FAQs & Aqua-One

Is Aqua-One an algaecide or chemical?
Neither, our formulation consists of water, small amounts of nutrient and ABS' proprietary blend of microbes.

How does it work?
The microves in Aqua-One utilize the nutrients, (e.g.,nitrogen and phosphorus), as a food source. By consuming this food source, the microbes reduce the nutrient loading which is responsible for many water quality problems.

How is your product different from other vendors who have offered similar products?
First, Aqua-One is a liquid microbial which makes it more robust. Most competing "dry" formulations lose up to 40% of their microbial population when reconstituted with water and take longer to start working. Secondly, Aqua-One is a liquid microbial which makes it highly effective for reducing all excess nutrient while reducing sludge build-up from decaying organic material. We believe that Aqua-One is the strongest and most complex microbial pond product available.

Is it safe for fish, grass and wildlife?
Yes, all the microbes used in Aqua-One are non-pathogenic and are already present in the soil and water. It is completely harmless to fish, turf grasses, wildlife and people. Matter of fact,because the microbes digest organics and increase the dissolved oxygen levels, Aqua-One is actually beneficial to fish. You cannot over apply Aqua-One in a pond. If there is an insufficient supply of nutrients, some of the microbes will simply die off.

Is there any special handling or shipping requirements?
Just one, the product cannot be allowed to freeze. Other than this, it is non-hazordous and does not have any special handling requirements. No applicator's licenses or permits are necessary or required.

 

How is Aqua-One different from herbicides?
An herbicide is a chemical that is controlled in its application due to the hazardous nature or longer-term impact of the product. Herbicides are utilized systemically to destroy plants. It does nothing to eliminate the problem of the nutrient loading in the ponds. In fact, without the addition of Aqua-One, the use of an herbicide alone can contribute to water quality problems by overloading the aquatic environment with nutrients resulting from the decay of the plants killed by the herbicide.

Will Aqua-One help with sludge?
Yes, it will help reduce sludge and any biomass on the bottom of the pond. The process is slower than the water treatment because it occurs in an an-aerobic environment.

What is the application rate?
Six ounces per 1,000 gallons of pond water should be added on a weekly basis. You generally cannot over treat with Aqua-One.

How long will it take before the results are apparent?
Because Aqua-One is not a chemical, it normally takes 2-3 weeks for a noticeable impovement in water clarity. If the water is extremely turbid, it can take as long as 5 weeks to achieve satisfactory results. If the water temperature is below 50°F, the biological activity of the microbes slows considerably. However, they will remain active as long as the water isn't frozen. For fall and winter applications and for accelerated sludge reduction, use Aqua-One Winter formula. Additional product may occasionally be required for certain weather conditions such as heavy rains washing excess nutrients into the pond or prolonged drought and high temperatures that are also conducive to water quality problems. Remember, you generallty cannot over treat with Aqua-One.

IMPORTANT: To avoid killing the microbes in Aqua-One, you must de-chlorinate your water!
If you use a UV light, it should be turned off for at least 24 hours when adding Aqua-One to avoid killing the microbes.
Algaecides, even those that work through oxidation can kill beneficial bacteria.