Well thank you...I appreciate that. I'm just making videos for fun and to possibly help some people out. I've always found that life is a bit easier if you don't take yourself too seriously :)
Thanks for watching! As a disclaimer, I would like to mention that you should ALWAYS use a water conditioner such as AquaSafe when adding tap water to your aquarium. I am lucky enough to be in a location where our tap water is free from most harmful chemicals, but for most people that is not the case. Sorry for leaving this out of the video, and good luck with your aquarium at home!
@@caroa.2230 I have always have a good experience with Aquasafe, so that's my go to... That being said, I haven't used the API conditioner, but in general, I think API makes good products, especially in the freshwater space. Hope this helps!
Woah.. your video was so easy to watch and understand without hurting my brain! You made something most people would make very difficult looking to something that was a piece of cake! Thank you! I’m glad I clicked on your link big time!
thank you for your help. I am starting my own 10 gallon tank today and have many questions. My dream is to eventually graduate to Saltwater tank. first, I must startoff on smaller scale. But still very important....... these little guys are counting on us to do the right things.
Definitely! Glad to hear you are starting a tank. I actually just checked out your video today and the tank is looking pretty nice! See how you like keeping the tank for a while and then maybe make the leap to saltwater :) Good luck!
I found this video very helpful, better than some of the others out there. I just started a new aquarium last week, I'm doing my first water change for a 20 gallon so this is what I needed. I only have one betta in and one decoration so I shouldn't have very many problems lol. Thank you!
The Fish Tank Guy Yeah, I had him in a fish bowl but he got clamped fins and just looked kinda fuzzy or blurry. I put him in the 20 gallon and he looks so much better. I plan on getting him tankmates, there's so much room! First time fish owner 🤗
I recommend you get him a few luffy buddies its moss balls and live plants those plastic ones will wound its fins You could also add snails and some shrimp to help clean the plants and glass and use a heater Betta's need to be at least at 78 degrees they come from warm waters not cold. I raise betta's myself I think they are smart and beautiful.
Oh I forgot they need a hiding place but never add anything that has not been treated to be in a tank and never add real shells my friend killed all his fish that way. I have though used a pv pipe part before.
I've been researching as I go and that was my next step, moss balls and real plants! I've also ordered 6 small schooling fish. And I planned on getting ghost/glass shrimp and maybe some zebra snails? If I can find them. I also purchased my betta a "hammock", it's just a big rubber leaf. I got the heater before I put him in the 20 gallon 😆
can you explain more on how to do that and how long? I know you add the dechlorinater to the new water ... but how do you mix it in before adding it to the tank?
Add the conditioner to the existing tank water before adding the new water. That’s what all the professionals do, so that’s what I do. I don’t see why adding it to the we are adding would be a huge issue though. I use seachem prime. With prime, you can add up to I believe 6 times the dosage and it will still be completely safe. So I just add a capful to my 45 gallon tank water which is enough for something like 50-60 gallons. Then add the water and everything is good. Seachem prime also removes a bunch of other toxic elements that may be in the tap water, as tap water varies in make up depending on the treatment facility and existing water per meters of your municipality. Definitely want to be conditioning water though. Chlorine is bad for fish and that is not debatable. Chlorine can also crash a tank by killing bacteria especially on a newer tank. This guy is giving some horrible advice on that part. It will effect the longevity and health of the fish if you add direct tap water and in some cases just flat out kill your fish.
Just put my betta in its new 2.5 gallon tank yesterday after much time of waiting to buy a tank. I'm a new fish owner so I'm taking things step by step. This video really helped. Thank you
One of the best water change vids I have ever seen, and that is a beautiful tank....can def see the gravel "junk" getting taken up... Thanks for this video, you do an awesome job showing us how to do this!
Thank you for a clear and easy to understand tutorial. It will be my first time to use my siphon gadget to do water change in my 10 gallon fish tank, and you just answered the questions I have in my mind....thank you, my dear friend!
Thank you for sharing your routine, I’m paranoid I’m going to cause my fish irreversible damage. It was reassuring to watch your video so that I know what to do when I clean my fish tank!
Instead of gravel, I have fine sand, but Im afraid if I vacuum the sand it will just suck up and not sink back down, will this happen or not and if it will how can I prevent it? Tysm!
Well, I've avoided fine sand just for this reason. It's very difficult and you will always pull some sand up with the yucky stuff. A slightly larger tube will encourage the lighter particles to get sucked up and leave the sand. Put the tube in the sand, watch the yucks fly up, then kink the hose and let the sand fall back down.
I completely changed the water and moved my glofish to a smaller tank. Do I need to start the process as a new tank and wait 7 days adding the stabilizer before put in them back? Thanks for the info. Will follow your guide next time.
Thank you for the info. I recently became the owner of an orphaned tank and fish that was way overdue for cleaning. I am going to look for a tank syphon and a new filter to at least get me started
I bought my first 10 gallon tank. I’ve never taken care of fish but I am freaking out when it comes to cleaning the tank and the whole water change. I don’t want my glo fish to die!!
Don't worry, you'll do just fine. Don't replace a ton of water, try to get the temperature of the new water close to that of the aquarium, and be sure to condition the water. You'll be fine! :)
Thanks for this. I just got a new tank and was wondering how I would change the water. This is great information. Really appreciate your time making this
New fish owner here! Fount this video useful thank you so much I didn't know how I was going to start cleaning the tank lol I've never had fish in my life but my daughter wanted some so here I am doing research on how to properly care for her fish an the tank. I do have a question however where I live I wouldn't be able to add water just from the tap. How would I do that should I prepare the water before adding it ? Also its 3rd day of switching the fish from one tank to a bigger one but the water since then has gotten a lil foggy what should I do? An help is greatly appreciated
You'll definitely want to invest in some Tetra Water Conditioner, you can add that to your tank and hopefully it will clear up any issues you might have. Depending on how poor your water is, you can use the water conditioner and you'll be fine. If you can't use tap water, you'll want to buy reverse osmosis water from the grocery store. It's about 85 cents a gallon :) Good luck!
Thank you! You made me feel a little better about using tap water in my fresh water tank. I was stressing that I need to use all these chemicals before using the water.
You do need to use water conditioner before putting tap water into the tank! Without it the fish will be slowly (or quickly) poisoned by chlorine and chloramines. It's a mistake a lot of people make, so it's understandable! Treating the tapwater will help your fish live their best life without suffering from chlorine burns
Yes....some people have pristine water from the tap, but most do not. Where I grew up, we had excellent well water and it wasn't necessary to add water conditioner, but I would recommend you do just to be safe.
Very good tutorial, I feel comfortable going to do my first water change. I do have a question. When you say established tank and only needing to change your filter every few months instead of monthly, how long is the tank need to be up and running for the status "established"?
