With over 10 years in the pond industry, Scott Anderson Design has definitely left their mark with their own take on the traditional pond and making it something of their own that stands out far from the rest. The wide variety Scott Anderson Design has to offer will make your pond design unique from the next. Between a mixture of waterscapes, water gardens, fountainscapes, waterfalls, pondless waterfalls, and streams, each project will become your own personal Zen garden. We work with you first hand to leave you with your dream pond! To make the process easier we offer 3 base pond sizes that you will build upon.
Scott Anderson Design is CAC certified. Certified Aquascape Contractors are the most qualified and informed pond installers in the water gardening industry. All CACs are required to attend continual training and education seminars and maintain a proven record of outstanding work and dedicated customer service and support.
Most standard ecosystem pond installations take 3–5 days. Larger custom projects with extensive stonework, streams, or waterfalls may take 7–10 days. We work efficiently to minimize disruption to your Nassau County property.
Permit requirements vary by township and pond size. Many residential ponds under a certain depth do not require permits, but it depends on your specific town or village. Scott Anderson Design handles all permit research and submissions on your behalf — it's part of our full-service approach.
Koi and goldfish are the most popular choices for Long Island ponds and thrive in our climate. Both species tolerate our cold winters well when the pond is at least 18–24 inches deep, which allows them to overwinter safely beneath the ice.
Custom koi pond installations in Nassau County typically start around $9,000 for a small ecosystem pond and range upward depending on size, stonework, and features. See our detailed pricing guide or our 2026 cost guide for specifics.
Long Island's Zone 7 winters require specific preparation to keep koi healthy: remove the main pump, install a winter aerator and floating de-icer, switch to cold-water food below 50°F, and net the pond for leaves. Read our complete Zone 7 koi pond winterization guide.
Not sure whether a dedicated koi pond, an ecosystem pond, or a pondless waterfall is right for your yard? Our pond type comparison guide breaks down cost, maintenance, space requirements, and best-fit scenarios for each option.