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We care deeply about the status of our environment in Florida. Check out our blog to read about tips and tactics to maintaining your water source and much more on our environment.
Why You Need A Fountain To Keep Your Pond Healthy
Keeping the water in your home pond or adjoining lake healthy is no walk in the park. There is a lot of work that may need to be done to keep it in tip-top shape. However, the rewards that come with successful lake maintenance are many. For one thing, you have a first-class attraction that is sure to add value to your home. For another, you have a play area that your family and pets can enjoy. But here is why you need a fountain to keep your pond healthy.
What You SHould Expect From A Lake ConsultationIf you want a healthy pond or lake on your property, you'll need the help from a professional consultant. Instead of leaving your pond or lake to stagnate and slowly decay, it's much better to be proactive about your new water feature. Your best option will be to hire a lake maintenance consultant from Crosscreek Environmental. We are the experts who can show you how to properly maintain your new property.
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5 Tactics To Protect Your Dog From Toxic AlgaeDid your dog recently develop serious health issues? These issues may have come after frolicking or swimming in algae-filled water. Unfortunately, this is an issue that is becoming more prevalent in recent years. Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) are appearing in lakes, rivers, and ponds all throughout the state of Florida. Avoiding them is the best way to keep your dog safe from their harmful effects. Here are 5 handy tips to help keep your dog safe from toxic algae.
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Why Is My Pond Water Green? (And how to Fix It)If you have a pond on your property, you do not want the water in your pond to turn green. And if this unsightly transformation has already taken place, you will want to address the problem as soon as possible. Fortunately, it is not too difficult to understand the roots of green pond water and fix this problem whenever it rears its ugly head.
what is glyphosate & why is it in my cereal?We recently read a report from Environmental Working Group, a non-profit set out to empower people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. In the report, they discovered that there are traces of glyphosate are in children’s cereal brands. Some of which are popular brands that are most likely in your pantry.
What Is Causing MY Lake To Have Severe Algae Bloom?Are you the owner of a lake or large pond? If you are experiencing severe issues with an algae bloom, you need to act fast. Your best bet is to call in the aid and counsel of an expert. Crosscreek Environmental is available to address your issues and provide you with workable solutions.
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best lakes to visit in florida this weekendYou should feel blessed. It's easy to take it for granted that we live in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. The Sunshine State is surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico to it's left, and Atlantic Ocean to it's right. But, in between those gorgeous bodies of water are some very underrated lakes that are worth visiting on a weekend.
HOW DO YOU PREVENT WATER EROSION?Water erosion comes from three basic sources: surface runoff, rivers and streams, and the ocean tides and waves. Of those three, surface runoff is the main source of land erosion. According to Science Daily, there are several serious problems associated with surface runoff.
how to restore your shoreline after a hurricaneHurricane season is upon us. If you live near a lake, you know what this means. And if you happen to live in an area where a major storm is likely to hit, you can find yourself right in the epicenter of a huge amount of damage. Your best bet is to plan for this in advance by hiring the services of an expert who can help to restore your shoreline.
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