Excellent question...unfortunately I don't have a simple answer for you. It depends on the bioload in your tank, but I would say we're talking 6 months to 1 year.
If you have no fish in the tank while you are cycling, you'll want to do your water change after your cycle is complete. You want bacteria to build up in your tank during cycling and changing the water out will decrease the amount of bacteria building up. Good luck!
Dear Sir: The video was very informative and enjoyable. Although guppies are very hardy and can withstand the chlorine in an over 50% water change (don’t forget to subtract water displaced by the gravel and decorations) I’m sure that much chlorine is very uncomfortable for them, in particular “burning” their gills. Dechlorinators don’t actually remove chlorine from the water, but strengthen the “slime coat” on the fish. For their comfort, I would add “dechlorinator” when doing this large of a water change. Replacing the filter cartridge in a hang-on-the-back filter is expensive and counter-productive. It would be better to “optimize” the filter by using a sponge specifically made for aquarium use that fills as much of the compartment in the hang-on-the-back filter meant for a disposable filter cartridge as possible. That way, rather than having to purchase replacement filter cartridges, you can simply wring the sponge out in the used aquarium water from the water change, getting as much of the detritus out of it as possible, without killing off the beneficial bacteria which complete the nitrogen cycle for the tank. Additionally, the more frequently you do water changes (preferably at about 10 to 20%) the better conditions will be for the fish. I'd recommend small water changes at least every couple of weeks. To each his own, but I would recommend a backdrop for this tank. It will add a dimension of depth, making it more ascetically appealing and also give the fish an added feeling of security. You did a very nice job of this video and I applaud your efforts. Thank you for welcoming constructive criticism. Your fish look health and happy and that is the main point of the hobby. Thank you. Sincerely, New Subscriber, E. J. Brinegar
EJ! Firstly, thanks for becoming a new subscriber, I really appreciate it! Secondly, thank you for a constructive, well-written comment. I'm happy to get your feedback and you make a lot of great points. Where I'm located I have very good tap water, so I don't always feel the need to use dechlorinator, but I often will still. I should have highlighted that aspect of water changes a bit more in this video. As for the larger volume of water, I tend waver on performing regular maintenance. Sometimes I get 20% every couple weeks, but if I miss a few, I'll do a larger change, but I do know that smaller more frequent changes are preferred. As for the filter cartridge...I never thought of using an aquarium sponge instead!! That's a great word of advice. Someone actually asked me about replacing filter cartridges at all...to which I replied I'm going to do some research and answer the question on my next podcast, but I think the alternative of using a sponge is pretty awesome. Thanks for commenting!
Declorinators do remove chlorine and Chloramine by binding to them rendering them harmless. Chlorine itself will evaporate if the water sits for a short while. This is why water departments went to using Chloramine which does not break down the way chlorine does. Yes most water conditioners do have additives to help the slime coat but that's not why declorinators are used. If you fail to treat your water to remove Chloramine you'll have dead fish. While chlorine alone will breakdown quickly prolonged exposure will damage the gills, fins, and immune system killing the fish. This is especially true to many fish that require high quality water. Great video my friend love the tank!
Okay, so what you are saying is to take out the Filter and replace it with a Sponge. AND then when it comes to water changes remove whatever % of water and rinse out the sponge in that water and put it back because it has good bacteria that will colonize the new water you just added in your water change?????
Dear Christine Grimmond: Beneficial bacteria grows on all of the submerged surfaces in an aquarium. Using a sponge that fills the chamber maximizes the number of bacteria that come in contact with the tank water, as is passes through the sponge. A filter cartridge doesn't have as much surface area; clogs quickly; and, can't be used indefinitely. When you first put a sponge in the filter, it has to be colonized by bacteria. It is helpful to leave the used, filter cartridge in the tank for several days to give bacteria time to migrate to the sponge. Wring the sponge out in used aquarium water, when necessary, so that much of the bacteria remains in the sponge. Using chlorinated water would kill the bacteria. Thank you for your interest. Sincerely, E. J. Brinegar
Yes, that is a best practice. Where I was living when I made the video I had exceptional tap water, but I always recommended folks condition tap water when doing a water change or starting a tank!
Yeah, your the 1st video and the last video I need to see to clean my tank! Answered all my questions and was a short video, my opinion. Please tell me where you got your gravel vacuum. I looked on amazon and they all have open wide mouths. Don’t wanna suck up the gravel.
? Have a 10 gallon freshwater as well but water has been cloudy it cleared up for about a day its now been bout a week and has been cloudy if u move a plant or such u cam see debries floating all over would u say already time to clean?
We did exactly this because we spoke to the fish experts at persmart and our fish died while we were doing the change...we were devastated. We had about 3 weeks with the fish and did 2 water changes only bc the water was very cloudy. What did we do wrong 😭
Did you use water conditioner? What temperature was your tank at? There are a lot of factors that cause fish to die, but likely they are stressed in some way.
Hey I have a 10 gallon fresh water tank. This is my 1st fish tank and I've had it for a month. I can see some some of the water has evaporated.Does this mean I should go ahead and do a water change?
+TRILLER J you'll need to find a water change schedule that works for you. Some people have gotten upset that I don't do a Freshwater water change every two weeks... I can go months, but my system is stable. Once a month should be ok especially if your fish don't look stressed. Water evaporation isn't a sign you need a water change though, it's just a sign you need to add some water 😊
Lil is right, at the end of the video I mention dechlorinator...where I'm at, the tap water is good enough for freshwater setups, but you'll want to use one just to be safe. My favorite is AquaSafe: amzn.to/2RBMymF
Videos awesome it was a big help I don’t know how much water conditioner to put in for a specific amount if you could give me any tips on how to figure that out that would be awesome just don’t know if you can add too much
As long as you don't go crazy, I don't believe you can put too much in. Every conditioner out there will have guidelines and directions on the label as to how much you'd need to use. More than likely it's just a capful whenever you do a water change. Hope this helps.
Hi so how long after do you put your new fish in and how many fish for 12 litre tank gold fish and how many water changes do you use ph strips thank you for video KEEP SAFE
Not all cleaner fish are created equal. I would give it a week or two and see what you think. If the glass is gathering on the glass, get yourself a magnet cleaner :)
Pet store scammed you by the way they dont really clean at all they poop more then they clean and get huge please do your research before getting a fish.
