Pond Aeration is one of the very best things you can do for your pond. If you use natural treatment methods already, you can usually boost the effectiveness of these pond algae control methods by increasing the oxygen in the water and improving circulation. Submerged aeration helps in both of these instances.

If you have fish, aeration is a very important addition to your pond to consider. One of the greatest benefits to a fish population is adequate oxygen in the water. The lack of oxygen is also one of the greatest killers of fish stock and this problem can often be avoided with adequate aeration.

Surface fountains do provide a very good degree of aeration in the water but they should not be considered equal to or better than submerged aeration diffusers if your pond is fairly deep. These work from the bottom up and provide increased oxygen even in the deepest parts of a pond, a place where this benefit is often lacking.

For larger ponds, particularly those that are over 6 to 10 feet in depth, sub-surface, diffused aeration is a much better alternative and less expensive to run than a surface fountain or bubbler. 

For ponds less than six feet in depth it's useful to use some form of surface aerator or bubbler which tend to move a lot more water than a standard fountain. And better still, you can use a specialized shallow pond aeration kit to provide much needed oxygen to particularly shallow waters.

In any case, increased oxygen levels and better circulation will profoundly improve the quality and health of the pond and water system. Normally you'll find that a pond will become cleaner with the use of aeration and beneficial bacteria, the latter of which can thrive in a higher oxygen system. So much of the work of good bacteria takes place deep down at the bottom of pond. Historically this is where oxygen tends to be at the lowest in many ponds, and the primary reason a good quality pond aeration system will help a pond significantly.

Must See Pond Aeration Video

Be sure to take a few minutes and watch the video below for important information on how to choose the best aeration system for your pond.

Our Top Rated Pond Aeration Systems

After decades of working with most aerator brands on the market, we have narrowed our offerings down to just two of the very best. 

For shallow ponds that are less than 6' of depth, we prefer the AirMax SW series.  For all other ponds with more depth, we selected Kasco Robust Aire systems.  Both companies offer complete kits that include everything you'll need to get up and running including a protective weatherproof cabinet, cooling fans, weighted tubing, high grade diffusers, and all necessary couplings. The Kasco systems provide a great option for people trying to save some money. These include multiple cabinet options (and no cabinet as well for pond owners who have an existing structure to house the pump) in order to get precisely what you'll need to operate a high quality aeration system in your pond.

Custom aerial mapping using Google Earth is available for sizing these aeration systems to larger ponds.  This is a free service with no obligation required for a purchase.

If you need help with anything be sure to contact us.

By the way, if you're interested in solar pond aeration, or windmill aerators, please visit our more comprehensive aeration website at American Aeration


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Airmax SW20 Aeration System
SW20 Shallow Water Pond Aeration System
Price: $1,349.99-$1,549.99
Retail: $1,599.99
Price: $1,349.99-$1,549.99
Availability: In Stock
AirMax Item #: 600802 -

    The SW20 is designed to work in shallow water conditions and is great for any pond up to 1/4 acre in size with a maximum depth of six feet or less. Kit Includes:Silent Air Cabinet and Pump w/ cooling fan.  Purchase airline seperately for custom length runs (must use 5/8" airline) purchased separately. Two ProAir 2 self-weighted diffusers. Fittings and clamps Specs... 0.5 Max Running Amps 115 Volts 2.5 CFM 6' Max operational depth $2.52 24/7 Monthly operational costs (estimated) ...

    Airmax SW40 System
    Airmax SW40 - Shallow Pond Aeration System
    Price: $1,849.99-$2,249.99
    Price: $1,849.99-$2,249.99
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    AirMax Item #: 600812 -

      The SW40 is designed to work in shallow water conditions and is great for any pond up to 1/2 acre in size with a maximum depth of six feet or less. Kit Includes:Silent Air Cabinet and Pump w/ cooling fan **Airmax offers two airline options: Purchase without airline for custom length runs (must use 5/8" airline purchased separately) or 400' of 3/8" weighted airline. Four ProAir 2 self-weighted diffusers Fittings and clamps Specs... 0.9 Max Running Amps 115 Volts 4.9 CFM6' Max operational depth...

      Kasco Robust Aire RA-1 Aeration System
      Kasco Robust Aire RA-1 Aeration System
      Price: $1,480.00
      Price: $1,480.00
      Availability: In Stock
      Kasco Item #: RA1 -

        The Kasco Marine RA1 diffused aerator will cover any pond up to about 1 to 1.5 acres depending on the depth. The compressor can work effectively down to 50' of depth. Effective aeration can be achieved in 1/4 acre ponds 5 to 8 feet deep, 1/2 acre ponds 8 to 12 feet deep, and 1 to 2 acre ponds 12 to 16+ feet deep. Contact us if you have questions about fitting the right aeration system for your pond. The 1/4 HP compressor draws 2.5 amps on a 115v set up and 1.2 amps on the optional 230v power...

