seeking aquarium service to assist with installation

[kkcrowe]

Hello, folks. I have a 180 g acrylic that I need drilled and overflows installed. I am also looking to hire someone to handle all the plumbing work, as I don't quite trust myself to not make a mistake and regret it.

I will have the gear; sump/refugium, air pumps, skimmer, etc., I am just needing help with the drilling and plumbing. I inquired at the LFS and they were nice, but didn't seem too comfortable drilling a tank that was not theirs or plumbing to gear that was not theirs, either. They gave me an estimate of 6 hrs work which seemed a little longer than I thought would be needed, and didn't know if this time was tacked on b/c they would rather setup and service their own tanks.

I am in Marietta would gladly take recommendations from experienced aquarists who have dealt with a local aquarium service and been very happy with the results.

After help with the initial setup, I am good as I like to handle that stuff myself; just drilling, installing overflows, and plumbing all the gear.

Thanks for any help,

Kevin

 

[grouper therapy]

6 hrs seems very reasonable time frame.

 

[kkcrowe]

thanks for the reply. I guess that's normal, then. Not having done this myself, I wasn't sure. Appreciate it,

kevin

 

[hnguyen]

+1 6 hours is a fair time. I sent about 3 hours helping friend do his plumping and it was just a frag tank.


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[hnguyen]

You said your tank is acrylic. Those are easy to drill. I've drilled all my acrylic tanks myself with no ill effects. Depending on when you want to do this, I may be able to stop by and give you a hand.

Also, what kind of overflow is it? Is it a HOB or inside overflow that needs to be installed?

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[kkcrowe]

Thanks for the response. I was initially thinking inside with a "castle" in each back corner, but am open for recommendations. My only other sw setup was a glass 90g with a hob overflow, so I have a lot to learn. Appreciate it,

Kevin

 

[hnguyen]

Inside is good, Do you already have the overflow boxes made or is that something you need to get?

 

[kkcrowe]

still something I need to get. I was waiting to discuss options with whoever I had drill and install the overflow. I am definitely open to various overflow positionings and setups, just want it to work well.

I got a couple pm's recommending some good experiences with installers. I appreciate it, everyone.