Pond Magic Water Gardens and Landscapes is a Santa Cruz, CA company offering design build installations of landscapes and water gardens for both residential and commercial settings. Pond Magic draws on both traditional Japanese and classic English garden design to create special places of harmony and tranquility.
Pond Magic's inventive designs can transform virtually any space into an intimate, naturalistic setting - not only for people, but for birds and wildlife as well. Landscapes, ponds, streams, waterfalls and much more can be created using wildlife-friendly and water-efficient principles.
Pond Magic offers a full landscape design and installation service including plants, irrigation systems, landscape lighting, hardscaping like patios and pathways as well as specializing in the building of water features that incorporate eco system ponds, koi ponds, streams, waterfalls, wetland systems and cleanouts and upgrades.
Pond Magic's inventive designs can transform virtually any space into an intimate, naturalistic setting - not only for people, but for birds and wildlife as well. Landscapes, ponds, streams, waterfalls and much more can be created using wildlife-friendly and water-efficient principles.
Pond Magic offers a full landscape design and installation service including plants, irrigation systems, landscape lighting, hardscaping like patios and pathways as well as specializing in the building of water features that incorporate eco system ponds, koi ponds, streams, waterfalls, wetland systems and cleanouts and upgrades.
Services
We offer custom residential landscape installations incorporating hardscaping - drainage, grading, patios, pathways, stonework, landscape lighting and softscaping - soil preparation, plants and irrigation systems. Our ponds offer a way to reconnect with nature. They are environmentally friendly, safe and low maintenance.
We offer custom residential landscape installations incorporating hardscaping - drainage, grading, patios, pathways, stonework, landscape lighting and softscaping - soil preparation, plants and irrigation systems. Native plant and drought resistant installations too! Assess site requirements; light, wind, drainage, privacy screening, existing architecture and any other considerations.
As the focal point of the water feature, waterfalls capture the imagination. Falling water can be soothing or dramatic, and multiple waterfalls may be created within confined spaces. We design waterfalls to echo nature's creativity. Location in relationship to the house is important. We're very experienced in getting just the right water sound for your location.
What is a pondless waterfall? It is a waterfall or stream without a pond. The base is a biological system with water storage matrix boxes covered by filtration medium and natural gravel. It is energy efficient (no ecological need to run the system continually) and works great in small spaces. Freshen up your office or home entrance!
Incorporating a stream as part of your water feature adds to your enjoyment by providing slow and fast moving water, a place for repose, and a place for children to play. The sound of moving water helps you to relax and offers endless fascination, enhancing the naturalness of the setting. We emphasize the artistic placement of stone alongside the stream or pond.
Reviews (13)
Phillip F.
Nov 03, 2021
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First thing I see in the morning last I see at night. We've had this pond since we installed it 2003. It's been both amazing and devastating. Fir the last two years we've been with Pond Magic. Jakob and Hubert have made it just AMAZING everyday. Once a month service reliable and reasonable. They've made reasonable suggestions that have surpassed expectations and we couldn't be happier. Clear clean always passing my Koi Veterinarians water tests with ease.
Geoff U.
Dec 05, 2020
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Brothers Jakub and Hubert did an outstanding job installing our new pond which replaced an existing one. They arrived when they said they would and both worked very hard during the four days it took to install.
Communication with Jacob was great and he got in touch with me when he said he would. Rare among contractors these days! Needless to say, we are very pleased and highly recommend them.
Geoff & Debbie Ullmann
Morgan Hill
Communication with Jacob was great and he got in touch with me when he said he would. Rare among contractors these days! Needless to say, we are very pleased and highly recommend them.
Geoff & Debbie Ullmann
Morgan Hill
Victoria T.
Sep 24, 2020
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Poor communication and follow-through with these contractors. I was clear from the beginning that raccoons were an issue in my backyard, and after the raccoons had a field day with the fountain Pond Magic constructed, subsequent visits to my house by the contractors (that took weeks to schedule) failed to solve the problem. Now I am left with an eyesore collecting mosquito larvae, am out $1000, and will have to start all over with a different company.
Scott S.
Aug 14, 2020
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Susan S.
Jun 01, 2020
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Jakub and company have done a terrific job to reinstall our pond and repair our deck. Our pond has been quite a mess when the project started with lots of debris accumulated over the years. It was amazing to us that the team was able to finish everything (including cleaning up the debris, installing a new pump and filter and rearrange all the water lilies, etc. ) in one very productive day. Moreover, they were able to help us adjust the waterfall routing over the rocks to save water without additional charge after 2 months!
