How Much Does A Water Feature Cost?

One of the most common questions we get asked is, “How much does it cost to install a water feature?” The simple answer is that it depends! There are a lot of factors that go into determining the best type of water feature for your lifestyle.

What factors go into the price of a water feature?

Here are some questions you should ask before getting started:

Buying a water feature can be like car shopping. There are different types and each model has unique options. You can start with a basic, introductory-level Honda, or you can upgrade to the Cadillac with heated leather seats, Bose stereo, sunroof, and shiny chrome rims.

And like the auto industry, you get what you pay for with water features. A brand-new Toyota is going to cost more than a 20-year-old Chevy. But the reliability and low maintenance of the new Toyota will quickly make up for what you might have saved on the old Chevy. We’ve had multiple experiences where a homeowner thought they were saving by hiring a lower-priced contractor, only to find themselves spending more in the long run on maintenance and repairs. Sometimes, they even had to completely renovate their water feature! Whether hiring a contractor or doing it yourself, make sure you do diligent research before installation.

What’s the price of a water feature?

Now let’s talk money. Good Earth Water Gardens offers a wide range of ponds, waterfalls, and fountainscapes that can be seen in our Pricing Guide . Let’s break down a few examples to show how these prices work. One very common pond size is our Lotus Pond Package (pictured above). It starts at just under $25,000. This package is an 11’ x 16’ ecosystem pond that has a depth of about two feet and a waterfall spilling directly into the pond. There’s a lot of flexibility with this package. You can add larger boulders, a 10’ stream, underwater night lighting, a plant and fish package, fish caves, and upgraded filtration. Depending on what you add to it, pricing can go up to the $30,000-$35,000 range. Our pondless or disappearing waterfalls offer the tranquil sights and sounds of running water, but are a little lower maintenance because there is no pond. Our Ripple package starts at just under $7,000 and looks great in a compact setting. However, using it on a large hillside may not give the desired effect.