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Aquatic Design & Supplies

Landscaping, Landscaping - Lakefront, Fountains,

About us

Aquatic Design & Supplies, Inc., is your complete water gardening store in the Central, IN area. We have provided designs, supplies, maintenance and installation services in the Greater Indianapolis Community since 1992. We also have a complete line of supplies for the do-it-yourselfer. We offer individualized and small group classes for topics including aquaponic and hydroponics, pond construction, and pond maintenance. Call for details! *We install ornamental, backyard ponds NOT large, earthen-based ponds (fishing/farm ponds).

Business highlights

33 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Complete water gardening store, installation, spring & fall maintenance, repairs, lake & retention pond management supplies, aerators & lake fountains, aquaponics and hydroponics, emergency prep, individualized and small group classes.

Services we don't offer

We do not install earthen-based lake and retention ponds, and we can only supply materials for you to maintain them; we do not apply the treatments. We offer these services only for lined ponds.


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
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MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.523 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
0%
3
4%
2
0%
1
9%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.5
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-23 of 23 reviews

Larry B.
04/2017
1.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
First of all I been a Angles List member over 4 years. I dislike giving to poor review to service provider. When you are a professional provider you need to set the example. Not be an example. On March 19, 2017 I agreed to have them put a skimmer box in my pond. The cost is $504.00. Before that time, Mr. Lumberson DID NOT measure the size of the box. Aquatic Designs put me on the install list. They said it be several weeks to do this because of the rainy weather. On April 19,2017 they told me they be here the next day. They come out and spent 20 minutes to find out that couldn't put one stating I need to keep the system I have. On 4-21 Mr. Lumberton called me and told me they couldn't find one to fit my box. Be another month before they could come out. He said he had bigger jobs than mine (makes me think that mine was not important). Big rule of thumb is measure twice and cut once. Mr Lumberson did not do that. Not professional. here I have a pond I could of used for the last 4 weeks. I had a friend was going to see how a skimmer would work. I can't do that right now. As a owner of this company. You need to step it up when you get behind. Perhaps hire more workers. I still will do business in their retail store. No I didn't outright paid for this job. But I paid for the inconvenience and professions involved. That be said, the are bottom of my list of serving me.
Description of Work: put in skimmer box (by site without measuring it), check the leaks in the liner folds, and maybe cleaning the pond. I have a 660 gal. backyard pond.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
2.0

$504

Nelda N.
05/2015
5.0
landscaping, pavers, gravel
  + 0 more
Dan and his workers did a fabulous job. They turned a hole left over from a former in ground pool, into a peaceful park like setting. The installer, Justin, has an eye for detail. He was very selective about how the stones were placed to create the most natural looking water fall possible. They arrived right on time and left as scheduled as well. The entire project only took only 1 1/2 days. We never dreamed this endeavor would add so much beauty to our home and back yard. A job well done. Thank you so much Dan and Aquatic Design staff.
Description of Work: Created a 9' pond less waterfall in our backyard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Aquatic Design & Supplies
Thank you so much for the review! Our main goal here at Aquatic is customer satisfaction so it is wonderful to hear you are pleased with the services we provided for you. We enjoyed working with you and look forward to helping you out with any needs you may have in the future! Thanks again, Aquatic Design & Supplies

Paul T.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Great job

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Sherry S.
04/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They put in a replacement waterfall for my existing pond I wanted something bigger and nosier. It is great I'M not so sure about the new filtration system I do not think it works as well as my own self-rigged system but it is certainly more attrctive

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Cynthia S.
11/2014
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Dan came out and spent a great deal of time talking with us about what we wanted to have in our back yard. His crew came back on time, were professional and efficient. They were careful and respectful of our home and property. They did a marvelous job and the water feature is perfect !
Description of Work: Installed pond & waterfalls

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

Response from Aquatic Design & Supplies
Thank you so much for the review! Our main goal here at Aquatic is customer satisfaction so it is wonderful to hear you are pleased with the services we provided for you. We enjoyed working with you and look forward to helping you out with any needs you may have in the future! Thanks again, Aquatic Design & Supplies

