Pond Lake Management

What Pond Lake Management does

Pond Lake Management, LLC is a privately-held pond and lake management company headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, founded in 1984 and operating with 11-50 employees. The company provides full-service pond care to commercial properties, agricultural operations, HOA and community associations, government and municipal clients, educational institutions, water management districts, and residential landowners across the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina (Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point, Burlington, and surrounding Central NC). Its core service offering is a bi-monthly maintenance subscription covering algae and aquatic weed control, water quality testing, debris removal, fountain and aerator maintenance, and bundled chemical treatments, supplemented by stormwater retention pond management, pond construction and repair, and seasonal fish stocking (including Fish Day events). The company is state-licensed as a herbicide applicator, employs certified technicians with 35+ years of experience, and uses drone mapping for vegetation assessment as part of its integrated pest management approach.

The business operates two revenue channels: a regional field-services operation with on-site pond assessments and recurring service visits in Central North Carolina, and a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront that sells algaecides, herbicides, surfactants, dyes, fountains, aerators, trash guards, fish feeders, turtle traps, and accessories with nationwide shipping via UPS, FedEx, and USPS. It serves as an authorized U.S. distributor for Kasco Marine, AirMax, Aquamaster Fountains, and Vertex Aquatic Solutions. Pricing is quote-based for services, with products priced individually online; subscription maintenance plans bill monthly with chemicals and pond dyes included in the recurring price.

The company has no disclosed funding, no parent organization, no patents, no published AI or API capabilities, and no mobile application. It relies on content marketing (the Better Pond Blog), organic social media, an email newsletter, and earned media (a Fox 8 WGHP television segment) for demand generation, with its website assessment request form and phone outreach (336-706-3300) as primary conversion points.

Name

Pond Lake Management

Legal name

Pond Lake Management, LLC

Website

https://pondlakemanagement.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Pond Lake Management is a privately-held, North Carolina-based pond and lake services company providing bi-monthly maintenance subscriptions, algae and weed control, aeration, fountains, fish stocking, and construction services to commercial, agricultural, HOA, municipal, and residential customers in the Piedmont Triad, plus nationwide e-commerce sales of pond care products.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pond and Lake Management Services

NAICS

Water, Sewage and Other Systems (2213)

SIC

Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744)

akta.pro primary industry

Water Features (Ponds, Fountains & Waterfalls) (HSAPALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Water Storage & Conveyance Structures (Tanks, Reservoirs, Canals, Ponds) (AFAAACAH)

Keywords

• Pond maintenance services
• Stormwater pond management
• Aquatic vegetation control
• Pond aeration installation
• Fish stocking services

Headquarters

HQ city

Greensboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Pond Maintenance Services: Recurring maintenance plans with bi-monthly service visits including algae control, weed treatment, water testing, aeration maintenance, and debris removal. Services provided by certified technicians licensed as herbicide applicators through the state.
2. E-commerce Product Sales: Direct sales of pond management products including algaecides, herbicides, surfactants, dyes, fountains, aerators, trash guards, fish feeders, and turtle traps. Products ship throughout the United States.
3. Fish Day Events: Seasonal fish stocking events selling fish species (Green Carp, Mosquito Fish, Gambusia, Bluegill, Bass) directly to pond owners.
4. Pond Construction and Installation: Construction and repair services for ponds including stormwater retention ponds, agricultural ponds, and fish ponds. Includes professional fountain and aeration installation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Pond Lake Management provides recurring pond and lake care for commercial properties, HOAs, agricultural landowners, municipalities, and residential owners across Central North Carolina, including bi-monthly maintenance visits, algae and weed control, stormwater retention pond compliance, fish stocking, and installation/repair of fountains and aerators. The company complements these services with an e-commerce store that ships algaecides, herbicides, fountains, aerators, trash guards, and related equipment nationwide.

