Koi ponds, waterfalls, natural swim ponds, landscaping and outdoor lighting, designed and built by Brian Hoagland and his crew out of Belmont since 2002. Our prices are published, and the owner is still on the job site.
About us
Water is the center of our work, and the landscape around it is how we make a pond look like it was always there. We have been a Master Certified Aquascape Contractor since 2009, and our ponds use the proven ecosystem parts: skimmer, biofalls, EPDM liner over underlayment, rock, gravel and plants.
We also know the ground here. Piedmont red clay, rock at shallow depth on some Gaston County lots, mature oaks that drop a season's worth of leaves into the water, humid summers and the occasional hard freeze. We build ponds at least 2 feet deep for this climate, and we plan for the leaves before they land.
Skimmer and biofalls filtration, character boulders and fish caves that give koi somewhere to hide from herons.
Brian and his team installed a 16' stream with multiple drops into a 16'x11' pond in the rear of our property and we can't speak more highly on the quality of the work. ... Quality work from quality people...highly recommend.
William S.Google review, 2022
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From $9,195 for a 6x8 pond with waterfall (electrical not included).
A pond you swim in, kept clear by plants and a wetland filter instead of chlorine.
The landscape design is incredible, the swim pond is magical.
Keith P.Google review, 2024
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Priced site by site.
The sound of moving water with the reservoir hidden under gravel, so there is no open water for kids, pets or leaves to fall into.
We considered a pondless waterfall for about 5 years before actually doing it. I don’t know why we waited. We love the water feature and the natural landscaping.
KarenGoogle review, 2023
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Pondless waterfalls from $6,000.
Stacked slate urns, basalt columns and spillways that recirculate from a hidden basin, sized for a patio or front walk.
We bought an older home several years ago that had both a fountain and a small decorative pond in the backyard. Both needed some work to make them functional. Hoaglandscape assessed what we had; designed improvements for both; and rebuilt them based on the new designs.
Reeves M.Google review, 2023
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From $5,935.
Native, low-maintenance plantings and big specimen boulders in place of sheared shrubs and tall hollies.
Because I have lots of trees ( think woods) it was challenging coming up with a design that can thrive in shade and not be Deer Candy. In addition to plants, he designed a beautiful pondless waterfall which is the focal point of the back yard.
Kathe A.Google review, 2023
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Light on the waterfalls, steps and paths so the feature works after dark, and so you can see where you are walking.
Spring drain and clean, mid-summer service and fall netting before the oaks let go.
Hoaglandscape returns each year to clean and service both water features. Not only were we impressed with Hoaglandscape's initial work but also with their on-going maintenance program.
Reeves M.Google review, 2023
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Annual packages from $1,980.
Leak tracing, liner and underlayment replacement, skimmer and pump upgrades, and full rebuilds of ponds someone else installed.
Brian, took a bad experience with my first contractor, and came to our rescue with beautiful results. Brian is a true artist, and knows his profession. Job well done, thank you.
Greg M.Google review, 2023
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Rebuild it, enlarge it, fix how it was built, or turn it into something easier to live with. Pond renovation for homeowners across Charlotte, Belmont, Gastonia, Lake Norman and Lake Wylie.
We had a small water feature, needing repair, and decided to enhance the area with additional water design. It was a fairly small area to work in, but Brian had a vision and what a difference it made to our yard.
Nancy R.Google review, 2023
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Landscaping and lighting
Native, low-maintenance plantings with real texture and color, anchored by big specimen boulders. Because we also build ponds, waterfalls and landscapes, we design the lighting as part of the whole yard, not as an afterthought bolted on at the end.
Signature
A swim pond is a different kind of project. It is built like a mountain lake: open water deep enough to swim and a planted wetland filtration zone (sometimes called a regeneration zone) that keeps the water clear without chlorine. At “The Resort,” our swim pond in Belmont, the grandchildren swim with the koi.
We created Hoaglandscape Signature for homeowners considering one. Every project is site-specific, so pricing is part of a complimentary design conversation with Brian. As a frame of reference, the build cost generally overlaps the range of a quality gunite pool. Before you call, the swim pond guide answers most of the first questions.
Why Hoaglandscape
Brian Hoagland, founder
The owner is still on the job. Brian started Hoaglandscape in 2002 as a one-man crew with a Toyota Tacoma. The truck has passed 350,000 miles and he is still driving it to job sites. When you call, you talk to him.
Master Certified since 2009. That credential comes from Aquascape, the manufacturer whose ecosystem pond system we build with. It means our ponds are built to a proven standard, not improvised.
Prices you can see before you call. Our starting prices for ponds, pondless waterfalls, fountains and maintenance are on this site. You will know whether we fit your budget before anyone visits.
Hoaglandscape Rocks! Brian is a hard rock fan, and the name stuck because big specimen boulders are our signature. We pair them with native plants that handle Charlotte summers without constant pruning.