Don G.
06/2014
5.0
lakefront landscaping
  + -1 more
The service was good. We have been there a lot of times to talk to him, and buy supplies.
Description of Work: We used Aquatic Design & Supplies. They helped us, and we bought a few fish from them to put in our pond.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Aquatic Design & Supplies
Thank you so much for the review! Our main goal here at Aquatic is customer satisfaction so it is wonderful to hear you are pleased with the services we provided for you. We enjoyed working with you and look forward to helping you out with any needs you may have in the future! Thanks again, Aquatic Design & Supplies

Diana R.
05/2014
3.0
lakefront landscaping
  + -1 more
We decided not to go with their design. They were very expensive for the design they were presenting to us. We ended up re doing the pond ourselves. It was not much of a design, but more of a list of things we could do. It was not what I considered an architectural design would be. We did appreciate their ideas. The owner who had come out was very nice and pleasant, as well. They also invited you to come see their models.
Description of Work: I purchased a deal for Complete Waterscape Design and Consultation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$49

Response from Aquatic Design & Supplies
[member name removed], Sorry we could not help you with your pond redo. An architectural design of the final product is not something that is typically done. Please keep us in mind for all of your future pond needs. It was a pleasure working with you!

Judith O.
10/2013
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Gregg and his crew did a very professional job of turning our backyard mess into a lovely area of shade plants, boulders and walk ways. It will be enjoyable all 4 seasons due to Gregg's expertise. We are planning on them putting in a pond less waterfall next spring.
Description of Work: Landscaped our backyard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000

Response from Aquatic Design & Supplies
Thank you so much for the review! Our main goal here at Aquatic is customer satisfaction so it is wonderful to hear you are pleased with the services we provided for you. We enjoyed working with you and look forward to helping you out with any needs you may have in the future! Thanks again, Aquatic Design & Supplies

Matthew Q.
10/2013
5.0
landscaping, lakefront landscaping
  + 0 more
Dan and the crew from Aquatic Design had everything in stock I needed to repair my pond liner and were happy to provide expertise to apply the patches properly. They have been prompt and professional and fair with pricing. I fully expected to have to pay for the written estimate Aquatic Design provided to repair the disaster left in my yard by Cool Ponds. They provided the estimate for labor and materials at no charge, which required several trips to my property and several hours of their time. I will certainly hire them in the future, but there's no guarantee I'll win my lawsuit against Cool Ponds. I can say I will use them for all of my future pond maintenance and supply needs. Very friendly and professional staff. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!!
Description of Work: Provided materials and advice on how to repair extensive damage to my pond liner. My liner was damaged during a botched installation by a competing company called Cool Ponds who refused to return and repair the liner. In addition, the crew from Aquatic Design provided several hours of their time to estimate labor and materials to correct a disastrous pond installation performed by Cool Ponds. The crew from Aquatic Design did not ask for compensation for the time and effort (about 4 hours) to generate this estimate, and there's no guarantee I'll win my lawsuit against Cool Ponds and be able to hire them. Not only did Cool Ponds quit the job before it was finished, the work they did complete was weeks behind schedule and of incredibly poor quality.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$55

Response from Aquatic Design & Supplies
Thank you so much for the review! Our main goal here at Aquatic is customer satisfaction so it is wonderful to hear you are pleased with the services we provided for you. We enjoyed working with you and look forward to helping you out with any needs you may have in the future! Thanks again, Aquatic Design & Supplies

krys B.
07/2013
5.0
landscaping, lakefront landscaping
  + 0 more
It went well. They arrived timely and completed the work timely. Cleaned up and left the yard in good condition. It has worked fine since then. The only dislike was I did not like was the brand of skimmer box / pump box that was installed, still do not like it today and I am considering replacing it. The design of the skimmer box is difficult to maintain compared to the other box. Obviously, this company did not manufacture the box!!!! Aquatic Design also installed the first waterfall around '00. So, yes, I would use them again since I have already hired this company twice. I also shop at their Monrovia location for supplies.
Description of Work: installed a 2nd waterfall for my pond.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

