What Aquatic Control does

Aquatic Control is a privately held lake, pond, and water resource management company founded in 1966 and headquartered in Seymour, Indiana. The company provides professional services including algae and aquatic weed control, harmful algal bloom (HAB) management, fountain and aeration system installation, fish stocking and electrofishing surveys, lake mapping, water-quality lab services, and construction consultation. It serves a distributed base of property owners, homeowners' associations, farms/estates, and commercial waterbody operators across seven U.S. states: Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Iowa, and the Chicagoland market in North Illinois. The underlying operating model combines licensed pesticide application, biological field work (electrofishing, fish management), and hardware deployment (fountains, aerators) sourced through OEM partnerships with AquaMaster, Otterbine, and Kasco.

Name

Aquatic Control

Legal name

Aquatic Control, Inc.

Website

https://aquaticcontrol.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Lake and Pond Management Services

NAICS

Other Aquaculture (112519), Water Supply and Irrigation Systems (221310)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Industrial & Commercial Fans & Blowers & Air Purifing Equip (3564)

akta.pro primary industry

Water Quality Monitoring (Surface Water, Stormwater, Drinking Water) (EUAHACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Water Testing & Chemical Balancing (HSAIALAB), Monitoring & Control (Dosing Systems, Remote Monitoring, Sensors) (BPABAJAK), Equipment Installation & Upgrades (Automation, Covers, Sanitizers) (HSAIALAJ)

Keywords

• Lake management services
• Pond maintenance solutions
• Aquatic vegetation control
• Fisheries management
• Water quality testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Seymour

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Lake Management Services: Ongoing professional services including algae and weed control, harmful algal bloom management, fountain services, aeration services, fish management, laboratory services, lake mapping, and the Clean Lake Maintenance program with twice-monthly scheduled visits
2. Pond and Lake Products: E-commerce sales of algae treatments, pond dyes, weed products, duckweed treatments, shoreline plants, water quality products, spray additives, fisheries management products, fountain and aeration equipment, and laboratory test kits
3. Custom DIY Treatment Programs: Tailored do-it-yourself treatment programs for pond owners who prefer to self-manage their water bodies

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Aquatic Control provides professional lake and pond management services including algae and weed control, harmful algal bloom management, fountain and aeration installation, fish stocking, fisheries surveys, laboratory water quality analysis, and lake mapping. The company also sells a catalog of pond and lake treatment products, fountain and aeration equipment, and water quality test kits through an e-commerce storefront, supported by regional offices across seven US states.

Product overview

Aquatic Control is a lake and pond management company offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services since 1966. The company operates a dual-model business: (1) Professional services including the Clean Lake Maintenance (CLM) Program (twice-monthly visits), Algae & Weed Control, Harmful Algal Bloom Management, Fountain Services, Aeration Services, Fish Management, Laboratory Services, Lake Mapping, Custom DIY Treatment Programs, and Lake Construction Consultation; and (2) A broad product catalog featuring third-party branded fountains and aerators (AquaMaster, Otterbine, Kasco), Diffused Aeration Systems, Water Quality Test Kits (Advanced Water Quality Analysis, Harmful Algal Bloom Screening, Phosphorus Management Essentials, Water Wellness Check, Fisheries Water Quality Analysis, Water Clarity Analysis, E. coli Enumeration), Pond Dyes, Algae Treatment Products, Weed Control Products, Duckweed Treatments, Fisheries Management Products, Spray Additives, and Water Quality Enhancement Products. The company also provides digital tools including a Fountain Soft Quote Tool and Pond & Lake Fish Stocking Tool. Services are delivered through multiple regional offices across Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Iowa.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Clean Lake Maintenance (CLM) Program A twice-monthly professional lake and pond maintenance service that addresses algae blooms, weed infestations, and poor water quality through scheduled visits by Aquatic Application Specialists, providing season-long guaranteed pond health. Targeted at HOAs, private estates, and farms.
• Algae & Weed Control Professional vegetation management services for controlling algae, weeds, cattails, and submerged aquatic plants in lakes and ponds.
• Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Management Specialized management services for identifying and treating harmful algal blooms that can pose health risks to humans and animals.
• Fountain Services Installation, maintenance, and repair services for decorative and aerating fountains in lakes and ponds.
• Aeration Services Professional aeration system services including installation, maintenance, and optimization for dissolved oxygen management in water bodies.
• Fish Management / Fish Stocking Fisheries management services including strategic fish stocking recommendations, electrofishing surveys, and habitat assessments for healthy aquatic ecosystems.
• Laboratory Services / Water Quality Test Kits In-house water quality analysis services and test kits including Advanced Water Quality Analysis, Harmful Algal Bloom Screening, Phosphorus Management Essentials, Water Wellness Check, Fisheries Water Quality Analysis, Water Clarity Analysis, and E. coli Enumeration.
• Lake Mapping Professional lake and pond mapping services to assess depth, volume, vegetation distribution, and structural features.
• Custom DIY Treatment Programs Customized do-it-yourself treatment programs for pond owners who prefer to manage their water bodies independently with professional guidance.
• Lake Construction Consultation Expert consultation services for new lake and pond construction projects including design recommendations and construction oversight.
• Pond and Lake Treatment Products E-commerce catalog of pond and lake treatment products including pond dyes, algae treatments, weed control herbicides, duckweed and watermeal treatments, fisheries management supplies, spray additives, and water quality enhancement products.
• Fountain and Aeration Equipment Fountain and aeration equipment sold and installed including AquaMaster, Otterbine, and Kasco brand fountains, diffused aeration systems, and aeration parts for lakes and ponds.

