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Mechanical Weed Removal
Fast, Effective Aquatic Vegetation Control—Without Chemicals. Ideal for restoring open water, improving circulation, and reclaiming the function and appearance of your lake or pond.
What is mechanical weed removal?
Mechanical weed removal uses aquatic harvesting boats equipped with cutting bars and conveyor systems to physically remove nuisance and invasive plants from the waterbody. By removing vegetation rather than treating it chemically, nutrients stored in plant biomass are permanently taken out of the system.
Ideal For:
- Private lakes and residential ponds
- HOA and community waterbodies
- Golf course lakes and water features
- Municipal ponds, canals and drainage systems
- Areas where chemical treatments are restricted or undesirable
Plants Commonly Removed
Mechanical weed removal is ideal for restoring open water, improving circulation, and reclaiming the function and appearance of your lake or pond. Target species include:
- Hydrilla – an aggressive submerged plant that crowds out native vegetation and blocks sunlight
- Coontail – dense underwater growth that tangles fishing lines and reduces oxygen levels
- Water hyacinth – floating mats that cover the surface and restrict water flow
- Cattails – tall, emergent plants that encroach on shorelines and limit access
- Napier grass & other shoreline weeds – fast-growing vegetation that reduces open water and restricts recreational use
- Floating and submerged algae – mats that cloud water, block sunlight, and disrupt aquatic ecosystems
Skilled Employees
All of our staff are highly trained in their responsibilities, from degree-holding science professionals to licensed applicators and experienced repair technicians.
325+ Years Combined Experience
With 325+ years of combined experience, we are leaders in pond and lake management specialized in bespoke algae control.
Science-Driven Specialists
Our 110+ biologists understand the delicate dynamics of aquatic ecosystems and maintain a balance of health and beauty.
Why choose mechanical weed removal?
Mechanical removal is a fast, natural solution for lakes and ponds struggling with heavy vegetation. It’s especially effective for surface mats, dense submerged growth, and shoreline overgrowth, and it pairs well with long-term lake management strategies.
Key Benefits
- Immediate, visible improvement
- No chemicals or water-use restrictions
- Improves water flow and circulation
- Reduces nutrient buildup that fuels regrowth
- Enhances recreation, access, and aesthetics
- Targeted control with minimal disruption
Reviews
They are always helpful and nice. They told me exactly how to treat my pond!
Linda W.
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We had Jones treat our pond for a growth of algae. It was a mess. They safely got rid of it while not harming our fish and other wildlife.
Roy N.
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Still need some things answered?
Mechanical Weed Removal
Mechanical weed removal physically cuts and removes aquatic vegetation using specialized harvesting equipment, providing immediate improvement without chemicals. We use specialized equipment, including Weedoo Boats and Marsh Masters, to access tough to reach areas.
Common targets include hydrilla, coontail, water hyacinth, cattails, napier grass, and floating or submerged algae.
Results are immediate—open water is restored, circulation improves, and nuisance plants are removed within days.
Yes, the method is environmentally responsible and minimizes impact on fish and other aquatic life.
Frequency depends on plant growth and nutrient levels, but regular maintenance can prevent major overgrowth and recurring problems.
Mechanical removal is a natural alternative and can be combined with other lake management strategies to reduce or eliminate the need for herbicides.
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