GARY L.
07/2012
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I will use again.
Description of Work: Did everything I ask and did it on time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

WILLIAM H.
11/2011
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I have a small pond that I dug next to the house. (15feet x 20feet ) I made a small water fall. It just wasn't big enough. I tore it out and hauled in 9 tri axle dump truck loades of dirt. I hired Aquatic Design to work with me to build a water fall. Dan and his crew came out and built a water fall that looks 100% natural. I had all the boulders brought in, they placed the boulders on the hill with a bob cat. Several of the boulders weighed from 1000 to 2000 pounds. They added a second pump that delivers 10,000 gallons of water an hour in addition to the first pump that delivers 7,000 gallons an hour, a total of 17,000 gallons of water an hour. With both pumps running its like a white water rapid, (thats my opinoin) its really impressive to see. The finished water fall is 45 feet long with a real wide walk way up the side of it, They did the job on a time and material basis. We are all overwelmed about the quality work that Dan and his crew did for us. This started out to be a very small back yard project. So far I have spent about 40,000.00 on this so called small project and I am not yet finished . I have been working on this water feature for 3 years.
Description of Work: Build a water fall in our back yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,500

Ron H.
10/2010
5.0
landscaping, lakefront landscaping
  + 0 more
On a scale of 1-10 they are a 10+. They showed up on time and introduced themselves. They worked efficiently and were in and out within 3 hours. The work they did, it was like they owned the pond themselves. Before they started they spoke with to make sure I was fine with what they would be doing to the pond. They throughly cleaned and rearranged everything. You would not have known they were there. They are a superior company. I have had the pond for years and they are the best. I would recommend them to others for not only pond maintenance but also for pond installation.
Description of Work: They maintain my pond and installed pond lighting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

SANDRA B.
09/2010
1.0
landscaping, office equipment repair, pavers, gravel, fountains
  + 2 more
It lookwd good...then it became worse than ever before
Description of Work: They worked on my pond. It has never looked worse.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$980

Bart B.
07/2009
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Came out, inspected what we had, told us what they would do, how they would do it, and the potential for hidden expenses that we could have once they got into the work. The Job turned out to more major then they thought, but honored the quote they gave
Description of Work: Be built a backyard water feature, replaced liner and made major design and system improvements

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

LORY W.
10/2008
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Aquatic Design is a great place for anything water-feature related. They have an enormous set up at their location and features several small and large ponds. They always have great prices on fish, supplies and are a great source of advice for you own outdoor pond.
Description of Work: Aquatic Design offers everything you need to install and maintain an outdoor water feature.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

PAULA J.
09/2007
5.0
landscaping, fountains
  + 0 more
Derrick and his crew did an excellent job. We love our water feature, as do the birds.
Description of Work: Built pond-less waterfall, with 24-foot waterfall that flows into 9-foot "pond."

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

CATHY C.
04/2007
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Still a project in the works. He's good at following up on the status of the other work being done on our house so he can put us into his schedule.
Description of Work: The work hasn't been done yet because of other work being done on our house. He's suppose to put in a pond with a small waterfall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000

