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ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE REGARDING OUR PRODUCTS:
Q. How
long will it take to install my waterfall? A. 30 minutes to 8 hours
installation time as a prefabricated unit. Customization requires
additional time.
Q. Can I install my own Rockwater unit? A.
Yes, we will be happy to instruct you on the set-up and installation
procedures.
Q. What materials are used to make a Rockwater
waterfall and pond? A. Glass fiber reinforced concrete, better known
as GFRC, this product is not made with plastics, foams or resins. The
rocks form a hollow shell ,with a half inch wall thickness.
Q.
Why do Rockwater products look so real? A. We make molds of Mother
Nature’s best rock creations and then rework them into Rockwater
Designs.
Q. Are Rockwater products heavy? A. Rockwater GFRC
rock castings weigh only 10 to 20% of a similar natural rock; Boulders
range from 1' @15 lbs. To 4'@100lbs. and 7' to 9' @ 2-300lbs. Waterfall
and pond components weigh between 100 and 300 lbs.
Q. Are
Rockwater products weather resistant? A. Yes, and Rockwater products
do not contain plastic, foam, or resin, and therefore are not affected
by ozone or UV sun light rays.
Q. Will my waterfall waste water? A. No the pump is recirculating
the water, the only water loss will be from evaporation and can be added
back to the waterfall by an auto fill valve or by hand with a hose.
Q. How much will it cost to run my waterfall ? A. Operating costs
will vary depending on the pump choice; the cost can be just pennies a
day on the smaller systems.
Q. How does the cost compare to
waterfalls made from real rock? A. Rockwater products look like real
rock but light weight and prefabrication means installation time and
cost are greatly reduced.
Q. Can I incorporate a Rockwater waterfall into my existing pond
design? A. Yes, with a few plumbing modifications. Q. Can a
Rockwater product break? A. Yes, even though GFRC is stronger than
concrete, it can be damaged or chipped by being dropped or struck with a
metal yard tool or other hard object, however, common or Portland cement
can be used to repair the damaged area.
Q. Can my children or
pets play in my waterfall? A. Rockwater products are designed and
warranted for use as decorative garden accents, other use may void the
warranty.
Q. Can I keep fish in my Rockwater pond? A. Yes,
however, we suggest the addition of biological filtration to your
system.
Q. Will the color of Rockwater products ever change?
A. Yes, somewhat overtime with exposure ,however, weathering actually
improves the realistic appearance of Rockwater products.
Q. Can I put chemicals in my pond to control algae? A. Yes, but if
you have plants or fish use approved chemicals only , and follow the
product manufacturer’s directions.
Q. What are the electrical
requirements? A. A standard 110v / 15-20amp household outlet, which
should be of GFI / U L approved type. (Outdoors, a covered while in use
type)
Q. Can I put a Rockwater unit inside my home or business? A. Many
people use our units indoor, but we do not recommend doing so due to the
possibility of moisture damage.
Q. What if my pumps breaks? A.
We sell and install high quality pumps which should provide years of
service when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions.
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