Quantifiable outcome

• Season-long guaranteed control of algae, duckweed, emergents, and submersed weeds through CLM program
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• AquaMastercoreTechnology or IntegrationAquaMaster is a key supplier of floating fountain and aeration equipment. Aquatic Control sells and installs AquaMaster products including Master Series, Celestial Fountains, Fixed Base Fountains, Night Glow Systems, Volcano II & Hydromax, and Ultimax aerators. Products feature stainless steel construction and various spray patterns for different pond sizes.
• OtterbinecoreTechnology or IntegrationOtterbine supplies industrial aeration and fountain equipment including Aerating Fountains, Giant Fountains, Industrial Aerators, and Small Pond Units. Products include high-performance options like Super Nova reaching 95ft heights, and specialized lighting systems.
• KascocoreTechnology or IntegrationKasco provides aerating fountains, circulators, de-icers, and LED lighting systems. Products feature efficient low-power designs, clog-resistant nozzles, and corrosion-resistant stainless steel components suitable for various water conditions.

Scale indicators5 records

Broad incumbents

• Davey Tree Expert Co. Large national tree care and environmental services firm with commercial aquatic services; serves overlapping commercial and municipal pond/lake customers via a much wider service portfolio.
• SavATree: National plant and water resource care company with a lake and pond management division; broader portfolio including tree and lawn care but overlapping service lines to Aquatic Control's residential and HOA customers.
• SePRO Corporation: Specialty aquatic chemical manufacturer and solutions provider; overlaps with Aquatic Control on the algae/weed treatment product side rather than direct service delivery.

Others

• Kasco Marine: Manufacturer of aerating fountains, circulators, and de-icers — a key equipment supplier partner to Aquatic Control, representing an upstream rather than competing peer.
• Otterbine Barebo: Premium fountain and aerator manufacturer whose products Aquatic Control distributes and installs; an equipment supplier peer rather than a direct competitor.
• AquaMaster: Floating fountain and aeration equipment manufacturer and Aquatic Control supplier partner; functions as an upstream OEM rather than a competing service provider.

Direct peers

• SOLitude Lake Management: National lake, pond, and watershed management company offering similar algae/weed control, aeration, fisheries, and water quality services; the most direct multi-state competitor to Aquatic Control.
• AquaTechnex: Lake and pond management company specializing in integrated pest management, aquatic herbicide application, and aeration/fountain services in the Western US — comparable service model to Aquatic Control's.
• Aquatic Weed Control: Regional lake and pond management provider delivering vegetation management, algae control, and aeration services — closely overlapping Aquatic Control's core service offerings in a similar geographic niche.
• Lake Management Inc. Full-service lake and pond management company offering fountain/aeration sales, water quality testing, and fisheries management — a directly comparable specialty service provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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