This is definitely a question that I cannot answer! It all boils down to personal preference and what you like to see in your tank and also how much maintenance you want to do. I can make a couple statements in general though...if you want a more colorful tank, saltwater is the way to go, but if you want an easier to keep aquarium, freshwater is best :)
So my boyfriend and I very recently got a 55 gallon tank from someone who was getting rid of it. My boyfriend has had a tank before growing up but I have not and I’m not sure how long to wait before we clean it. I am going to order one of these vacuums but I’m not sure how often I should do it. And our pH is really high in our tap water so I was wondering if you think I should add the conditioner every time I change the water?
Firstly, yes, I would use a conditioner every time you perform a water change...I had excellent water when I made this video, but at my current house I always use conditioner, which is what I should have recommended to everyone. How often you do a water change really depends on how many fish you have, how often you feed, and filtration. In my freshwater tank, I could go a couple months between changes, but I had a relatively low bioload. I would say you should shoot for every 2 weeks (especially when the tank is young) and then at least once a month...but that's without me knowing your full setup :)
It's a best practice to use a water conditioner when doing a freshwater water change. I didn't...but I had already known that my tap water where I lived was pretty good. You should definitely use one though, better safe than sorry.
I did a water change like a week ago and I have never done one before cuz i was careless but now I have done research and know a bit more but I did one and Idk is this is good but my water was very cloudy and I don't know I did it right cuz there was still alot of uneaten food floating and other stuff am i doing it wrong? I did exactly what u did in this vid
Test your water with a water test kit ( you can get them online or at most pet stores) If there is lots of uneaten food that may mean you are over feeding. Only feed what your fish can eat in 2 minutes anything left should be taken out so ammonia doesn't build up and kill your fish. Depending on the size of your tank and amount of fish a weekly water change of 10-25% of water sure be ok.
Great helpful video! My kids were just given a betta and a beautiful 3 gallon tank as a gift from a friend. She did get the water conditioner and the tank is equipped with a filter and aerator. However, I do not have a siphon/ gravel vac and really don't have the financial resources to be getting one anytime soon so I have a question. Is there another way to get the gravel as clean as necessary for the fish to be healthy? And is there another way to remove the water without causing the fish to be stressed or disrupt the environment? Any suggestions would be very greatly appreciated. Thanks for a great tutorial. Don't pay any attention to the jerks that are criticizing you and your methods and the ones who made fun of you. Your voice is very cute. Some people just don't know how to be kind.
Hey I have a 15 gallon tall. I did a water change a few weeks ago. Everything was fine. However I did a quick water change today, even then I took out only maybe 2 gallons (if that maybe less) and then I added 2 gallons back and also I cleaned my decor since it was pretty dirty. I added 3 drops of water conditioner so I can eliminate the toxics in the water. My question is should I have put the water (2 gallons aside) and added the water condition first and let it sit for hours before I add it ? 2 of my fish were spazzing so I wasn't sure. ( my fish are hardy... Central American cichlids)
+Brian Santamaria Hmmm, I don't think you necessarily need to do that, but you should try to get the temperatures to match. Was there possibly a big disparity? That can shock fish easily.
you don't treat the tap water? I'm new on this and we have a 10 gallon, they told us to treat the water. Also do you recommend a having a heater on the tank? and how else can I clean it? I don't have that cool tool you have to clean the glass. Thank you so much for doing this
I am getting Glofish soon but I have city water..Should I buy spring water for my tank, or is it ok as long as I condition? Also what conditioner is best?
As long as your water isn't stinky, and doesn't have a strong chlorine/chemical smell, you should be able to use your city water with a conditioner...as long as you are setting up freshwater tank. I use AquaSafe (amzn.to/2lo9o5m), it has always worked very well for me!
This video is so informative and as a new hobbyist I really appreciate it. I do have a quick question! I’ve read that turning your filter off and then back on can spew debris back into your tank and can be harmful for your fish. Is that true? If so, how do I avoid this when cleaning my tank?
I would say the only thing you really need to do is try to temperature match the water you'll be pouring in...extreme water temp differences could shock them!
The Fish Tank Guy Whoops sorry, I already learned ALOT this summer in keeping my goldfish. I felt dumb reading my comment again 😂 Thanks and keep up the good work!
I just started a new 5 gallon tank about 3 days ago with a Betta and my ammonia levels are super high. Should I perform a water change? And how often in the beginning of the cycle? Thanks!
Absolutely, perform a water change right away. Ammonia is very toxic to fish! Make sure that your water is conditioned, with ammonia levels so high right away, I wonder if your water source isn't the greatest. Definitely water change asap!
So my fish need to be kept in 23-25 watt heat, I’ve just gotten them today and a little clueless still! How would I warm water before adding or just use hot & cold tap to get it the same temp? I’m sorry I probably sound really stupid!🙈🤣
Hi there. Can you please tell me what aquarium you have in this video? I’ve said yes to my kids finally for getting guppies and am trying to find the best aquarium to use. Thanks!
3 months?!!! Wth. I can't go without a waterchange for a week. I need to know how I can do a serious waterchange without giving my fish PTSD. They're super scared of me. Tap water ...straight into the tank?! (That's iffy in my opinion) I pre-mix tap water with my conditioner, PH balancer, and meds (if needed). I've had goldfish die from dropsy.
His tank must be a toxic haven and the fish have adapted but would not be thriving. What with the fake plants, 3 month water changes and not using water conditioner I''m amazed anyone would listen to this. Go to the other water change videos where they give real advice.
That vacuuming is such a satisfying thing to watch. Can’t wait till I got poop to suck up! Do you test the water or just wait till it looks gross to start cleaning out? Or is this a routine weekly thing?
I do not have tap water, should I be putting some other type of conditioner in the water? Also when I clean the tank should I take the filters out and rinse them off or just leave them in there?
If you are not using tap water, do you use RODI water? If so...no need for conditioner. When you clean the tank it's always a good idea to rinse out the filter or replace them if they are looking super gnarly.
Hi Fish tank guy. Is it safe to have an aquarium inside the home with a toddler and a baby. Considering there will be bacteria inside the tank? Concern about the water evaporates inside the house. Thanks.
Absolutely. You have nothing to worry about, the bacteria that builds up in an aquarium are consumers of waste in the water! I wouldn't say you should drink the water, but it won't cause any adverse effects to your family. Just make sure the tank is secure and couldn't be knocked over by a curious toddler!
Thank you for this, it was extremely helpful. I bought a very small "beginner tank" today as I have never had fish before. I did but the gravel vacuum to clean the tank when I need to, but what was the magnet you used called?
so when do you add chemicals such as stress coat etc? In your bucket? or after youve added tap water to the tank? when it says add (example) 5mls to a 10gallon tank. do you do it according to your tank size or the amount of water you replace?
I have some questions, is 10 gallons enough for a goldfish, and so am I able to put another in it for a friend for my other goldfish, and when putting new water in the bucket, do I put the right amount of water conditioner and bacteria before I dump the water in the tank. Hope this gets answered.
