential problems for pond owners. That is unless you have already taken preventative measures to make sure that excess water in the pond is dealt with before it becomes a problem.

Lack of water in your pond can also be a problem. If during the summer months your pond water level drops too far, the pond inhabitants may suffer unnecessarily. You therefore need to take steps to ensure you have a top up supply if the water level drops too far. Using tap water can be detrimental to your pond’s eco-system, so whenever possible you should use collected rain water.

If you want to take preventative measures to remove water from your pond if the level rises too high, there are some things you can do here also.

The best solution to remove excess water from a pond is to use a soakaway. You can incorporate an overflow pipe into the pond design at the upper most level you want the water to rise to. The overflow pipe can lead to an underground soakaway that can be dug at a level lower than the pond so the water can easily drain into it.