Your Fountain: Upkeep & Routine Service
Your Fountain: Upkeep & Routine Service An important facet to consider is the size of the outdoor wall fountain in relation to the space in which you are going to mount it. In order to support its total weight, a solid wall is necessary. Therefore for smaller areas or walls, a light feature is going to be more appropriate. In order for the fountain to have power, a nearby electrical outlet is needed. There are many different styles of fountains, each with their own set of simple, step-by-step directions.Most outside wall fountains come in "for-dummies" style kits that will provide you all you need to properly install it. A submersible pump, hoses and basin, or reservoir, are provided in the kit. Depending on its size, the basin can typically be hidden quite easily amongst the plants. Once installed, wall fountains typically only require some light maintenance and regular cleaning.
Change the water regularly so it is always clean. Remember to get rid of debris like leaves, twigs or dirt as fast as possible. Extremely cold temperatures can affect your outdoor wall fountain so be sure to protect it during winer. Your pump may split when subjected to freezing water during the wintertime, so it is best to bring it indoors to avoid any damage. All in all, an outdoor wall fountain can last for any number of years with proper upkeep and care.