Service after the sale. The same company that builds your pond can clean it every spring, net it every fall and fix it if something goes wrong.
Real warranties. Every job carries a one-year workmanship warranty, and plantings carry a one-year plant warranty. We are state licensed and insured, and financing is available.
Pricing
Most pond contractors won't talk numbers until you've sat through a sales consultation. We think that's backwards. Here is where our packages start:
Starting prices assume normal access. What moves a number up is usually length of stream, the size of the boulders, how far a machine has to travel to reach the backyard, rock we hit while digging, and electrical work, which is not included. Every package is listed on our pond and water feature pricing page.
Price explorer
Starting at
$9,195
(6x8 with waterfall) to $122,500 (25x30 with stream, wetland filter and intake bay)
Starting at
$6,000
(mini, 4 ft, 2 drops) to $60,000 (40 ft, up to 5 drops)
Starting at
$5,935
(spillway or basalt column) to $17,945 (set of 3 urns)
Starting at
$1,980 / year
per year
Electrical not included. Financing available.
See PricingRecent work
A swimming pond the grandchildren share with the koi, with a wetland filter, four decks and a cedar Japanese tea house.
View projectA 6x5 pond with a 4 foot stream rebuilt as a 12x6 pond with an 8 foot stream and three waterfalls, finished in time for the owners' Christmas party.
View projectA 10x12 koi pond on the Catawba River that runs partly under the house, with a fish cave to keep herons and raccoons away.
View projectGoogle reviews
Brian and his team installed a 16' stream with multiple drops into a 16'x11' pond in the rear of our property and we can't speak more highly on the quality of the work. All the way through from consultation to post-install follow ups and check -ins, Brian and...
5 stars
Google review, 2022
Brian, took a bad experience with my first contractor, and came to our rescue with beautiful results. Brian is a true artist, and knows his profession. Job well done, thank you.
5 stars
Google review, 2023
We bought an older home several years ago that had both a fountain and a small decorative pond in the backyard. Both needed some work to make them functional. Hoaglandscape assessed what we had; designed improvements for both; and rebuilt them based on the new...
5 stars
Google review, 2023
We considered a pondless waterfall for about 5 years before actually doing it. I don’t know why we waited. We love the water feature and the natural landscaping. When I’m away I truly cannot wait to get back to my serenity spot. Beautiful, calming and soul...
5 stars
Google review, 2023
Brian redid a lot of landscaping on my property. Because I have lots of trees ( think woods) it was challenging coming up with a design that can thrive in shade and not be Deer Candy. In addition to plants, he designed a beautiful pondless waterfall which is...
5 stars
Google review, 2023
Brian and his crew were efficient, professional and knowledgeable. We had a small water feature, needing repair, and decided to enhance the area with additional water design. It was a fairly small area to work in, but Brian had a vision and what a difference...
5 stars
Google review, 2023
Fill out a short form and pick a 30 minute phone call. He will ask about the yard, what you picture and your budget, and tell you honestly whether it makes sense.
We walk the property, check access, slope, trees and drainage, and give you a written plan and price.
Our crew builds it, we walk you through how it works, and we stay available for service after the sale.
Service area
We are based in Belmont and work across Mecklenburg, Gaston and York (SC) counties:
If your town is not listed, ask. See all service areas.
Questions
Our koi pond packages start at $9,195 for a 6x8 pond with a waterfall and run to $122,500 for a 25x30 pond with a stream, wetland filter and intake bay. Electrical is not included. Final price depends on size, stream length, boulder size, access to the backyard and what we hit when digging. Every package is listed on our pond pricing page, and financing is available.
If you want fish, water lilies and a place to sit and watch, you want a pond. If you mostly want the sound of moving water with less upkeep and no open water for small children or pets, a pondless waterfall is the better fit. Pondless waterfalls start at $6,000.
Yes. We regularly fix and rebuild ponds installed by someone else. Common problems are slow leaks around the waterfall, liners laid without underlayment, undersized skimmers and pumps, and ponds too shallow for our winters. We trace the cause first, then tell you whether a repair or a rebuild makes more sense.
Yes. Our work carries a one-year workmanship warranty, and plants we install carry a one-year plant warranty. Financing is available on new builds, so a larger pond or a longer stream does not have to wait. We are state licensed and insured, and we hold a BBB A+ rating.
We are headquartered in Belmont and serve Mecklenburg, Gaston and York (SC) counties. That includes Charlotte, Belmont, Gastonia, Mount Holly, Lake Norman, Lake Wylie and the surrounding towns. If you are just outside that area, call anyway. We will tell you straight whether we can take the job.
Get started
The first step is a conversation with Brian. Call 980-522-6166, Monday to Saturday, 8am to 6pm, or start online.
