Slip Away Into Your Own Retreat
Elevate your backyard with ponds and pondless water features in Des Moines, Ames, And surrounding areas
What Would You Like To Discover?
Fountainscapes and Pondless Water Features
Pond Construction and Renovation
Recreational Ponds
Pond Repair
Pond Maintenance
Exploratory Drain and Clean
Master Certified Aquascape Contractor since 2006
Let The Soothing Sounds Of Nature Embrace You Every Day
Adding a water feature to your yard is a great way to bring nature right to your doorstep. If you work long hours or simply wish for your own retreat, a splash of water may be all you need.
Imagine coming home from a long day at work, taking a step outside, and wandering around your personal pond. As you feed the koi fish, you can feel your worries melt away.
Enhance your landscape with the delightful atmosphere of a pond and bring more excitement to your backyard.
Create A Focal Point In Your Backyard With A Pondless Water Feature
Everyone understands the long-proven healing effects of water from the body to the mind. If your home landscape doesn’t allow you to design a big pond, a pondless water feature is a great way to bring the healing power of water closer.
Pondless water features are natural humidifiers and revive the air quality in your area, allowing you to breathe in the crisp air with the smell of lush vegetation all around you.
If you live in an especially noisy area, a pondless installation is a perfect source of natural white noise, allowing you to feel at peace in your own environment.
Join “Just Add Water” for our pond cleaning events on April 13th and April 20th. These gatherings offer a unique opportunity for clients and community members to volunteer in cleaning two beautiful local ponds, learn about pond maintenance, and engage with our team. The first event will take place at the Discovery Garden in our state fairgrounds, open to all. The second is set at an inviting arboretum in a neighboring town. Both events are free, providing a perfect chance to dive into the world of water features.
Attract Wildlife To Your Yard
Thanks to your water feature, your backyard will feel like an authentic oasis with wildlife unfolding outside your door. Just picture this: you’re lounging in your garden, when suddenly birds are swooping near your pond, and dragonflies are darting from one corner of your yard to the other.
Once you add a water feature to your yard, this remarkable sight can become a regular occurrence.
You and your family can enjoy the spectacle that the elements of nature bring every single day. All it takes is a pond built especially for you.
Our Services
Do you want to add a water element to your yard? We’re here to help transform your outdoor space into your personal retreat.
Fountainscapes and Pondless Water Features
Add a splash of water to your landscape.
Pond Construction and Renovation
Give your backyard the makeover it deserves with a beautiful pond.
Recreational Ponds
Swim around and enjoy the beauty of nature right at home.
Pond Repair
Make use of your old pond and enjoy its many benefits.
Pond Maintenance
Show some love to your pond with maintenance services.
Pond Lighting
Enjoy your pond all hours of the day.
Exploratory Drain and Clean
Keep your pond looking healthy and fresh.
Who We Are
Just Add Water is a locally-owned company that serves the state of Iowa for over 17 years. Our team is very enthusiastic about upgrading the yards and properties for all of our fellow Iowans, and we have the experienced crew to do so!
We are the only Master Aquascape Certified Contractor in Iowa, which means we are the most qualified and informed in the industry. You can rely on us to deliver an excellent result, and we can guarantee your happiness with our work. Our many years of experience and thousands of completed projects stand as proof of our craftsmanship.
How It Works
Your yard should be a place of relaxation, and upgrading your property should feel the same! We’ve created a hassle-free process to get you great results with zero stress.
Get In Touch
Connect with us through our form or give us a call. Let us know what you have in mind and we’ll schedule an on-site consultation.
We Work Our Magic
Once all details are set and we agree on cost estimates and timeline, we’ll draft the contract and start building your water feature.
Love Your Water Feature
As soon as our work is complete, we’ll do a post-job walkthrough to present to you your new water feature. Enjoy your improved backyard!
Our Portfolio
Browse our gallery for some inspiration on your next backyard upgrade.
300+
Fountainscapes And Pondless Water Features Installed And Upgraded
500+
Ponds Installed And Upgraded
2000+
Ponds
Repaired
Happy Customers Are The Proof
Having a water feature designed for you will enrich your day-to-day life. See what our customers say about working with us.
I’ve worked with Just Add Water for two water features. They have always been good listeners and eager to get the work up to my specs. The Just Add Water Team is very creative and loves what they do!
They take on any challenge, find a solution and get it done! If you are looking for a professional approach to beautify your yard, I highly recommend Chris, Will, and their team for the project!
John Olsen
We hired Just Add Water to create a waterfall feature in our backyard. What we didn’t expect was the overwhelming beauty that happened when they were finished!
Chris came to our house on a Sunday, no less, to plan our design, and his crew worked on a Saturday after a long week to do our project. Amazing, stunning, and much more than we ever dreamed! Professional, and over-the-top design, you won’t be disappointed!!
Joan Campbell
All I can say is WOW! This company is comprised of a group of professional gentlemen who care about what they do. From the first call to the final walkthrough, we couldn’t have been more pleased.
The end result is far better than what we could have imagined. If you’re looking for a quality company to design and care for your water feature in Iowa, call Just Add Water.
Kasi Koehler