Our Services

From empty glass to a living ecosystem.

Starting a new aquarium is one of the most exciting things a hobbyist can do — and one of the easiest ways to get overwhelmed. Basement Aquatics walks you through every decision: tank size and placement, sump configuration, rock aquascaping, substrate selection, cycling methodology, and first livestock introduction.

We create a custom build plan for your space, budget, and goals. Whether you're envisioning a minimalist nano reef or a living room centerpiece, we'll map out exactly how to get there — and be with you every step of the way.

Keep corals thriving, not just surviving.

Reef tanks are the pinnacle of the aquarium hobby — and they demand precision. Whether you're keeping soft corals, LPS, SPS, or a mixed reef, the margin for error is slim. Basement Aquatics provides in-depth consultation on coral placement, flow patterns, lighting intensity and spectrum, and the interconnected chemistry that keeps your reef alive and colorful.

We review your current setup, livestock, and parameters to identify what's working, what's limiting growth, and what can be improved. Reef consulting is available as a one-time deep-dive or as ongoing monthly support.

Perfect parameters. Consistent results.

Everything in your reef depends on water. Temperature, salinity, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate, pH — get any one of these wrong and your livestock pays the price. Basement Aquatics takes the guesswork out of reef chemistry with comprehensive testing, analysis, and a maintenance plan that actually fits your schedule.

We use laboratory-grade testing methods and help you establish a regular testing routine and maintenance rhythm — so your tank stays stable whether you test every day or every week.

The right gear. No upsell, no fluff.

The aquarium industry is full of expensive equipment — some of it essential, much of it unnecessary. Basement Aquatics gives you honest, experience-based recommendations that match your specific system and budget. We don't sell equipment, so our advice is 100% unbiased.

From return pumps and protein skimmers to LED lighting and automated dosers, we'll tell you exactly what to buy, what to skip, and where to find it at a fair price.

Fast diagnosis. Real solutions.

Something's wrong with your tank — and you need answers now. Unexplained livestock losses, sudden parameter swings, persistent algae outbreaks, equipment failures, diseased fish — these situations are stressful and time-sensitive. Basement Aquatics offers responsive troubleshooting consultations to identify the root cause and stop the damage fast.

We take a systematic approach to diagnosis rather than guessing and hoping. You get a clear explanation of what happened, why it happened, and a step-by-step recovery plan.