A River Runs Through It: Increasing the Value and Enjoyment of Your Home With a Custom Water Feature

There is one thing you can do right now that will turn even the most well-manicured lawn into a unique, eye-catching masterpiece: install a water feature, such as a pond or waterfall. Here are a few reasons to consider it.

Character
There just aren't that many homes out there with their own waterfalls, ponds or private streams running through them. If you were to try and sell your home, especially in today's market, you need every advantage you can get, and a water feature is a great way to ensure your home makes a lasting impression.

Water Conservation
Aside from the water it takes to fill it initially, a custom water feature is entirely self-contained, requiring no outside water source. A filtration pump recycles the same water over and over, so that the water runs freely, even under the tightest water restrictions.

Aesthetics & Natural beauty
A well-installed waterfall or pond blends in seamlessly with the rest of your landscaping, and looks like a natural part of the surroundings even under close scrutiny. Plus, the sound of bubbling water makes for a relaxing soundtrack to time spent in the yard.

Less yard to maintain.
And speaking of spending time in the yard, the more area dedicated to the water feature, the less lawn there is to take care of. To really take advantage of this, you can increase the square footage occupied by creating beds of natural looking foliage to enhance the natural feel of the water feature (and reduce the amount of grass you need to cut, water and fertilize).

There are many benefits to including a pond or waterfall in your landscaping plan---or even installing one after the fact. From creating a serene environment for your own enjoyment to increasing the value of your home, it's an investment that will enhance your home several times over.