Hurricane season puts your community’s ponds and lakes on the front line. This practical guide for Tampa Bay HOAs explains how to harden shorelines, elevate aeration controls, clear inlets/outfalls, choose native buffers, and follow local fertilizer blackouts—so your stormwater system does its job when the rain bands arrive. You’ll get a pre-/post-storm checklist, permitting pointers (ERP, MS4, FWC), and tips to prevent fish kills and erosion. Need help? A&B Aquatics — Lake and Pond Management Solutions provides lake mapping, water-quality testing and restoration, fountains & aeration maintenance, invasive species control, debris removal, and annual management programs across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco. Reach out to schedule a pre-season assessment.

Swatting season doesn’t have to be your HOA’s reality. This guide shows Tampa Bay communities how to cut mosquito pressure around stormwater ponds the natural way—mosquitofish, native littoral shelves, aeration, and targeted Bti—while staying compliant with Florida permits and local fertilizer blackouts. Includes a step-by-step HOA playbook and A&B Aquatics services to make it turnkey.

Managing lakes, ponds, and retention areas in Florida isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about compliance. State and local regulations require property managers to maintain water quality, control invasive species, manage erosion, and follow strict permitting rules. For HOAs, golf courses, and commercial or industrial property managers in Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties, understanding these laws is critical to avoiding costly fines. A&B Aquatics Lake and Pond Management Solutions offers comprehensive services—from weed control and shoreline erosion management to water quality testing and wetland restoration—that keep your property compliant and your water bodies thriving.

In Florida, ponds are more than picturesque water features. They're part of the ecosystem, integral to stormwater management, and often a key selling point for commercial properties, HOA neighborhoods, golf courses, and industrial parks. But when ponds are neglected or improperly managed, they don't just turn into eyesores—they become costly, sometimes dangerous liabilities.

Stormwater doesn’t get the same headlines as hurricanes or heatwaves, but it’s one of the most important issues facing growing communities—especially here in Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties. As the Tampa Bay region continues to urbanize, impervious surfaces like roads, rooftops, and parking lots block rainwater from naturally soaking into the ground. Instead, that water runs off, often picking up pollutants, debris, and sediment along the way before entering our delicate ecosystem.

Understanding and adhering to Florida’s pond maintenance laws is crucial for commercial property managers in Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties. Non-compliance can result in costly fines and environmental harm. This guide covers key regulations, best management practices, and shows how A&B Aquatics Lake and Pond Management Solutions ensures your property remains compliant and beautiful.

Clean, well-maintained water features are more than just pretty scenery – they’re a strategic asset for any golf course. At A&B Aquatics Pond & Lake Solutions, we understand that a shimmering pond or gentle fountain adds both beauty and function to your greens. Golf courses across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco Counties cherish their lakes and ponds for the lush reflections, cooling breezes, and irrigation reserves they provide.

Managing a lake or pond can be tricky. Even if you’ve been following a solid plan, things can still go sideways. Lakes and ponds are constantly changing ecosystems that respond to everything happening around them. So, if your management plan isn’t getting the results you want, it’s worth figuring out why.

Well-managed lakes and ponds not only enhance the beauty of our properties but also provide a thriving ecosystem for all to enjoy. By following this step-by-step guide, you can create a comprehensive annual lake management plan that aligns with your goals and budget, and promotes the long-term health of your waterbody.

Golf courses are renowned for their ability to blend manicured greens with natural surroundings. But nothing disrupts this harmony like eroded shorelines, muddy waters, or exposed pipes. Unfortunately, shoreline erosion is a persistent issue caused by wind, rain, wildlife, and human activities like poor drainage or urban development.

Pond management is constantly evolving, with new products and techniques emerging to address environmental challenges. Certified professionals stay on top of these advancements, integrating them into their strategies. 

Vegetative buffers of aquatic pond plants extending 3-5 feet out from the shoreline can provide many functional and aesthetic benefits to homeowners communities, golf courses, and private properties…

At A&B Aquatics Lake & Pond Management Solutions, we’re all about keeping your lake or pond healthy and beautiful. But when it comes to choosing between a fountain or an aerator, how do you decide? 🤔

Florida's lakes face unique challenges when it comes to erosion. The state's diverse climate and geology can contribute to erosion in various ways, from the impact of hurricanes and heavy rainfall to the effects of human activities such as agriculture and urban development. To address these challenges, it is essential to implement tailored erosion control strategies that consider the specific conditions of each lake.

Pond aeration is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems by circulating water and increasing oxygen levels, which helps prevent issues like algae blooms and foul odors. A&B Aquatics Lake & Pond Management Solutions offers various aeration systems tailored to specific pond needs, promoting water clarity and supporting aquatic life.

Key benefits of aeration include increased oxygen levels, improved water clarity, reduced growth of harmful algae, prevention of foul odors, and enhanced aesthetics. Pond air pumps and advanced solutions like Otterbine aerators and fountains are crucial for effective aeration, ensuring a balanced ecosystem.