Exploratory Drain and Clean: The Best Value for your Dollar

You might be asking yourself,Don’t you explore a pond when you clean it normally? What’s the difference?

We typically perform an Exploratory Drain and Clean when the pond owner is unfamiliar with the pond and its elements or the pond hasn’t been maintained in several years.  

The initial steps are very similar to our Complete Cleanout process. The crew will begin by removing aquatic life and draining the pond.

However before any cleaning is performed our crew begins to meticulously inspect the pond’s systems and pump.

Pond Crew Member Pulling Filter Mat Out Of Pond

This is a perfect time to get an idea of how the pond is doing overall. We look at fish load, plant load, its components, and offer recommendations on how often it should be cleaned. We can also offer recommendations on what type of maintenance it will need and how to perform it, either by yourself or using our service. In essence you get a clean pond AND  the inside scoop on how its filtration (biological and mechanical), pump, fish, plants, and balance is doing.

Pond Crew Member Standing in Drained Pond Preparing To Clean It

New house, new pond

If you are moving into a new house that has a pond you’re probably wondering…

  • How should I take care of it?
  • What components does it have and how deteriorated are they?
  • Are there any existing problems with what’s there?  

These are all great questions! The best way to answer is with an exploratory drain and clean. When we drain the pond we’ll get a better idea of every aspect of your pond’s system.

Leaks or other issues

If your pond is losing water, you most likely have a leak that needs to be addresseRead more about determining if you a leak here.

If you’ve followed the steps and have found that the leak is somewhere in the pond. Draining the pond will be the best way for us to find the leak and determine the best approach for repair.

An Exploratory Drain and Clean is the perfect way to get a health check on your pond while also cleaning all the pond muck. Exploratories do cost a bit more than a regular Complete Cleanout service or annual cleaning. However, the wealth of knowledge and guidance you will receive about maintaining your pond is well worth the investment.

BioFalls Running With Cutback Pond Plants
April 30, 2018
Salvador G.

Salvador G.

Mowing Crew Member

Salvador began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March 2017.

Noe G.

Noé G.

Landscape Crew Member

Noé began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in July of 2020.

David R.

David R.

Landscape Crew Member

David began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March of 2019.

Fredi O.

Fredi O.

Landscape & Mowing Crew Member

Fredi began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March of 2003.

Miguel B.

Miguel B.

Mowing Crew Leader

Miguel began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in June 2014.

Nelson H.

Nelson H.

Landscape Crew Leader

Nelson began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March 2019.

Arturo D.

Arturo D.

Landscape Crew Leader

Arturo began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in September of 2011.

Antonio S.

Antonio S.

Landscape Crew Leader

Antonio began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in March 2001.

Mark Q.

Mark Q.

Pond Manager

Mark began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in September 2010. Mark holds the following certifications; Aquascape Academy Certified, Maryland Certified Pesticide Applicator, and Maryland Certified Fertilizer Applicator.

Shawnee T.

Shawnee T.

Office Assistant and Customer Care

Shawnee began working with Damascus Enterprises in April 2021.

Mike B.

Mike B.

Landscape Designer, Plant & Lawn Care Specialist

Mike is a 3rd generation landscape professional and has worked in the field of horticulture for over 20 years. He has an AAS degree in landscape technology from Montgomery College. Mike is a Certified Professional Horticulturist through the Maryland Department of Agriculture and Landscape Industry Certified in softscape, and hardscape installation certified through PLANET. Mike began working with Damascus Enterprises, Inc. in February 2014. 

Scott Brown

Scott Brown

President / Owner

Damascus Enterprises, Inc. was established by Scott in 1998 as strictly a landscape company. Under his leadership and through continued training the business has grown and expanded to now offer a full array of services that include pond and waterfall installation and maintenance, lawn care, landscape design, custom stonework, and outdoor lighting.Scott is an Aquascape Certified Contractor, Vista Certified Design & Installation Specialist and regularly attends industry education and networking events like Pondemonium and Pondeminium. He has previously been recognized as a top young entrepreneur by Maryland’s Governor and the Small Business Association. He currently serves on the board of Montgomery County Farm Bureau and is Co-chair of the entertainment committee of the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair and is involved in the Damascus community through various activities. Scott and his wife Melody live in Damascus with their two children.