Product overview

Pond Lake Management is a full-service pond and lake management company providing installation, maintenance, and repair services throughout Central North Carolina. The company operates as a service-based business with an e-commerce component, offering a comprehensive portfolio that includes routine Pond Maintenance Plans (bi-monthly visits), Stormwater Pond Management, Pond Construction and Repair, Algae and Weed Control, Fish Stocking, and specialized equipment. Their product ecosystem centers on maintaining healthy, aesthetically pleasing ponds through ongoing maintenance programs, supported by a range of equipment products they sell and install—including Pond Aerators, Pond Fountains, Pond Fountain Lights (RGB LED and Composite LED), Pond Dye, Trash Bar Guards, Turtle Traps, Fish Feeders, Geese Deterrents, Premium Nozzles, Control Panels, and chemical treatments (Algaecides, Herbicides, Surfactants). The company distributes equipment from manufacturers such as Kasco Marine, Aquamaster Fountains, and Airmax. They utilize drone mapping for vegetation assessment and provide state-licensed herbicide application services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pond Maintenance Plans Recurring bi-monthly maintenance visits that include aquatic vegetation control, algae management, water quality testing, debris removal, fountain and aerator maintenance, dam/inlet/outlet inspections, pond dye applications, trash guard and turtle trap maintenance, and chemical treatments, with pond dyes and herbicides bundled into the monthly price for property owners in Central North Carolina.
• Stormwater Pond Management Stormwater control solutions that manage rainwater runoff, including retention pond maintenance, inspection compliance, embankment clearing, and pollution prevention services for municipalities, HOAs, and commercial properties.
• Pond Construction and Repair Comprehensive construction and repair services for ponds of all sizes and functions, including agricultural ponds, stormwater retention ponds, and fish ponds in Central North Carolina.
• Pond Aeration Installation and Repair Installation, maintenance, and repair of aeration systems for ponds deeper than 6 feet, including diffused aeration, surface aerators, and solar-powered aeration units from manufacturers such as AirMax, Kasco, and Vertex Aquatic Solutions.
• Pond Fountain Installation and Repair Installation and repair of pond fountains that add visual appeal, oxygenate water, and help control algae, available in multiple spray patterns from manufacturers including Kasco Marine, Aquamaster Fountains, and Airmax.
• Algae and Weed Control Identification and chemical control of algae and aquatic weeds using algaecides, herbicides, surfactants, and integrated pest management approaches, performed by state-licensed herbicide applicators.
• Fish Stocking Fish stocking services supplying Green Carp (sterile grass carp), Mosquito Fish, Bluegill, and Bass for pond owners, including seasonal Fish Day events where customers pick up fish at the Greensboro distribution location.
• Pond Fountain Sales Online sales of pond fountains from Kasco Marine, AirMax, and Aquamaster Fountains, shipped nationwide via UPS, FedEx, and USPS with manufacturer drop-shipping available.
• Algaecides, Herbicides, Surfactants, and Dyes Chemical treatments sold through the e-commerce store for controlling algae blooms and aquatic weeds, including surfactants that improve chemical effectiveness and pond dyes that limit light penetration and inhibit plant growth.
• Pond Fountain LED Lighting LED lighting options for pond fountains including Kasco Marine WaterGlow RGB LED lighting with wireless remote (9 colors, 5 brightness levels) and Composite LED lighting (5 color options, 910 lumens per fixture).
• Trash Bar Guards Protective barriers installed on pond outlet pipes to prevent debris from clogging water intakes and overflow pipes, sold through the e-commerce store and installed as part of maintenance plans.
• Turtle Traps Traps sold through the e-commerce store and serviced via maintenance plans for managing turtle populations in ponds and lakes.
• Fish Feeders Automatic and manual fish feeders, including Sweeney Fish Feeders, sold for pond fish population management.
• Geese Deterrent Products Products and methods sold to deter Canadian geese from inhabiting and damaging ponds.
• Premium Pond Nozzles Premium spray pattern nozzles for pond fountains that customize water display aesthetics.
• Control Panels Electrical control panels for managing pond fountain and aeration system operations.
• Fish Day Events Seasonal pickup events at the Greensboro distribution location where pond owners can purchase fish species including Green Carp, Mosquito Fish, Gambusia, Bluegill, and Bass.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces long-term pond maintenance costs compared to reactive/post-treatment approaches
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kasco MarinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPond Lake Management is a distributor of Kasco Marine pond fountains, aerators, and WaterGlow RGB LED lighting systems. Products ship directly to customers across the United States with free shipping available.
• AirMaxcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor of AirMax aeration systems, fountains, and pond equipment. Products include diffused aerators, surface aerators, solar-powered aeration, and fountains.
• Aquamaster FountainsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPond Lake Management is a U.S. distributor for Aquamaster Fountains, offering pond fountain products to customers nationwide.
• Vertex Aquatic SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPond Lake Management installs Vertex Aquatic Solutions aeration products for customers in Burlington, North Carolina and surrounding areas.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lake & Wetland Management: A multi-state pond and wetland services company providing algae control, aeration, fountain installation, and stormwater pond maintenance—directly comparable to Pond Lake Management's full-service offering and customer base.
• Texas Pond Pros: A regional full-service pond management company offering maintenance plans, algae/weed control, aeration, and fish stocking in Texas; same operating model and service mix as Pond Lake Management, just in a different geography.
• Pro Lake Management: A regional pond and lake management services provider offering recurring maintenance, vegetation control, and aeration services to HOAs, golf courses, and residential customers; closely comparable operating model to Pond Lake Management.

Broad incumbents

• SOLitude Lake Management: The largest US pond and lake management services company, offering the same bi-monthly maintenance, algae/weed control, aeration, and fish stocking services as Pond Lake Management but operating at national scale; it serves as the dominant franchise/franchisor-style incumbent that smaller regional operators compare to on capability breadth rather than local pricing.

Others

• Kasco Marine: Manufacturer of pond fountains, aerators, and WaterGlow LED lighting systems; Pond Lake Management is a US distributor of Kasco products, so Kasco is both a partner and a competing channel (direct manufacturer-to-consumer sales).
• Airmax Ecosystems: Manufacturer and direct seller of diffused aeration systems, surface aerators, and pond fountains; Pond Lake Management is an authorized distributor, making Airmax both a partner and adjacent competitor in the equipment supply channel.
• Sweeney Enterprises (Fish Feeders): Manufacturer of automatic fish feeders distributed by Pond Lake Management; relevant as a product-equipment peer and ecosystem participant in the pond management supply chain.

Emerging players

• Vertex Aquatic Solutions: A focused aeration equipment manufacturer and installer whose products Pond Lake Management installs in the Burlington, NC area; overlapping product/market presence makes Vertex both a vendor and a partial competitor.

Regional players

• Cypress Environmental Pond & Lake Services: A southeastern US pond and lake management services provider offering similar aeration, algae control, and wetland services; competes for institutional and municipal customers in adjacent states.
• Aquatic Management Services: A regional pond, lake, and wetland management services company offering water quality testing, vegetation management, and aeration—comparably scoped to Pond Lake Management's service portfolio though operating outside North Carolina.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/pondlakemgmnt
• Facebookfacebook.com/Pondlakemanagement
• Instagraminstagram.com/pond_lake_management
• Pinterestpinterest.com/PondLakeManagement
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pond-lake-management

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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