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i have a job to do using Sh. there is a garden pond within 5 feet from edge of home which has goldfish and very nice koi. what concerns should i have?

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I had the same situation on my first roof.  we took the fish out of the pond and covered the area several feet past the edge of the pond.  the home owner trated the water with a chlorine neutralizer which they use when they add tap water to it.  I would guess every one with a fish pond would have that on hand.  Anyway the fish are still living and the homeowner was satisfied with the job.



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I have dealt with ponds in the past as well. I cover with a big blue tarp, after watering the surrounding area. Just be as careful as you can with overspray on that side of the house.


Haven't killed one yet!

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Kevin dont forget to add your signature buddie. We just like to know who everyone is. I havent had this predicament before so from experience I cant help you. What I have heard is the tarping of the pond, like said already. I remember reading that one time the tarping didnt work. If just washing a roof dont be so crazy with the spray. Use common sense. Take your time on that side of the house. Bag the downspout, though I never have once yet. You should be ok? (I'm using a 2gpm delavan). Just use common sense with your wash. Always think about what is going where.

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i have a job to do using Sh. there is a garden pond within 5 feet from edge of home which has goldfish and very nice koi. what concerns should i have?



That they will become floaters!!!

I have killed Gold Fish and Koi...It can become very expensive. Cover them up and be careful. 



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Maybe also add a pole for the middle of the pond and then tarp it, kinda making a tent. It should help from pooling of the SH and any chance of the SH leaking thru.

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Koi and Goldfish will Die DEAD, and float ! Got to be careful, and the answers in this thread are good ones. I once killed 3 out of 25 Koi, went and replaced them, broght the fish over, and had a Gun pulled on me !! The guy was "attached" to the fish I killed, called me an environmental criminal, ran me off his property! Then, months later, he called to tell my the replacement fish were a reincarnation of the dead one !!  Thought about Baker Acting the old guy ....

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thanks for the input guys. i cleaned the roof on tuesday and used tarps to cover the pond. so far so good. NO FLOATERS.

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