Thanks, my guy! Great video! I’m gonna be doing my first water change today. Would it be okay to add the water conditioner and good bacteria to the water before I add it to the tank?
I did not...however, where I'm located our water is very good. Growing up I was on a property with well water and was lucky enough to basically have the equivalent of spring water there. You'll notice I added a comment that should be pinned explaining me not including this information. I did mention using a water conditioner, but in the video itself, I did not.
@@TheFishTankGuy Okay tyy! You got a Instagram? I can stay in touch with you for help I've been wanting fish and finally got some and I need to learn a little more and need help with some stuff
Should I unplug and take my heater out before I change my water? I've been told the heater needs to be completely submerged when plugged in or else it will break
do you need to let water sit before you change it? I heard you did like fill something up with water let it sit for a couple days then take some water out of the tank and put the water that was sitting for a few days into the tank or can you just put it in straight from the tap?
I live on Lake Erie, (If that makes a difference) and the water is horrible so we definitely need the conditioner. I had to learn the hard way, losing some fish. If this could save anyone that grief, I just wanted to mention it. Also, I loved the video! Thanks!
Question... idk if my aggressive fish died of age or if my 3 small parrot fish kept attacking it to the point of exhaustion type things but I've introduced them to my female parrot fish and not even a few weeks later I watched them peck away at it and found it dead lastnight. Any suggestions to why?? Its a 100 gallon tank so it can't be space related. I feed them every 24-26 hours. Just curious to what you think.
I have a warmer for my tank so I’m sure tap water won’t be an issue if I try to get it near the same temp, I’ve just never had an aquarium before, I used to have a fish but it was in a bad, tiny tank.
Have a new tank a set up with sand. Has the water tested and all levels are fine but the tank is cloudy. I did not rinse the sand (mistake on my part), will the cloudiness go away on its own? It’s been about 2 days
I was using the same vacuum on a 5gallon tank that I have and it wasn’t working out for me. I followed everything you said. Do you think I need a smaller vacuum for my tank size.
Possibly, but I'll admit that sometimes I have some trouble getting siphoning started too, and that's in my 10 gallon tank! You could try a different style of vacuum, like one with a priming bulb. They are typically easier to start the siphon with. Here's one that will probably work well for you! amzn.to/2lYsShb
from people trying to correct you and saying you sound like Kermit, you've shown what a nice and humble guy you are.
Well thank you...I appreciate that. I'm just making videos for fun and to possibly help some people out. I've always found that life is a bit easier if you don't take yourself too seriously :)
Yes I agree they were rude you do not sound like Kermit the Frog at all I mean come on
@MrBLESTER75 for question 1 just let it get room temperature
I love his voice it’s clear and soothing
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Thanks for watching! As a disclaimer, I would like to mention that you should ALWAYS use a water conditioner such as AquaSafe when adding tap water to your aquarium. I am lucky enough to be in a location where our tap water is free from most harmful chemicals, but for most people that is not the case. Sorry for leaving this out of the video, and good luck with your aquarium at home!
quick question! do you suggest the API water conditioner or the AquaSafe more?
@@caroa.2230 I have always have a good experience with Aquasafe, so that's my go to... That being said, I haven't used the API conditioner, but in general, I think API makes good products, especially in the freshwater space. Hope this helps!
If it's a new tank should I add some quickstart as well?
When you condition the water, do you add a full dose (i.e. 5ml for 10 gallon) or do you just condition the amount of new tap water that you’re adding?
@@tbhshy7364 either will work. I usually just treat the new water in putting in, but adding more conditioner will not hurt anything!
Woah.. your video was so easy to watch and understand without hurting my brain! You made something most people would make very difficult looking to something that was a piece of cake! Thank you! I’m glad I clicked on your link big time!
+1 👍🏽 Thank you for typing exactly what I was thinking 💭
wow i find this tutorial very helpful and beautiful aquarium!
Thank you very much, glad to hear it!
What do I do if I have small pieces of gravel
Katdill you’ll have to try and avoid it
thank you for your help. I am starting my own 10 gallon tank today and have many questions.
My dream is to eventually graduate to Saltwater tank.
first, I must startoff on smaller scale.
But still very important....... these little guys are counting on us to do the right things.
Definitely! Glad to hear you are starting a tank. I actually just checked out your video today and the tank is looking pretty nice! See how you like keeping the tank for a while and then maybe make the leap to saltwater :) Good luck!
Anna Cole same
Nice you got this
I got my 9 liter tank a long time ago then got my first fish and I'm also looking forward to saltwater tank with coral
Yes same helped me alot
Hey I know it’s been 4 years but how did I go I just started a 10 gallon and 29 gallon
I found this video very helpful, better than some of the others out there. I just started a new aquarium last week, I'm doing my first water change for a 20 gallon so this is what I needed. I only have one betta in and one decoration so I shouldn't have very many problems lol. Thank you!
20 gallon for one betta! Whooo boy, you are a nice fish owner, he must feel so FREE!! :)
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Yeah, I had him in a fish bowl but he got clamped fins and just looked kinda fuzzy or blurry. I put him in the 20 gallon and he looks so much better. I plan on getting him tankmates, there's so much room! First time fish owner 🤗
I recommend you get him a few luffy buddies its moss balls and live plants those plastic ones will wound its fins You could also add snails and some shrimp to help clean the plants and glass and use a heater Betta's need to be at least at 78 degrees they come from warm waters not cold. I raise betta's myself I think they are smart and beautiful.
Oh I forgot they need a hiding place but never add anything that has not been treated to be in a tank and never add real shells my friend killed all his fish that way. I have though used a pv pipe part before.
I've been researching as I go and that was my next step, moss balls and real plants! I've also ordered 6 small schooling fish. And I planned on getting ghost/glass shrimp and maybe some zebra snails? If I can find them. I also purchased my betta a "hammock", it's just a big rubber leaf. I got the heater before I put him in the 20 gallon 😆
I think it’s important to condition the water before adding the new water to the tank. Other than that, very helpful video!
can you explain more on how to do that and how long? I know you add the dechlorinater to the new water ... but how do you mix it in before adding it to the tank?
Add the conditioner to the existing tank water before adding the new water. That’s what all the professionals do, so that’s what I do. I don’t see why adding it to the we are adding would be a huge issue though. I use seachem prime. With prime, you can add up to I believe 6 times the dosage and it will still be completely safe. So I just add a capful to my 45 gallon tank water which is enough for something like 50-60 gallons. Then add the water and everything is good. Seachem prime also removes a bunch of other toxic elements that may be in the tap water, as tap water varies in make up depending on the treatment facility and existing water per meters of your municipality. Definitely want to be conditioning water though. Chlorine is bad for fish and that is not debatable. Chlorine can also crash a tank by killing bacteria especially on a newer tank. This guy is giving some horrible advice on that part. It will effect the longevity and health of the fish if you add direct tap water and in some cases just flat out kill your fish.
