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A healthy fish tank means healthy and happy fish. vilano pets in Salt Lake City, UT has all the tools and the devices to keep that tank in great shape. Our team has the experience and knowledge to answer your questions about aquarium maintenance and help you pick the best products to make the job a breeze.

Anybody can maintain a clean and healthy aquarium. It's not a difficult task, but it does call for regular focus and the right materials. There are daily and weekly tasks along with the crucial job of tank cleaning with partial water adjustments.

Everyday, after you feed your fish, remove uneaten food after about five minutes. Also, examine your fish to ensure they are healthy and are behaving normally. Lastly, it's important to check the water temperature. Each week, check the pH, nitrite, nitrate, and ammonia levels. If it's a saltwater tank, check the salinity. Also, check out equipment such as lights and filters to see that everything is functioning properly.

How frequently should you clean the tank? How much of the water do you need to replace? It depends on the dimension of the tank, the number of fish, and whether it's saltwater. Generally, you need to swap out 10-20% of the water every one to three weeks. 

Follow these steps in your routine cleaning:

Prepare replacement water. If you use tap water, use a water filter to get rid of toxic substances. For saltwater, you'll need special reverse osmosis/deionized water.

Unplug electrical components & remove large accessories.

Siphon water into a container. Siphon along the gravel to remove the waste that accumulates there. If you correctly control the circulation with your thumb or a built-in regulator, waste will be sucked out and gravel will fall back into the tank.

Remove algae. Use an algae-cleaning device to help.

Clean your filter. For filters such as a sponge, ceramic rings, and fiber, wash them in the water you removed and quickly reinstall} them to prevent losing important microorganisms. Filters that contain carbon and other absorbers will need to be regularly replaced.

Add the replacement water.

Clean your tank's exterior with an appropriate cleaner and towel.

As you can see, the right devices and products are critical. Thankfully, vilano pets in Salt Lake City, UT understands what's needed and is your one-stop-shop for all your tank maintenance needs. Call or stop by our store today!