What We Offer
Our Services
From a 5-gallon desktop nano to a 400-gallon display reef — every aquatic system we touch gets the same specialist-level care.
Custom Aquarium Builds
Starting an aquarium the right way means getting the fundamentals right from day one. We handle the entire build process — from equipment selection and sump plumbing to aquascape design and first livestock — for any aquarium type. Whether you want a tranquil freshwater community tank, a dramatic planted aquascape, a fish-only saltwater display, or a thriving coral reef, we build it to last.
What's Included
- System type consultation (freshwater, planted, saltwater, reef, FOWLR)
- Equipment selection and sourcing (tank, sump, filtration, lighting, flow)
- Full plumbing and equipment installation
- Aquascape design and hardscape placement (rock, driftwood, substrate)
- Water preparation, salt mixing, RODI setup, and initial fill
- Tank cycling monitoring and livestock introduction
- Handover session explaining how to operate your new system
Routine Maintenance Plans
Consistent expert maintenance is the single greatest factor in keeping any aquarium healthy over the long term. Our recurring plans are customised to your system type — a planted tank has different needs than a reef system — and every visit includes a written condition report so you always know exactly how your aquarium is performing.
What's Included
- Scheduled water changes sized to your system volume and type
- Full parameter testing (pH, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, GH/KH for freshwater; alk, cal, mag, phosphate, salinity for marine)
- Filter media cleaning or replacement as needed
- Glass, acrylic, and equipment surface cleaning
- Fish, coral, and plant health inspection
- Written condition report emailed after every visit
Saltwater & Reef Systems
Marine aquariums demand a higher level of precision than almost any other hobby system. Our team has deep experience with everything from simple fish-only-with-live-rock (FOWLR) displays to full SPS-dominant reef tanks with automated dosing and coral propagation. We keep the chemistry dialled in, the equipment running optimally, and your livestock thriving.
What's Included
- FOWLR setup and ongoing maintenance
- Mixed reef, LPS, and SPS reef builds and maintenance
- Salinity, alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium management
- Protein skimmer, refugium, and reactor maintenance
- Dosing system setup and calibration (two-part, Kalkwasser, or Triton)
- Aquarium controller setup and monitoring (Apex, GHL, etc.)
- Coral fragging, propagation, and coral-safe pest treatment
Freshwater Aquariums
Freshwater tanks are endlessly diverse — from a peaceful community of tetras and corydoras to a biotope-accurate Amazon blackwater setup, a Lake Malawi cichlid colony, or a goldfish display. We bring the same specialist attention to freshwater systems as we do to marine, ensuring water chemistry, filtration, and stocking are perfectly matched.
What's Included
- Community, cichlid, goldfish, and biotope tank builds and maintenance
- GH, KH, pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate testing and correction
- Filtration selection and optimisation (canister, HOB, sump, sponge)
- Livestock compatibility assessment and stocking plans
- Disease identification and treatment guidance
- Blackwater and specialist chemistry setups (Amazon, Rift Valley, etc.)
- Nano and desktop aquarium service
Planted Aquascapes
A well-designed planted aquarium — whether a simple low-tech setup or a high-tech Dutch or nature aquarium — is one of the most striking things you can put in a room. We handle aquascape design, substrate selection, CO₂ injection, fertiliser dosing, and ongoing plant trimming so your living art piece always looks its best.
What's Included
- Low-tech and high-tech planted tank setup
- Aquascape design: Dutch, nature aquarium, Iwagumi, Wabi-Kusa styles
- Substrate selection (ADA Aquasoil, capped substrate, sand)
- CO₂ injection system installation and regulation
- Fertiliser dosing protocol (EI, PPS-Pro, or all-in-one)
- Plant sourcing from reputable suppliers
- Regular trimming, replanting, and algae management visits
Equipment Installation & Upgrades
The right equipment makes the difference between an aquarium that demands constant attention and one that practically runs itself. We advise on the best gear for your specific system and budget, handle the full installation, and configure everything so you get the benefit of the upgrade without the trial-and-error.
What's Included
- Lighting upgrades for all system types (planted, reef, freshwater display)
- Filtration upgrades: canister, sump, wet-dry, fluidised bed, refugium
- Protein skimmer, reactor, and UV steriliser installs
- Heater, chiller, and temperature controller installation
- Auto top-off (ATO) and automatic water change systems
- Aquarium controller and monitoring systems (Apex, GHL, Neptune)
- CO₂ systems, dosing pumps, and auto-feeders
Emergency Rescue
Aquarium emergencies move fast. A failed heater, a pump failure, a chemical spike, or a disease outbreak can devastate a system in hours. We offer priority emergency visits for all aquarium types — fresh or salt — to stabilise the situation, identify the root cause, and save as much livestock as possible.
What's Included
- Priority same-day or next-morning response (subject to availability)
- Full parameter and equipment diagnostic
- Emergency water change and chemical intervention
- Temporary livestock housing and transport if required
- Disease or pest identification and treatment protocol
- Root-cause analysis and written incident report
- Follow-up check visit within 48 hours
Aquarium Automation
A fully automated aquarium runs more stable, requires less manual intervention, and gives you complete visibility into your system from anywhere. We design, install, and configure end-to-end automation solutions — from basic dosing pumps to fully networked reef controllers — so your tank runs itself between service visits.
What's Included
- Aquarium controller setup and configuration (Apex, GHL, ReefBeat)
- Automated dosing system installation (two-part, Kalkwasser, trace elements)
- Auto top-off (ATO) system installation and calibration
- Automated water change system design and setup
- Smart lighting schedules and intensity programming
- Flow and wavemaker programming (tidal cycles, storm modes)
- Remote monitoring setup — alerts for temperature, salinity, and pH
- Leak detection sensor installation
- Integration with smart home systems (Alexa, Google Home)
- Hands-on walkthrough and training on your controller app
Consulting Sessions
Not ready for a full service plan? Our one-time consulting sessions give experienced hobbyists direct access to specialist knowledge. We visit your setup, test parameters, review your equipment, and leave you with a concrete, prioritised action plan. Remote video consultations are also available.
What's Included
- On-site aquarium assessment with full parameter testing
- Equipment review and upgrade priority recommendations
- Livestock compatibility and stocking plan advice
- Algae diagnosis and long-term control strategy
- Disease identification and safe treatment guidance
- Written summary with prioritised action steps
- Remote video consult option for out-of-area clients
Not sure which service fits your situation?
Just describe your aquarium and what you're looking for — we'll recommend the right starting point at no charge.
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