@@Tinsletooth Will putting the conditioner in the water, with the fish, hurt the fish?
Just put my betta in its new 2.5 gallon tank yesterday after much time of waiting to buy a tank. I'm a new fish owner so I'm taking things step by step. This video really helped. Thank you
You're welcome! Enjoy your new tank :)
One of the best water change vids I have ever seen, and that is a beautiful tank....can def see the gravel "junk" getting taken up... Thanks for this video, you do an awesome job showing us how to do this!
Thank you for a clear and easy to understand tutorial. It will be my first time to use my siphon gadget to do water change in my 10 gallon fish tank, and you just answered the questions I have in my mind....thank you, my dear friend!
Thank you for sharing your routine, I’m paranoid I’m going to cause my fish irreversible damage. It was reassuring to watch your video so that I know what to do when I clean my fish tank!
“And you just unleash the kink” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Let it fly!
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I got a goldfish three days ago. Thanks for this tutorial! I feel much more confident going into water changes :)
Instead of gravel, I have fine sand, but Im afraid if I vacuum the sand it will just suck up and not sink back down, will this happen or not and if it will how can I prevent it? Tysm!
Well, I've avoided fine sand just for this reason. It's very difficult and you will always pull some sand up with the yucky stuff. A slightly larger tube will encourage the lighter particles to get sucked up and leave the sand. Put the tube in the sand, watch the yucks fly up, then kink the hose and let the sand fall back down.
his fish are so tiny
what if they go in the siphon 😮
+Mohammed Hussain I'm extra careful 😊
And I noticed his fish seem to stay at the very top..
@@Wokewomen2024 They know, they're smarter than they look!
I completely changed the water and moved my glofish to a smaller tank. Do I need to start the process as a new tank and wait 7 days adding the stabilizer before put in them back? Thanks for the info. Will follow your guide next time.
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Thank you for the info. I recently became the owner of an orphaned tank and fish that was way overdue for cleaning. I am going to look for a tank syphon and a new filter to at least get me started
Great idea, good luck!
I bought my first 10 gallon tank. I’ve never taken care of fish but I am freaking out when it comes to cleaning the tank and the whole water change. I don’t want my glo fish to die!!
Don't worry, you'll do just fine. Don't replace a ton of water, try to get the temperature of the new water close to that of the aquarium, and be sure to condition the water. You'll be fine! :)
Thanks for this. I just got a new tank and was wondering how I would change the water. This is great information. Really appreciate your time making this
You're welcome, I hope it helps!
New fish owner here! Fount this video useful thank you so much I didn't know how I was going to start cleaning the tank lol I've never had fish in my life but my daughter wanted some so here I am doing research on how to properly care for her fish an the tank. I do have a question however where I live I wouldn't be able to add water just from the tap. How would I do that should I prepare the water before adding it ? Also its 3rd day of switching the fish from one tank to a bigger one but the water since then has gotten a lil foggy what should I do? An help is greatly appreciated
You'll definitely want to invest in some Tetra Water Conditioner, you can add that to your tank and hopefully it will clear up any issues you might have. Depending on how poor your water is, you can use the water conditioner and you'll be fine. If you can't use tap water, you'll want to buy reverse osmosis water from the grocery store. It's about 85 cents a gallon :) Good luck!
Great question lol
Thank you! You made me feel a little better about using tap water in my fresh water tank. I was stressing that I need to use all these chemicals before using the water.
You do need to use water conditioner before putting tap water into the tank! Without it the fish will be slowly (or quickly) poisoned by chlorine and chloramines. It's a mistake a lot of people make, so it's understandable! Treating the tapwater will help your fish live their best life without suffering from chlorine burns
You should use it, the water conditioner isn’t expensive
Thanks for making this fairly easy to understand, im currently doing my first water change and this video is definitely a huge help thanks!!
I would definitely add the water conditioner in the bucket of new water before you add it to the tank
Thank you for this video I'm new to fish keeping and I was clueless on how to clean the tank
Thanks so much. Terrific. Very common sense not too much over the top and very pleasant to view! Thanks fish tank guy!
No problem, thank you for the comment and complement, I appreciate it!
Thanks for the tank tips. I’m fairly new back to the aquarium world. Your info was very useful👍🏼
I'm glad it was helpful, good luck with your aquarium!
Wait. Doesn’t the water need to be treated?
What does it mean to treat it?
Yes it does need to be treated all the time because the chemicals in the tap water will kill your fish 🐠
yeah water conditioner
@@plentiiface_young1583 Removes chlorine to allow healty bacteria be reintroduced to the ecosystem.
Should you add water conditioner to the tap water to get rid of the chlorine or whatever?
Yes....some people have pristine water from the tap, but most do not. Where I grew up, we had excellent well water and it wasn't necessary to add water conditioner, but I would recommend you do just to be safe.
Very good tutorial, I feel comfortable going to do my first water change. I do have a question. When you say established tank and only needing to change your filter every few months instead of monthly, how long is the tank need to be up and running for the status "established"?
Excellent question...unfortunately I don't have a simple answer for you. It depends on the bioload in your tank, but I would say we're talking 6 months to 1 year.
When starting a new tank when should water changes be done.After the cycling or during it? I started a 10 gallon a month ago
If you have no fish in the tank while you are cycling, you'll want to do your water change after your cycle is complete. You want bacteria to build up in your tank during cycling and changing the water out will decrease the amount of bacteria building up. Good luck!
Dear Sir:
The video was very informative and enjoyable. Although guppies are very hardy and can withstand the chlorine in an over 50% water change (don’t forget to subtract water displaced by the gravel and decorations) I’m sure that much chlorine is very uncomfortable for them, in particular “burning” their gills. Dechlorinators don’t actually remove chlorine from the water, but strengthen the “slime coat” on the fish. For their comfort, I would add “dechlorinator” when doing this large of a water change.
Replacing the filter cartridge in a hang-on-the-back filter is expensive and counter-productive. It would be better to “optimize” the filter by using a sponge specifically made for aquarium use that fills as much of the compartment in the hang-on-the-back filter meant for a disposable filter cartridge as possible. That way, rather than having to purchase replacement filter cartridges, you can simply wring the sponge out in the used aquarium water from the water change, getting as much of the detritus out of it as possible, without killing off the beneficial bacteria which complete the nitrogen cycle for the tank. Additionally, the more frequently you do water changes (preferably at about 10 to 20%) the better conditions will be for the fish. I'd recommend small water changes at least every couple of weeks.
