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    The Pond Digger

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    a fish pond with rocks and water
    Angela R.

    The POND DIGGER installed my pond 11years ago and recently did a major overhaul. I can't recommend more highly their professional expert services. Whether you're thinking of adding a custom pond to your landscape or your established water feature needs an update, you can't go wrong consulting with Eric and his team.

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    Analiese H.

    Amazing company! This team is comprised of nothing but hard workers and you can tell they love their job! Eric was very flexible with our build - the perfect mix of professional and down to earth. I felt like we were friends by the end of the project. (And he did do a lot to recommend quality local contractors for a few different things we needed, like electrical, to help us know we weren't being taken advantage of.) The team built out a beautiful pond for our two turtles, which they absolutely love! The process was quicker than I expected, a testament to their knowledge and expertise. The only reason for 4 vs 5 stars is the cost. They do AMAZING work, but it is NOT cheap. That being said, 6 months after install, I had concern of a minor leak, and they sent someone out to take a look and repaired at no cost. All that to say, if you're looking for the best team to install a custom water feature/pond in SoCal - you absolutely want these guys!

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    Rick D.

    Great customer service, With great pond products. Thank you for your help at any time necessary. Always there to Anwser your calls for any of your pond needs. Will recommend to anyone in the area.

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    Alex John F.

    These guys are magical ! They helped me build my koi pond which wasn't tiny but they do much bigger and smaller. Let's start with my pond being 7000 gallons in the pond and another 1000 gallons moving through filters, total of 8000 so my fish load could be slightly higher! Eric and his crew were always punctual and site always was perfect ! I even have magazines calling me to feature this lagoon style pond with tropical backdrop. It get better - they don't just do install these guys have a full line of maintenance and construction supplies for homeowners or contractors. He is also willing to do design assistance for the do it yourself or for professional ( architects etc) These guys are definitely the premier southern California Contractor and they also do nationwide so if you need anything he can ship it etc. Thank you pond Digger ! Also check out his YouTube for help with many basic questions and his Instagram for his daily posts and stories!

    Waterfall the way nature makes it...by the Pond Digger. Bad Ass!
    Alan S.

    I am cross posting this because I see there are two listings. Trade name and Company name...Same great Company!!! I needed some major help with a poorly built pond I put in and I found this site online. The owner, Eric, came out and checked out what we had. The pond I had put in was lacking in depth...(my opinion and keeping my construction issues simple)... ! It was decided that to achieve what I was looking for, my poor excuse for a mud puddle was finished (again my opinion). Eric brought his crew out and did the most professional work I have ever seen. My pond actually looks like it is somewhere in the high desert mountain area. It was finished off with California native plants and rocks from the California high desert/mountains. It is our slice of paradise in our own backyard visible from anywhere in the back yard but most importantly, its directly outside of our master bedroom sliding doors. The support we have received as we go through this journey has been incredible. I highly recommend Eric and his crew for any waterscape or design you may have in mind.

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    Love love love them, great people, honest and reliable, super helpful. Thank you for all you do!

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    This place is amazing! Lots of fish to choose from and the staff is very knowledgeable! Highly recommend

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