        Kasco Robust Aire RA-2 Aeration System
        Kasco Robust Aire RA-2 Aeration System
        Price: $2,189.00
        Price: $2,189.00
        Availability: In Stock
        Kasco Item #: RA2 -

          This Kasco RA2 aeration system is a very good kit that has everything you need to aerate a pond from around 1 to 3 acres in size (depending on the depth). Effective aeration can be achieved in 1 acre ponds 5 to 8 feet deep, 2 acre ponds 8 to 12 feet deep, and 3 acre ponds 12 to 16+ feet deep. Contact us with your surface area and depth information and we can suggest the best fitting system for your pond. The Teich-Aire compressor can work down to depths of 50'. The 1/4 HP compressor draws 2.5...

          Kasco Robust Aire RA-3 Aeration System
          Kasco Robust Aire RA-3 Aeration System
          Price: $2,845.00
          Price: $2,845.00
          Availability: In Stock
          Kasco Item #: RA3 -

            The Kasco Marine RA3 Robust-Aire aeration system is a great aerator for larger ponds up to about 4 acres in size (depending on the depth). Effective aeration can be achieved in 2 acre ponds 5 to 8 feet deep, 3 acre ponds 8 to 12 feet deep, and 4 acre ponds 12 to 16+ feet deep. Please contact us if you need assistance on fitting the appropriate sized areator for your pond. We offer a free aerial pond mapping service to insure the best fitting system for your pond. This 1/2 HP system produces...

            Kasco Robust Aire RA-4 Aeration System - Airline Sold Separately
            Kasco Robust Aire RA-4 Aeration System - Airline Sold Separately
            Price: $5,579.00
            Price: $5,579.00
            Availability: In Stock
            Kasco Item #: RA4 -

              The Kasco RA4 Aeration System is well suited to aerating larger ponds up to 4 acres in size based on a depth of 15' or greater. Less depth will reduce the coverage area. Effective aeration can be achieved in 3 acre ponds 5 to 8 feet deep, 4 to 5 acre ponds 8 to 12 feet deep, and 6 to 7 acre ponds 12 to 16+ feet deep. Please contact us if you have questions or would like a certified aerial pond mapping (no charge) to be conducted to find out if this system will fit your pond the best. The two...

              Kasco Robust Aire RA-5 Aeration System - Airline Sold Separately
              Kasco Robust Aire RA-5 Aeration System - Airline Sold Separately
              Price: $5,889.00
              Price: $5,889.00
              Availability: In Stock
              Kasco Item #: RA5 -

                The Kasco Marine RA5 Aeration System will work well in ponds up to 9 acres (based on a 15' depth or greater). Less depth will reduce surface aera coverage. Effective aeration can be achieved in 4 to 5 acre ponds 5 to 8 feet deep, 6 to 7 acre ponds 8 to 12 feet deep, and 9 acre ponds 12 to 16+ feet deep. Please contact us for a free aerial pond mapping to make sure this is the right aeration system for your pond. The combination of compressors in the RA5 draw 6.2 amps on a 120v power supply and...

                Kasco Robust Aire RA-6 Aeration System - Airline Sold Separately
                Kasco Robust Aire RA-6 Aeration System - Airline Sold Separately
                Price: $6,199.00
                Price: $6,199.00
                Availability: In Stock
                Kasco Item #: RA6 -

                  The Kasco Marine RA6 Aeration System will work well in ponds up to 12+ acres in size (based on a 15'+ depth). Less depth will reduce the surface coverage area. Effective aeration can be achieved in 7 acre ponds 5 to 8 feet deep, 8 to 9 acre ponds 8 to 12 feet deep, and 10 to 12+ acre ponds 12 to 16+ feet deep. Please contact us and request a free aerial pond mapping to insure that we fit the correct system for your pond's size, shape, and depth. This system uses two 1/2 HP compressors which...

                  3/8" Weighted Airline
                  3/8" Weighted Airline - 100' Length
                  Price: $149.99
                  Retail: $159.99
                  Price: $149.99
                  Availability: In Stock
                  Item #: 510118-S -

                    High Quality Weighted Airline (kink proof) This self-weighted heavy duty airline is virtually kink proof and puncture resistant. Available in 3/8" diameter and in 100 foot lengths this allows for custom installations of all of the Kasco Robust Aire and the Airmax aeration systems. **Current prices are for airline only purchases. Please contact us if you are ordering as additional airline with the purchase of a full aeration system and receive discounted pricing. ...

                    5/8" Weighted Airline
                    5/8" Weighted Airline - 100' Length
                    Price: $249.99
                    Price: $249.99
                    Availability: In Stock
                    Item #: 510119-S -

                      High Quality Weighted Airline (kink proof) This self-weighted heavy duty airline is virtually kink proof and puncture resistant. Available in 5/8" ID and in 100 foot lengths this allows for custom installations of the Kasco and Airmax aeration systems. **Current prices are for airline only purchases. Please contact us if you are ordering as additional airline with the purchase of a full aeration system and receive discounted pricing. ...

                      3/8" airline connector
                      3/8" Airline Connector Kit
                      Price: $4.99
                      Retail: $6.99
                      Price: $4.99
                      Availability: In Stock
                      AirMax Item #: 490204-S -

                        5/8" airline connector
                        5/8" Airline Connector Kit
                        Price: $4.99
                        Retail: $6.99
                        Price: $4.99
                        Availability: In Stock
                        AirMax Item #: 490206-S -