To each his own, but I would recommend a backdrop for this tank. It will add a dimension of depth, making it more ascetically appealing and also give the fish an added feeling of security.
You did a very nice job of this video and I applaud your efforts. Thank you for welcoming constructive criticism. Your fish look health and happy and that is the main point of the hobby.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
New Subscriber,
E. J. Brinegar
EJ! Firstly, thanks for becoming a new subscriber, I really appreciate it! Secondly, thank you for a constructive, well-written comment. I'm happy to get your feedback and you make a lot of great points. Where I'm located I have very good tap water, so I don't always feel the need to use dechlorinator, but I often will still. I should have highlighted that aspect of water changes a bit more in this video. As for the larger volume of water, I tend waver on performing regular maintenance. Sometimes I get 20% every couple weeks, but if I miss a few, I'll do a larger change, but I do know that smaller more frequent changes are preferred. As for the filter cartridge...I never thought of using an aquarium sponge instead!! That's a great word of advice. Someone actually asked me about replacing filter cartridges at all...to which I replied I'm going to do some research and answer the question on my next podcast, but I think the alternative of using a sponge is pretty awesome. Thanks for commenting!
Declorinators do remove chlorine and Chloramine by binding to them rendering them harmless. Chlorine itself will evaporate if the water sits for a short while. This is why water departments went to using Chloramine which does not break down the way chlorine does. Yes most water conditioners do have additives to help the slime coat but that's not why declorinators are used. If you fail to treat your water to remove Chloramine you'll have dead fish. While chlorine alone will breakdown quickly prolonged exposure will damage the gills, fins, and immune system killing the fish. This is especially true to many fish that require high quality water. Great video my friend love the tank!
Thanks 💞😇☯️🌱🐟
Okay, so what you are saying is to take out the Filter and replace it with a Sponge. AND then when it comes to water changes remove whatever % of water and rinse out the sponge in that water and put it back because it has good bacteria that will colonize the new water you just added in your water change?????
Dear Christine Grimmond:
Beneficial bacteria grows on all of the submerged surfaces in an aquarium. Using a sponge that fills the chamber maximizes the number of bacteria that come in contact with the tank water, as is passes through the sponge. A filter cartridge doesn't have as much surface area; clogs quickly; and, can't be used indefinitely.
When you first put a sponge in the filter, it has to be colonized by bacteria. It is helpful to leave the used, filter cartridge in the tank for several days to give bacteria time to migrate to the sponge. Wring the sponge out in used aquarium water, when necessary, so that much of the bacteria remains in the sponge. Using chlorinated water would kill the bacteria.
Thank you for your interest.
Sincerely,
E. J. Brinegar
Did you condition the tap water before adding it ?
Yes, that is a best practice. Where I was living when I made the video I had exceptional tap water, but I always recommended folks condition tap water when doing a water change or starting a tank!
Yeah, your the 1st video and the last video I need to see to clean my tank! Answered all my questions and was a short video, my opinion.
Please tell me where you got your gravel vacuum. I looked on amazon and they all have open wide mouths. Don’t wanna suck up the gravel.
? Have a 10 gallon freshwater as well but water has been cloudy it cleared up for about a day its now been bout a week and has been cloudy if u move a plant or such u cam see debries floating all over would u say already time to clean?
Yes, it sounds like you need to do a water change. Make sure you are not overfeeding the aquarium. How many fish do you have in it?
We did exactly this because we spoke to the fish experts at persmart and our fish died while we were doing the change...we were devastated. We had about 3 weeks with the fish and did 2 water changes only bc the water was very cloudy. What did we do wrong 😭
Did you use water conditioner? What temperature was your tank at? There are a lot of factors that cause fish to die, but likely they are stressed in some way.
Do you have a water softener? Because with a water softener you cannot use that water for a freshwater tank.
your fish tank looks really nice and I love the decoration thank you so much for sharing☺
Thanks very much, thanks for viewing!
Hey I have a 10 gallon fresh water tank. This is my 1st fish tank and I've had it for a month. I can see some some of the water has evaporated.Does this mean I should go ahead and do a water change?
+TRILLER J you'll need to find a water change schedule that works for you. Some people have gotten upset that I don't do a Freshwater water change every two weeks... I can go months, but my system is stable. Once a month should be ok especially if your fish don't look stressed. Water evaporation isn't a sign you need a water change though, it's just a sign you need to add some water 😊
just tap water without using dechlorinator or anything?
pungr no you have to add dechlorinator and beneficial bacteria starter
Lil is right, at the end of the video I mention dechlorinator...where I'm at, the tap water is good enough for freshwater setups, but you'll want to use one just to be safe. My favorite is AquaSafe: amzn.to/2RBMymF
Videos awesome it was a big help I don’t know how much water conditioner to put in for a specific amount if you could give me any tips on how to figure that out that would be awesome just don’t know if you can add too much
As long as you don't go crazy, I don't believe you can put too much in. Every conditioner out there will have guidelines and directions on the label as to how much you'd need to use. More than likely it's just a capful whenever you do a water change. Hope this helps.
What's that magnetic cleaner called ?
Hi so how long after do you put your new fish in and how many fish for 12 litre tank gold fish and how many water changes do you use ph strips thank you for video KEEP SAFE
nice video, it really will help me know how to do a water change with my 29 gallon aquarium. thanks man keep up the good work!
I would defo recommend to do water changes MUCH more often than once every 4 months. At least once a month
I bought a little leopard sucker fish so should I still be scraping the walls with the magnets or do you think my one little dude can do enough?
Not all cleaner fish are created equal. I would give it a week or two and see what you think. If the glass is gathering on the glass, get yourself a magnet cleaner :)
Not trying be a jerk but it's a plecostomis aka pleco, what size tank do you have?
Pet store scammed you by the way they dont really clean at all they poop more then they clean and get huge please do your research before getting a fish.
Your tank is beautiful!
Thanks, I really wish I have kept up with it a little better. I should do an update on my remaining freshwater tanks! Thanks for your comment :)
Is freshwater tank or saltwater tank is the best
This is definitely a question that I cannot answer! It all boils down to personal preference and what you like to see in your tank and also how much maintenance you want to do. I can make a couple statements in general though...if you want a more colorful tank, saltwater is the way to go, but if you want an easier to keep aquarium, freshwater is best :)
So my boyfriend and I very recently got a 55 gallon tank from someone who was getting rid of it. My boyfriend has had a tank before growing up but I have not and I’m not sure how long to wait before we clean it. I am going to order one of these vacuums but I’m not sure how often I should do it. And our pH is really high in our tap water so I was wondering if you think I should add the conditioner every time I change the water?
