Reef tank maintenance in Reno and Sparks

A typical visit

• Water change with salt mixed and matched to your tank.
• Tests for alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate and phosphate, logged over time.
• Cleaning the glass, overflow and sump, plus the skimmer cup and filter media.
• Checking pumps, heaters and probes, and adjusting dosing if needed. If you have a controller, I check its controller and alerts too.
• A quick look at every coral and fish, with notes on anything to watch.

Schedules

Weekly, every other week, or monthly, depending on the system and how much you like to do yourself. I also cover vacation feeding and checks.

Service area: Reno, Sparks and Lake Tahoe

I cover Reno and Sparks, and Lake Tahoe and other nearby areas if you ask.

Pricing

Price depends on tank size, schedule and drive time, so I quote after I've seen the tank or photos. There's no price list. Every quote is written for your tank.

If something's off between visits, a troubleshooting session is the faster route. If you're adding livestock, I can follow your stocking plan on visits.

Common questions

How often should a reef tank be serviced?

I offer weekly, every-other-week or monthly visits. The right schedule depends on the system and how much you like to do yourself, so I suggest one after seeing the tank or a few photos. I also cover vacation feeding and checks while you're away, in Reno, Sparks and Lake Tahoe.

What happens during a reef tank maintenance visit?

Each visit includes a water change with matched salt, tests for alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate and phosphate logged over time, glass, overflow and sump cleaning, skimmer and filter media care, pump, heater and probe checks, and a look at every coral and fish. You get notes after every visit.

Do you service reef tanks at Lake Tahoe?

Yes, on request. Reno and Sparks are my regular service area, and Lake Tahoe and other nearby areas depend on schedule and drive time. Send the tank size, setup and a few photos through the request form and I'll tell you whether a regular schedule works for your location.

How much does reef tank maintenance cost in Reno?

It depends on tank size, visit schedule and drive time, so every quote is written for the tank. Send the tank size, your setup and a few photos through the request form, and I'll reply with a quote after seeing the photos or the tank itself.