Fountain Winterizing
What Better Way To End A Summer Of Enjoying A Fountains Or Statuary Than Letting Us Clean & Winterize Them For You.
Winter time requires
special care for your
cast stone wall and
garden fountains and
statuary. This is
especially important in
our area where winter
can be especially hard
on outdoor accents.
All forms of concrete,
including cast stone
concrete, will be
slightly porous. This
allows small amounts of
water and moisture to
actually seep into and
absorb into the
fountain. In many
cases, when this
moisture freezes, it
can cause small cracks
and even chips. This is
the major issue that
homeowners need to
address when it comes
to protecting their
outdoor fountains
during winter.
Before the freezing weather hits, you must make sure that the fountain is completely dry. Any water that is remaining in the plumbing system, the exposed basin, and the pump can expand when it freezes. This can result in damage to the fountain. With outdoor fountains it is advisable that you bring the pump indoors. Another good idea is to cover the fountain with a non-porous material such as a fountain cover. Small fountains and statues are light enough that they should be moved indoors for the winter.
We here at Galbraith's, understand that though a beautiful addition to any landscape, these sculptures can be quite hard for the average homeowner to handle or store on their own. Therefore we offer several different options for maintaining your particular pieces. From simply removing the pumps and covering them, to packing them up and storing them at our locations where they will be completely protected from the winter elements.
If you are interested in scheduling an appointment to see what we can do for you, then click here to request a FREE AT HOME ESTIMATE.