Firstly, yes, I would use a conditioner every time you perform a water change...I had excellent water when I made this video, but at my current house I always use conditioner, which is what I should have recommended to everyone. How often you do a water change really depends on how many fish you have, how often you feed, and filtration. In my freshwater tank, I could go a couple months between changes, but I had a relatively low bioload. I would say you should shoot for every 2 weeks (especially when the tank is young) and then at least once a month...but that's without me knowing your full setup :)
How many gallon your tank is? I want to start a small fish tank due to the small apartment.
I would recommend starting out with a tank no smaller than 10 gallons. A 10 gallon tank is manageable as a starter!
Maybe i misses it, but when you poured the tap water in, did you declourinate the water? Is it necessary?
It's a best practice to use a water conditioner when doing a freshwater water change. I didn't...but I had already known that my tap water where I lived was pretty good. You should definitely use one though, better safe than sorry.
I did a water change like a week ago and I have never done one before cuz i was careless but now I have done research and know a bit more but I did one and Idk is this is good but my water was very cloudy and I don't know I did it right cuz there was still alot of uneaten food floating and other stuff am i doing it wrong? I did exactly what u did in this vid
Are you churning up the gravel and using a gavel vacuum? If it's been a while since you did a water change, you might need to do another one!
Test your water with a water test kit ( you can get them online or at most pet stores) If there is lots of uneaten food that may mean you are over feeding. Only feed what your fish can eat in 2 minutes anything left should be taken out so ammonia doesn't build up and kill your fish. Depending on the size of your tank and amount of fish a weekly water change of 10-25% of water sure be ok.
Great helpful video! My kids were just given a betta and a beautiful 3 gallon tank as a gift from a friend. She did get the water conditioner and the tank is equipped with a filter and aerator. However, I do not have a siphon/ gravel vac and really don't have the financial resources to be getting one anytime soon so I have a question. Is there another way to get the gravel as clean as necessary for the fish to be healthy? And is there another way to remove the water without causing the fish to be stressed or disrupt the environment? Any suggestions would be very greatly appreciated. Thanks for a great tutorial. Don't pay any attention to the jerks that are criticizing you and your methods and the ones who made fun of you. Your voice is very cute. Some people just don't know how to be kind.
Hey I have a 15 gallon tall. I did a water change a few weeks ago. Everything was fine. However I did a quick water change today, even then I took out only maybe 2 gallons (if that maybe less) and then I added 2 gallons back and also I cleaned my decor since it was pretty dirty. I added 3 drops of water conditioner so I can eliminate the toxics in the water. My question is should I have put the water (2 gallons aside) and added the water condition first and let it sit for hours before I add it ? 2 of my fish were spazzing so I wasn't sure. ( my fish are hardy... Central American cichlids)
+Brian Santamaria Hmmm, I don't think you necessarily need to do that, but you should try to get the temperatures to match. Was there possibly a big disparity? That can shock fish easily.
you don't treat the tap water? I'm new on this and we have a 10 gallon, they told us to treat the water. Also do you recommend a having a heater on the tank? and how else can I clean it? I don't have that cool tool you have to clean the glass. Thank you so much for doing this
I am getting Glofish soon but I have city water..Should I buy spring water for my tank, or is it ok as long as I condition? Also what conditioner is best?
As long as your water isn't stinky, and doesn't have a strong chlorine/chemical smell, you should be able to use your city water with a conditioner...as long as you are setting up freshwater tank. I use AquaSafe (amzn.to/2lo9o5m), it has always worked very well for me!
@@TheFishTankGuy- Thank you
This video is so informative and as a new hobbyist I really appreciate it. I do have a quick question! I’ve read that turning your filter off and then back on can spew debris back into your tank and can be harmful for your fish. Is that true? If so, how do I avoid this when cleaning my tank?
The problem is that if you don't turn your filter off, you will break your filter.
Should I add chemicals such as a declorinator and quick start into the water I add into the tank for the change
You'll want to use a declorinator, a water conditioner for sure. You don't need to add quick start, that's only when starting a new tank.
Thanks! Do I need to be careful when adding water back? Will it stress my goldfish?
I would say the only thing you really need to do is try to temperature match the water you'll be pouring in...extreme water temp differences could shock them!
The Fish Tank Guy Whoops sorry, I already learned ALOT this summer in keeping my goldfish. I felt dumb reading my comment again 😂
Thanks and keep up the good work!
I just started a new 5 gallon tank about 3 days ago with a Betta and my ammonia levels are super high. Should I perform a water change? And how often in the beginning of the cycle? Thanks!
Absolutely, perform a water change right away. Ammonia is very toxic to fish! Make sure that your water is conditioned, with ammonia levels so high right away, I wonder if your water source isn't the greatest. Definitely water change asap!
So my fish need to be kept in 23-25 watt heat, I’ve just gotten them today and a little clueless still! How would I warm water before adding or just use hot & cold tap to get it the same temp? I’m sorry I probably sound really stupid!🙈🤣
I’m actually getting a fish, so thanks for this! I wanted to learn how to clean the tank.
Hi there. Can you please tell me what aquarium you have in this video? I’ve said yes to my kids finally for getting guppies and am trying to find the best aquarium to use. Thanks!
Great clip. Thank you. We are new fish owners and found it extremely helpful.
I'm glad to hear it! Thanks for the comment, I wish you the best of luck with your new fish! :)
3 months?!!! Wth. I can't go without a waterchange for a week. I need to know how I can do a serious waterchange without giving my fish PTSD. They're super scared of me. Tap water ...straight into the tank?! (That's iffy in my opinion) I pre-mix tap water with my conditioner, PH balancer, and meds (if needed). I've had goldfish die from dropsy.
His tank must be a toxic haven and the fish have adapted but would not be thriving. What with the fake plants, 3 month water changes and not using water conditioner I''m amazed anyone would listen to this. Go to the other water change videos where they give real advice.
@@crazee635 Ha! This is what I came here for! Thanks! Poor fish (his), right?
That vacuuming is such a satisfying thing to watch. Can’t wait till I got poop to suck up! Do you test the water or just wait till it looks gross to start cleaning out? Or is this a routine weekly thing?
I do not have tap water, should I be putting some other type of conditioner in the water? Also when I clean the tank should I take the filters out and rinse them off or just leave them in there?
If you are not using tap water, do you use RODI water? If so...no need for conditioner. When you clean the tank it's always a good idea to rinse out the filter or replace them if they are looking super gnarly.
Hi Fish tank guy. Is it safe to have an aquarium inside the home with a toddler and a baby. Considering there will be bacteria inside the tank? Concern about the water evaporates inside the house. Thanks.
