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Taking an overgrown pine and transforming it into a beautiful water garden.
Taking an overgrown pine and transforming it into a beautiful water garden.
From sand to OASIS! Perfect place to relax. #backyard
When "Easy Jobs" Aren't So Easy 😅
Started what we thought would be a straightforward pond build...until ...
Started what we thought would be a straightforward pond build...until we hit concrete. No big deal, right? Wrong. Underneath that concrete? Caliche.
For those who don't know, caliche (ka-LEE-chee) is Arizona's ...not-so-secret nemesis. It's a hardened layer of calcium carbonate that forms naturally in our desert soil, and it's basically like trying to dig through rock. This stuff can be anywhere from a few inches to several feet thick, and it'll stop your project dead in its tracks if you're not prepared for it.
But here's the thing, we've done this long enough to know that Arizona throws curveballs. Concrete? Caliche? Bring it on. We came equipped, adapted on the fly, and kept this build moving forward.
This is why experience matters. A DIY project would've stalled out right here. But when you've built hundreds of water features across the Valley, you learn to expect the unexpected and handle it with precision.
#PondscapesAZ #ArizonaLandscaping #Caliche #DesertChallenges #WaterFeatureBuild #PondLife #ScottsdalePonds #VeteranOwned #AZContractor #BackyardTransformation #PondBuilder #PhoenixLandscaping #MesaAZ #ChandlerAZ #BuiltToLast #ExperienceMattersShow More When reality hits? Concrete under the liner 😭 Water Garden Build
Building this stunning water garden along a fenceline in Arizona ...
Building this stunning water garden along a fenceline in Arizona seemed straightforward...until we discovered concrete hiding beneath the liner! 😮
These curveballs are part of the process, and it's moments like ...these that separate pros from DIYers. With years of experience under our belts, we adapted on the spot and kept this project moving forward without missing a beat.
Watch as we transform this challenging space into a tranquil backyard oasis!
The premier west-coast water feature builder. Veteran Owned and Operated.
#WaterGarden #PondBuild #ArizonaLandscaping #BackyardOasis #PondscapesAZ #WaterFeature #LandscapeDesign #DIYvsProf #PondLife #AZHomes #DesertOasis #WaterFeatureAZ #ScottsdaleLandscapingShow More super food? #shorts
People keep saying scorpions are full of protein… but do we really ...
People keep saying scorpions are full of protein… but do we really need that much desert crunch in our diet? 😅 I’ll pass on the sting and stick to my ...protein shake, thanks. Still, kinda wild to think this little guy might be the OG superfood!
#PondscapesAZ #DesertLife #ScorpionFacts #ProteinPowerShow More Intake Bays vs. Mechanical Skimmers (Part 1) Lets Clear This Up! #shorts
I get asked this all the time: “Ralph, what’s the difference between ...
I get asked this all the time: “Ralph, what’s the difference between an intake bay and a mechanical skimmer — and which one’s better?” Honestly, they both have their place, ...but they work in totally different ways. In this first part, I’m breaking down how each system functions and why it matters for your pond’s health and maintenance. If you’re building or upgrading a pond, you’ll definitely want to know this. Stick around for Part 2 — we’ll go even deeper into the pros and cons! 💧
#PondLife #Pondscapes #PondDesign #WaterFeatureTips #PondMaintenance #OutdoorLivingShow More I Had to Ask the Chickens What They Thought #shorts
Couldn’t finish this pond without getting the real client feedback… ...
Couldn’t finish this pond without getting the real client feedback… the chickens! 🐓 They seemed pretty happy with the new view (I think the waterfall sealed the deal 😆). Love ...seeing everyone enjoy a fresh pondscape, feathers and all! #PondLife #ChickenApproved #BackyardVibes #PondBuilder #RalphsPondScapesShow More From Pandemic Project to Backyard Paradise #shorts
Throwback to one of our favorite rebuilds — a DIY pond built by a ...
Throwback to one of our favorite rebuilds — a DIY pond built by a Gilbert, AZ family during the pandemic! 🛠️ Mom, dad, and the kids did an amazing job ...creating a peaceful escape, but it needed a little less maintenance and a little more flow. Our crew stepped in to give it a professional refresh while keeping that family-built charm alive. ❤️
#PondRebuild #DIYtoPro #BackyardOasis #GilbertAZ #PondLife #PondscapesAZShow More From Flooded Mess to Hidden Oasis #shorts
What started as a flooded disaster turned into something beautiful — a ...
What started as a flooded disaster turned into something beautiful — a hidden oasis right in the desert. 💧 We transformed this soggy chaos into a smooth, self-contained pondless waterfall ...that looks (and sounds) like paradise. Crazy what a little vision and rock work can do! ✨
#PondScapesAZ #PondlessWaterfall #DesertOasis #BeforeAndAfter #WaterFeatureDesign #BackyardTransformationShow More From Tank to Paradise #shorts
From a tiny 40-gallon tank to his own backyard paradise! 🐢💦 Watching ...
From a tiny 40-gallon tank to his own backyard paradise! 🐢💦 Watching this little guy explore his new ecosystem pond is pure joy — talk about the ultimate upgrade! 😍
#PondScapesAZ ...#TurtleUpgrade #PondLife #BackyardVibes #HappyTurtle #EcosystemPondShow More Throwback to one of our favorite pond moments when Shaq got his massive koi! Greg was all a #shorts
Throwback to one of our favorite pond moments — when Shaq got his ...
Throwback to one of our favorite pond moments — when Shaq got his massive koi! Greg was all about Shakoi O’Neal, but Shaq wanted Charles Barkley 😆🐠 What do you ...think — which name wins? Drop your pick below! 👇
#PondScapesAZ #Shaq #KoiFish #Throwback #PondLife #ShakoiONeal #CharlesBarkleyFishShow More Tracys First Look at Her Spooky Pondless Waterfall #shorts
That first reveal moment never gets old 👀 Tracy finally got to see her ...
That first reveal moment never gets old 👀 Tracy finally got to see her spooky pondless waterfall build… and her face says it all! A perfect mix of Halloween vibes ...and backyard magic. Would you add a waterfall like this to your space? 🕷️🌙 #WaterfallGoals #SpookyVibes #BackyardInspo #PondlessWaterfall #HalloweenDecor #PondLifeShow More
