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A bottom drain is an essential component of proper Koi pond design and filtration. Installing a bottom drain when first constructing a Koi pond is highly recommended. If a pond does not already have one, a retrofit bottom drain can be added and is advised by Elite Koi.
The bottom drain is usually situated in the deepest part of the pond and is connected to the filtration system intake. Having a bottom drain serves several important purposes:
- Removes debris and waste - The bottom drain sucks up solid waste like fish poop, uneaten food, and organic debris that sinks to the bottom of the pond. This keeps the pond floor clean and prevents buildup.
- Improves water circulation - Water flow across the bottom of the pond is increased which prevents dead spots. The bottom drain moves water from the bottom to the filter which improves overall water circulation.
- Aids filtration - Bottom drain water flow helps filter intake catch more waste particles and prevents clogging. Bottom sediment is removed before it converts to toxins like ammonia and nitrites.
- Reduces pump load - Pumps don't have to work as hard if some of the water flow is handled by gravity via the bottom drain. This improves energy efficiency.
- Prevents fish stress - Fish aren't fighting strong intake suction at the surface which can stress them. The bottom drain gently pulls water down below.
- Retrofitting a bottom drain involves digging out the pond floor, installing drain pipe and a drain cover, and hooking to the filter system. This is disruptive but worth the long-term benefits for Koi health and pond cleanliness.
In summary, installing a bottom drain is one of the best investments for proper Koi pond function. Elite Koi always recommends adding one if not already present.
Economy Bottom Drains
Drain with cover to keep fish out and to provide good suction on the bottom drain
outlet for minimal accumulation of sediments.
50mm: round 20 cm and lid round 22 cm.
110mm: round 32 cm and lid 38 cm.
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Shipping
At Elite Koi we understand the importance of receiving your items quickly. We shall endeavour to dispatch your items within 1 working day and same day if your order is received before 1pm. Orders are not accepted until you receive notification from us that the order has been fulfilled via e-mail. Our courier service is not guaranteed to be overnight due to some circumstances being beyond our control.
Dry Goods Shipped by Courier, 95% - 98% of all orders couriered are received the following working day however this is not guaranteed by our courier service provider, therefore Elite Koi do not and cannot guarantee Overnight service. If your item is required urgently please contact us prior to checking out.
Working days do not include Saturday's, Sunday's or Bank Holidays. i.e. if an order is placed on a Friday before 1pm, the item will be dispatched from us and collected by the courier. The item will not be delivered until the following Monday at the earliest and in some cases this could be the Tuesday.
Elite Koi do not ship any goods on Wednesday's, however if the item is needed urgently please contact prior to placing the order.
Please see below for our delivery methods and costs.
Dry Goods
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Live Fish
Live Fish £30 per box overnight courier service. Live fish require conditioning to travel and Elite Koi will contact you to book the service for a convenient time for you to receive the Koi prior to Noon Wednesday & Friday
If your fish arrives damaged or deceased contact us immediately on 07561 804263.
Returns of Live fish cannot be accepted.
Returns
We hope you are happy with your purchases from Elite Koi however if you have ordered the wrong item let us know for an exchange. All Dry Goods can be returned within 30 days of the date of purchase provided they have not been opened or used. Should you wish to return an item which is unopened and unused please contact us within 30 days of the sale of purchase. We will then send you our return details.
Items damaged in the post should be reported to us within 48 Hours of receipt.
If you wish to return an item please use the "Contact Us" button at the top of page or call us on 07561 804263.
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Live Fish
If your fish arrives damaged or deceased contact us immediately on 07561 804263.
Returns of Live fish cannot be accepted.
