What’s the difference between a pond and a pondless waterfall?

A pond is a standing body of water that supports fish, plants, and full aquatic life. A pondless waterfall circulates water over rocks without a basin, offering visual and auditory beauty with minimal maintenance and no open water — ideal for safety-conscious families or small yards.

How does a bog filter keep water clean?

A bog filter uses aquatic plants and gravel beds to naturally filter pond water. Water flows slowly through the bog, allowing beneficial bacteria and plant roots to remove waste, excess nutrients, and debris — resulting in clearer water with less need for chemical treatments.

Do you offer full patio and wall builds?

Yes. We design and construct new patios and segmented retaining walls from scratch. Whether you're building from scratch or replacing old hardscapes, our certified team creates outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and structurally sound.

What areas does Songbird Ponds serve?

We serve homeowners throughout Hanover, PA and surrounding counties including York, Adams, and Cumberland. Our clients span towns like Gettysburg, Lancaster, and Mechanicsburg, where we bring national-level craftsmanship to local projects.

Are your systems really low maintenance?

Yes. Our aquatic designs use natural filtration (like flooded skimmers and bog filters) to create balanced ecosystems. These systems minimize algae, reduce manual cleaning, and keep ponds crystal clear with very little effort from the homeowner.

FAQs | Songbird Ponds

What’s the difference between a pond and a pondless waterfall?
A pond is a standing body of water that supports fish, plants, and full aquatic life. A pondless waterfall circulates water over rocks without a basin, offering visual and auditory beauty with minimal maintenance and no open water — ideal for safety-conscious families or small yards.
How does a bog filter keep water clean?
A bog filter uses aquatic plants and gravel beds to naturally filter pond water. Water flows slowly through the bog, allowing beneficial bacteria and plant roots to remove waste, excess nutrients, and debris — resulting in clearer water with less need for chemical treatments.
Do you offer full patio and wall builds?
Yes. We design and construct new patios and segmented retaining walls from scratch. Whether you're building from scratch or replacing old hardscapes, our certified team creates outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and structurally sound.
What areas does Songbird Ponds serve?
We serve homeowners throughout Hanover, PA and surrounding counties including York, Adams, and Cumberland. Our clients span towns like Gettysburg, Lancaster, and Mechanicsburg, where we bring national-level craftsmanship to local projects.
Are your systems really low maintenance?
Yes. Our aquatic designs use natural filtration (like flooded skimmers and bog filters) to create balanced ecosystems. These systems minimize algae, reduce manual cleaning, and keep ponds crystal clear with very little effort from the homeowner.