The deck project was also smooth and pleasant. Jakub and team were
The deck project was also smooth and pleasant. Jakub and team were
Lisa L.
Mar 10, 2020
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We called Jakub at Pond Magic to redesign a pond and waterfall that had been a constant headache for years-never worked well, always clogged, etc. Jakub came out right away and knew exactly what was wrong. He ordered the correct pump, skimmer and filter and reworked it in one day and it is perfect! I can't say enough about how nice, courteous, prompt and professional Jakub is and what a pleasure it is to work with his company. We are beyond thrilled with the result!
Anne V.
Sep 14, 2019
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We want to take this opportunity to share our wonderful experience regarding our backyard /waterfall/pond project that Pond Magic just completed for us in Marina, Ca. First of all, we had very high expectations to begin with as we've had beautiful ponds and waterfalls built in three of our previous homes. We interviewed four companies and chose pond Magic due to many factors but none more important than the images and testimonials they were able to provide of past projects. They were very professional and easy to work with and their attention to detail was "off the charts". Not
J. E.
Aug 16, 2019
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This review is not based on their work. It is because they came out to my house for an estimate after I emailed the address on their website. We went over all the details of the pond that I wanted them to construct, from exact measurements to rock size to placement of the different components, etc. We also talked about when they would be able to do the work. They were going to email me an estimate.
Never heard back. After a week, I sent a friendly reminder. After two weeks, a phone message, and then finally a text. It was the same text number we had communicated on several times when we were
Never heard back. After a week, I sent a friendly reminder. After two weeks, a phone message, and then finally a text. It was the same text number we had communicated on several times when we were
Thomas C.
Apr 10, 2019
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Overall, a positive experience and I would recommend them as they did a great job. One star was lost as there were multiple communication issues that led to us initially not getting what we wanted and to some unnecessary hassle with us having to move the small mountain of excavated earth they should have removed. However, they quickly responded to our concerns and came out within a day to fix the issue (some design changes in the water feature) without charge. Workers were all hard working and professional.
Monique S.
Oct 12, 2018
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We want to thank Tim, Ezzy, and Jose for creating the perfect pond for us! We wanted to create a chemical free self contained ecosystem complete with a self sustainable food chain. With an extensive zoological background it was important for all aspects from crystal clear water and natural algae control to a very diversified group of inhabitants, that everything was perfect. We now have a thriving and growing pond community. We know we were a challenging project and are very greatful the attention to detail. Ezzy and Jose were efficient, fast, and knew exactly how to create Tim's vision. We
Ben H.
Dec 08, 2017
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Absolutely outstanding. Top notch quality company! We had them build a six foot waterfall cascading into a series of pools almost four years ago and the results are wonderful. Tim is extremely helpful. He worked closely with me to hear my ideas, support and extend them in some cases and reality check them in others. His crew are professional, efficient and polite. I enjoyed having them at my home and appreciated their company and witnessing the mix of artistry and impressive construction skills. I couldn't be happier.
Toni T.
Aug 07, 2017
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Tim and his wonderful crew created a beautiful 1600 gallon waterfall and cascading stream in our garden. Tim transformed my crude little sketches into a brilliant oasis that wildly exceeded our expectations! Tim responded quickly whenever there was a question and his workers were hardworking, careful, and neat.
We went with Tim for our project after talking to another pond builder who wanted to take down our front yard fence and drive a small Cat into the back yard to do the digging. By contrast, Tim's workers did all of the work by hand, wheelbarrow, and sometimes incredible ingenuity!
We went with Tim for our project after talking to another pond builder who wanted to take down our front yard fence and drive a small Cat into the back yard to do the digging. By contrast, Tim's workers did all of the work by hand, wheelbarrow, and sometimes incredible ingenuity!
Donna D.
Dec 19, 2016
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Tim and his crew did an amazing job installing a pondless waterfall for our home. The attention to detail, care they took to make sure every aspect of the water feature was to our liking, and the end product was absolutely wonderful! In addition, they did a maintenance on an existing waterfall, to include cleaning, changing out the water filters and reinstlling/rearranging rocks/stone to make it even more appealing. Kudos to Pondmagic!
I would highly recommend Tim Gillett and his crew --- they are value driven, deliver on their commitments, provide high quality product and services.
I would highly recommend Tim Gillett and his crew --- they are value driven, deliver on their commitments, provide high quality product and services.
