Aquarium Design Maintenance
Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Maintenance in Tampa Bay
Serving Hernando, Citrus, Pasco, Hillsborough, and Pinellas Counties
At Holy Grail Corals, we keep your saltwater and reef aquariums crystal-clear, stable, and thriving. From nano reefs to large show systems, our white-glove maintenance prevents problems before they start—so you enjoy the beauty without the hassle.
Why Choose Holy Grail Corals?
- A holistic approach: Health and stability above all. We target long-term balance, not band-aids.
- Coral expertise: HGC has extensive experience with farming live coral as well as importing and conditioning of wild corals. This experience has helped us understand the nuance of LPS, SPS, and soft corals.
- Clean, careful, consistent: Tidy work, detailed logs, and dependable schedules.
- Full-service capability: Design, installation, livestock, equipment, and emergency support—one trusted partner.
What’s Included In Maintenance
Water Quality & Stability
- On-site testing: Salinity, temp, pH, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate (others as needed)
- Precision adjustments and dosing (alk/Ca/Mg/)
- RO/DI top-off inspection and calibration
Cleaning & Aesthetics
- Glass/acrylic cleaning (inside & out)
- Algae management and detritus removal
- Sandbed grooming (as appropriate)
Hardware & Filtration
- Protein skimmer, pumps, and powerheads cleaned and tuned
- Filter socks/pads/sponges replaced
- Media change: carbon, GFO, phosphate removers, resin (as needed)
- Controller health checks; firmware/alerts reviewed
Livestock Health
- Coral inspection: polyp extension, tissue, pests, placement, and flow/light optimization
- Fish and invertebrate health checks; feeding plan and nutrition guidance
- Quarantine and acclimation guidance for new additions
Documentation
- On-site log with parameters, work performed, notes, and recommendations
Service Plans
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Weekly (Best for SPS-heavy / high-bio-load display tanks)
Maximum stability and hands-off convenience. -
Biweekly (Most Popular)
Excellent balance for mixed reefs and fish-only with live rock (FOWLR). -
Monthly (Low-demand systems)
Ideal for mature, lightly stocked tanks with robust automation.
Need something unique? We customize plans for every system.
Add-On Services
- Custom tank design & custom installation (rimless, peninsula, office displays, built-ins). We regularly work with contractors, interior designer to conceptualize and execute the aquarium of your dreams.
- Equipment sales and installation
- Emergency visits (leaks, equipment failure, chemistry swings)
- Deep cleans & “reset” services
- Aquascape design (open rockwork, negative space, coral mounting)
- Pest management (aiptasia, flatworms, algae guidance and protocols)
- Controller setup/tuning (Apex, Hydros), auto-water-change systems
- Livestock sourcing (healthy fish, inverts, and premium corals)
- Lighting audits & PAR mapping, flow optimization
- Training and consultations, we can teach you how to successfully keep marine aquariums.
Our Maintenance Process
- Consultation & Audit – We review goals, livestock, equipment, and challenges.
- Stability Plan – You receive a maintenance schedule, parameter targets, and dosing strategy.
- Baseline Reset (if needed) – Deep clean, media refresh, and parameter alignment.
- Routine Care – Consistent visits with proactive adjustments.
- Review & Refine – Quarterly mini-audit to keep the system evolving with your reef.
Who We Service
- Homes, offices, medical & dental, restaurants, lobbies, schools
- Fish-only, mixed reefs, SPS/LPS-dominant, frag systems, and show displays
Service Area (On-Site)
Hernando, Citrus, Pasco, Hillsborough, and Pinellas Counties, including (not limited to):
Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, New Port Richey, Spring Hill, Brooksville, Homosassa, Inverness, Palm Harbor, Largo, Seminole, and surrounding communities.
FAQs
Do you work with existing setups?
Yes. We onboard established systems all the time and stabilize them before routine care.
Can you add livestock and corals for me?
Absolutely. We source healthy fish and premium corals, then acclimate and place them correctly.
Do you offer emergency service?
Yes—priority support is available for maintenance clients.
How often should my reef be serviced?
High-demand reefs (especially SPS) perform best with weekly visits; most mixed reefs are ideal at biweekly.
Can you help with nuisance algae or pests?
Yes. We combine husbandry, nutrient control, and targeted treatments to solve the root cause.
Ready to Enjoy a Flawless Reef?
Tell us about your aquarium, location, and goals. We’ll recommend the perfect plan and get you on the schedule.
Call/Text: 727-505-2323
Email: HolyGrailCorals@gmail.com
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