Providing pond liners in areas including Norwich, Ipswich and Dereham.
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If you've been suffering with a pesky pond leak or you are looking to make some changes to your pond you will likely need a new pond liner. I use top quality Firestone & Greenseal pond liners which are guaranteed for 20 years against sun damage. It's not uncommon for them to last twice as long providing the liner is completely submerged. Whilst leaks can usually be repaired, if the leak has appeared from general wear and tear you can expect to see another leak shortly after. Whilst I don't currently offer GPR or concrete lining, I am able to offer repairs in most circumstances. Sometimes it can be logical to place a liner over failing concrete and fiberglass ponds due to the costs involved in fixing the issue. When done correctly this will completely renew the pond so that it's good as new again. See more by clicking HERE, or using the 'Construction' link at the top of the page. |
We can also provide made to measure pond liners direct to your door!
If you're new to the world of liners you might not know what is the best option for you. Different liners come with different characteristics such as flexibility, durability and price. Some manufactures can guarantee their liners will last for a lifetime if they are laid on the correct underlay whereas some may guarantee for up to 25 years. Here's a looks into the pond liner types in more detail...
- EDPM liners, also know as epalyn is actually used in roofing as a waterproof membrane. It's made of a synthetic rubber which is very puncture resistant. There are two different brands offering this pond liner but at different thicknesses. If you went for a Greenseal EDPM pond liner it will be 0.75mm in thickness apposed to Firestones EDPM pond liner which will be 1mm thick. With a liner this thick punctures and tears are very unlikely and even if you did accidentally put a hole in it they can both be repaired unlike other types of pond liners. The downside is that they are pretty heavy and cumbersome and in certain situations can be tricky to install.
- BUTYL liners are almost identical to EDPM liners but can be more expensive because of rising manufacturing costs. Greenseal and Firestone liners have earned their places as durable and reasonably priced liners so unfortunately not so many people are using BUTYL liners these days.
- PVC liners are thinner and lighter than synthetic rubber liners but they won't stand the test of time in the same way. Pvc has a tendency to crack over time and unlike both the EDPM and BUTYL liners they can't be repaired. Generally if you've had a pvc liner for over 10 years plus you might start to see some damage or even see your ponds water level drop below the height it should be. On the plus size they are easy to install because of their weight.
- POLYEX is another thinner and lighter pond liner with no elasticity at all. It consists of a woven sheet with 2 sides of UV protected polythene sheets on either side. It's also reversible too, meaning you can choose from either black on one side or brown on the other.
- PREFORMED ponds are great for a quick and easy installation. They come in two different materials, each with different pros and cons. Plastic preformed ponds are the cheaper of the two. They are thin and light and you could probably pick one up from your local garden center. They must be installed in the ground to prevent the elements getting to them. If you want to install one above ground you will need a fiberglass preformed pond liner. These are more expensive but can stand up to the elements better. You can also install these underground as well. Both types of preformed pond liner can last upwards of 10-15 years but they won't last as long as either EDPM or BUTYL liners.
- EDPM liners, also know as epalyn is actually used in roofing as a waterproof membrane. It's made of a synthetic rubber which is very puncture resistant. There are two different brands offering this pond liner but at different thicknesses. If you went for a Greenseal EDPM pond liner it will be 0.75mm in thickness apposed to Firestones EDPM pond liner which will be 1mm thick. With a liner this thick punctures and tears are very unlikely and even if you did accidentally put a hole in it they can both be repaired unlike other types of pond liners. The downside is that they are pretty heavy and cumbersome and in certain situations can be tricky to install.
- BUTYL liners are almost identical to EDPM liners but can be more expensive because of rising manufacturing costs. Greenseal and Firestone liners have earned their places as durable and reasonably priced liners so unfortunately not so many people are using BUTYL liners these days.
- PVC liners are thinner and lighter than synthetic rubber liners but they won't stand the test of time in the same way. Pvc has a tendency to crack over time and unlike both the EDPM and BUTYL liners they can't be repaired. Generally if you've had a pvc liner for over 10 years plus you might start to see some damage or even see your ponds water level drop below the height it should be. On the plus size they are easy to install because of their weight.
- POLYEX is another thinner and lighter pond liner with no elasticity at all. It consists of a woven sheet with 2 sides of UV protected polythene sheets on either side. It's also reversible too, meaning you can choose from either black on one side or brown on the other.
- PREFORMED ponds are great for a quick and easy installation. They come in two different materials, each with different pros and cons. Plastic preformed ponds are the cheaper of the two. They are thin and light and you could probably pick one up from your local garden center. They must be installed in the ground to prevent the elements getting to them. If you want to install one above ground you will need a fiberglass preformed pond liner. These are more expensive but can stand up to the elements better. You can also install these underground as well. Both types of preformed pond liner can last upwards of 10-15 years but they won't last as long as either EDPM or BUTYL liners.
Got a pond leak? Don't panic, we can repair most pond liners including concrete and preformed ponds.
If you think your pond liner has a leak the first stage in finding it is to gradually let the level drop until hopefully the water level stops dropping. If you have fish, you don't want to let the water drop to an unsafe level so if the leak is on the bottom you may need try another method if things drop too low. Usually once the water level remains at a stable place for a few days it's a good time to search just below the water level line. Sometimes if the drainage behind the leak becomes waterlogged the leak can start and stop again as the ground water drains away. Click a picture below to find out more on pond repairs.
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Based in East Anglia we provide pond lining services to all areas of Norfolk & Suffolk including Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Ipswich, Dereham & Diss. For a full list of areas we cover click HERE.