Absolutely. You have nothing to worry about, the bacteria that builds up in an aquarium are consumers of waste in the water! I wouldn't say you should drink the water, but it won't cause any adverse effects to your family. Just make sure the tank is secure and couldn't be knocked over by a curious toddler!
@@TheFishTankGuy thank you so much for the info. Quite excited to start having fish once my tank is ready.
Thank you for this, it was extremely helpful. I bought a very small "beginner tank" today as I have never had fish before. I did but the gravel vacuum to clean the tank when I need to, but what was the magnet you used called?
It's been 3 years, did you find the magnet?
@@TheMegillahguerrilla it's been a year, have *you* found the magnet?
@@evelyngonzalez901 Mag-Float-30 Small Glass Aquarium Cleaner (w/Scraper Option) a.co/d/7Z4V4As I’ve never seen that before, I found it
Mag-Float-30 Small Glass Aquarium Cleaner (w/Scraper Option) a.co/d/7Z4V4As
LOVE the tank, man! Wow crystal clear water, Gorgeous decor! Happy Chinese New Year BTW🌃🐽
Thank you! Really appreciate you checking out the video!
so when do you add chemicals such as stress coat etc? In your bucket? or after youve added tap water to the tank? when it says add (example) 5mls to a 10gallon tank. do you do it according to your tank size or the amount of water you replace?
Hi just wanted to let you know this video was really helpful for someone who just started this hobby :)
What can I clean the tank walls with of I don’t have that gadget you have? Would paper towel work?
You can use a sponge...just make sure it contains ZERO soap or any other chemicals. Get yourself a plain sponge and use it exclusively for your tank.
I have some questions, is 10 gallons enough for a goldfish, and so am I able to put another in it for a friend for my other goldfish, and when putting new water in the bucket, do I put the right amount of water conditioner and bacteria before I dump the water in the tank. Hope this gets answered.
this is super helpful i’ve been confused on how i should keep my tank clean. thank you so much!
Thanks, my guy! Great video!
I’m gonna be doing my first water change today. Would it be okay to add the water conditioner and good bacteria to the water before I add it to the tank?
Im so confused did you not add conditioner
I did not...however, where I'm located our water is very good. Growing up I was on a property with well water and was lucky enough to basically have the equivalent of spring water there. You'll notice I added a comment that should be pinned explaining me not including this information. I did mention using a water conditioner, but in the video itself, I did not.
@@TheFishTankGuy oh wow thats cool!
being a brand new fsh owner I would have likes to see the steps or areas you fast forwarded
Ok, thanks for the feedback. I will consider that for future videos!
Hey, if your still keeping fish I need to warn you that you have to do a 10% water change weekly.
I dont have a gravel cleaner so would it just be easier to take all the decor and gravel out and clean it seperatly and then put it back in?
What tools did you use clean the fish tank
I don't like much gravel in the tank I was thinking about a 2 pound bag cause I have 2 big decorations and 2 large plants will that be fine?
It's up to you, but I would say in a ten gallon tank you'd need at least five pounds to just cover the bottom!
@@TheFishTankGuy Okay tyy! You got a Instagram? I can stay in touch with you for help I've been wanting fish and finally got some and I need to learn a little more and need help with some stuff
Unfortunately I don't...I am on Twitter though...I try to limit how many social media sites I'm on because I can't keep up with all of it haha
@@TheFishTankGuy What's your username?
It's @RealFishTankGuy :)
Do, you put Angel fish in your fish tank ; also do you put ,a heater in the tank too?
If you have. a planted aquarium - do you still need to syphon the soil sediment?
Should I unplug and take my heater out before I change my water? I've been told the heater needs to be completely submerged when plugged in or else it will break
Aren't you meant to add prime or the dechlorinator before you put in new water.
Yes, I do mention that in the video when putting "clean" water into the tank.
do you need to let water sit before you change it? I heard you did like fill something up with water let it sit for a couple days then take some water out of the tank and put the water that was sitting for a few days into the tank or can you just put it in straight from the tap?
What tool did you use to clean the fish tank, to get the water out
I used a Fluval gravel vacuum. Works really great, have been using it for years. You can get it here: amzn.to/2mGF7JN
After you put the new tap water in after the water change, do you put water conditioner in? or you don't have to?
Hi, thank you for your tutorial, it's very helpful. I have a question, what would you do if the tank water is cloudy after you change it?
Do you add the conditioner in the tank while the fish are in there or add the conditioner when the water is in the bucket?
Where did you get the house? I can not find it anywhere! I am obsessed with that house!!! If you have it can I buy it?!
I live on Lake Erie, (If that makes a difference) and the water is horrible so we definitely need the conditioner. I had to learn the hard way, losing some fish. If this could save anyone that grief, I just wanted to mention it. Also, I loved the video! Thanks!
Sure thing, I appreciate it! I'm from Erie, PA by the way :)
Where did you get those pretty decorations??
Petsmart!
Question... idk if my aggressive fish died of age or if my 3 small parrot fish kept attacking it to the point of exhaustion type things but I've introduced them to my female parrot fish and not even a few weeks later I watched them peck away at it and found it dead lastnight. Any suggestions to why?? Its a 100 gallon tank so it can't be space related. I feed them every 24-26 hours. Just curious to what you think.
I have a warmer for my tank so I’m sure tap water won’t be an issue if I try to get it near the same temp, I’ve just never had an aquarium before, I used to have a fish but it was in a bad, tiny tank.
Can you please tell me where you got your bug hula house on the left of the video?!
Do you have a link to where you got those huts from? They look awesome.
Top Fin Tree House Aquarium Tank Ornament in Brown, Size: Medium | Resin | PetSmart
Thank you! I'm adopting a beta, and I want to learn all this before I actually got one.
Thank you for doing actual research! There are a lot of people who do not properly care for their betta.
I love the decorations
Thank you!
Have a new tank a set up with sand. Has the water tested and all levels are fine but the tank is cloudy. I did not rinse the sand (mistake on my part), will the cloudiness go away on its own? It’s been about 2 days
I was using the same vacuum on a 5gallon tank that I have and it wasn’t working out for me. I followed everything you said. Do you think I need a smaller vacuum for my tank size.
Potentially...when you say it wasn't working, what do you mean exactly? You couldn't get the suction started?
@@TheFishTankGuy yes I couldn't get the suction started
Possibly, but I'll admit that sometimes I have some trouble getting siphoning started too, and that's in my 10 gallon tank! You could try a different style of vacuum, like one with a priming bulb. They are typically easier to start the siphon with. Here's one that will probably work well for you! amzn.to/2lYsShb
@@TheFishTankGuy thank you so much!!!!!
How many caps of conditioner or aqua safe for a 10 gallon tank? If I use filtered water do I still have to put conditioner?