SERVICE CONTRACT AGREEMENT

Services are based on the size, type, and amount of equipment used in the aquarium. A flat-rate fee applies unless otherwise noted.

Service Frequency

• Service will be performed weekly or bi-weekly, as agreed upon.

Included Services

• Clean aquarium glass

• Change and wash filter socks (socks provided by the client)

• Replace fleece if needed (fleece provided by the client)

• Verify all equipment is functioning properly, including:

  • Heaters

  • Chillers

  • Pumps

  • Dosing systems

• Clean protein skimmer (if present)

• Clean media reactors (if present)

• Clean all filtration systems (e.g., canisters, sumps, hang-on-back filters)

• Clean UV sterilizers

• Perform water testing weekly, including:

  • Alkalinity

  • Calcium

  • Magnesium

  • Phosphates (low and ultra-low)

  • Salinity

  • pH

  • Ammonia

  • Nitrites and Nitrates

• Labor for water changes

• Clean aquarium lights and any equipment used on or around the tank as needed

• Recommend livestock levels and compatible species

• Equipment recommendations within a set budget

• PAR meter light setup (intensity, spectrum, and day/night cycles based on the light type, number of lights, and output)

Optional / Additional Services (Fees Apply)

• Specialty water tests available upon request

• Monthly or weekly water quality reports upon request

• Salt mix and RODI water (available for purchase)

• Media replacement (carbon, phosphate remover, etc.)

• Algae treatment and aiptasia removal

• Supply of all consumables (e.g., food, test kits, additives)

• Emergency service calls, billed separately:

  • Set base fee plus materials, equipment, and labor time

• ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma) testing available upon request

Water Testing Philosophy

Water testing is a critical part of maintaining a healthy saltwater, reef, FOWLR, brackish, or freshwater system. I use only high-quality, hobby-grade test kits selected for accuracy, reliability, and ease of use. ICP testing is also available for in-depth water analysis.