JEAN F.
05/2005
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
THE DESIGN WAS PERFECT - CREATED BY BILL WHO WAS VERY HELPFUL WITH SUGGESTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS. DUE TO WEATHER, THERE WAS A BIT OF A DELAY IN COMPLETION, BUT WE ARE SO DELIGHTED WITH THE FINAL PRODUCT THAT IT DIDN'T MATTER. WE HAVE HAD A FEW MINOR PROBLEMS, BUT BILL & DAN HAVE BEEN QUICK TO RESPOND AND ADDRESS. THERE IS CURRENTLY A QUESTION OF A MINOR LEAK WHICH BILL WILL BE REASSESSING. STILL NEED WARRANTY INFO, BUT THAT SHOULD BE FORTHCOMING. CREW LEFT OUR YARD IN FAIRLY GOOD SHAPE UPON COMPLETION OF THE JOB. OVERALL EXPERIENCE WAS VERY GOOD. WOULD RECOMMEND THEM TO THOSE WITH AN ADVENTURESOME NATURE AS WE RELIED ON THEIR GUARANTEE THAT WE WOULD BE PLEASED WITH THE OUTCOME. WE HAD NO DRAWINGS OF WHAT IT WOULD LOOK LIKE, BUT WERE MORE THAN PLEASED WITH THE RESULT.
Description of Work: BUILT A WATER FALL AND POND BETWEEN THE WINGS OF OUR HOME, APPROXIMATELY 2200 GALLONS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$6,200

11/2004
5.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
THE HOUSE WE MOVED INTO HAD A GOLDFISH POND AND AS SOON AS WE MOVED IN IT BEGAN HAVING PROBLEMS. THE PREVIOUS OWNERS ALSO HAD LEFT A BIG BOX FULL OF POND EQUIPMENT. THE AQUATIC DESIGNS TECHS TUNED UP THE POND AND SHOWED ME WHAT EVERYTHING IN THE BOX WAS FOR. THEY WERE VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE.
Description of Work: REMOVED AROUND 50 FISH (IT'S SUPPOSED TO ONLY HAVE 12), CLEANED OUT ALL THE SLUDGE, RAKED THE LEAVES OUT AND REPAIRED TWO FOUNTAINS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

STEVEN P.
04/2003
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
DID WONDERFUL JOB AND WANTED TO SPEAK TO ORIGINAL INSTALLER TO POINT OUT FAILURE TO COMPLETE JOB PROPERLY. OWNER DAN LAMBERSON IS ONE OF THE FEW PEOPLE I HAVE WORKED WITH OVER THE PAST SEVERAL YEARS THAT IS COMMITTED TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE CUSTOMER AND TO MAINTAINING HIS REPUTATION. DAN WENT OUT OF HIS WAY TO CORRECT PROBLEMS LEFT BY ANOTHER LANDSCAPER.
Description of Work: REPAIRED INSTALLED POND THAT ORIGINAL INSTALLER WOULD NOT REPAIR FAULTS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

MICHAEL & LINDA L.
10/2002
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: DESIGNED & INSTALLED GARDEN POND

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

TULAY H.
06/2002
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
FAST, CLEAN, DID A GOOD JOB, WONDERFUL PEOPLE TO WORK WITH.
Description of Work: INSTALLED POND IN BACKYARD; 16X20FT WATERFALL & 10FT STREAM

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000

    Contact information

    445 N Chestnut, MONROVIA, IN 46157

    http://www.aquaticdesign.net

    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    No License Required for Trade
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    Service Categories

    Landscaping,
    Landscaping - Lakefront,
    Fountains,
    Stone and Gravel,
    Pavers and Hardscaping,
    Office Equipment Repair,
    Patios,
    Landscaping - Lighting,
    Solar Panels

    FAQ

    Aquatic Design & Supplies is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Aquatic Design & Supplies accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    No, Aquatic Design & Supplies does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Aquatic Design & Supplies does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Aquatic Design & Supplies does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Aquatic Design & Supplies does not offer emergency services.
    No, Aquatic Design & Supplies does not offer warranties.
    Aquatic Design & Supplies offers the following services: Complete water gardening store, installation, spring & fall maintenance, repairs, lake & retention pond management supplies, aerators & lake fountains, aquaponics and hydroponics, emergency prep, individualized and small group classes.
    We do not install earthen-based lake and retention ponds, and we can only supply materials for you to maintain them; we do not apply the treatments. We offer these services only for lined ponds.

    Contact information

    445 N Chestnut, MONROVIA, IN 46157

    http://www.aquaticdesign.net

    Service hours

    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM