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Transform your outdoor space with a custom-designed waterfall built for beauty, relaxation, and low-maintenance enjoyment.
Backyard Waterfall Installation
Waterfall Construction Services
Turn your backyard into a peaceful retreat with a custom-designed pond or water feature. At LWI Designs, we specialize in koi pond installation, pondless waterfalls, and ornamental fish ponds that are built to last and tailored to your property. As a trusted outdoor pond builder in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, our design-first approach ensures your pond blends seamlessly into the landscape.
Different Types of Waterfalls
You may hear them called by different names such as pondfree waterfalls, garden waterfalls, or pondless waterfalls. Each of these terms refers to a water feature where the waterfall flows into a hidden underground basin instead of a pond. This design provides the beauty and sound of moving water without the maintenance of a full pond. It is a perfect option for homeowners who want the atmosphere of a water feature with less upkeep.
How Does a Recirculating Waterfall Work?
Share Your Vision & Custom Design
Expert Construction & Installation
Ongoing Care
A pondless (or pondfree) waterfall works by recirculating water from a hidden underground reservoir. The water is pumped back up to the top of the feature, flowing over rocks or streambeds to create the look and sound of a natural waterfall. With no open pond, it is safe for kids and pets, requires less maintenance, and can be installed in smaller yards where space is limited.
Why Homeowners Choose Waterfall Installation?
A backyard waterfall does more than improve curb appeal. It creates a natural focal point, masks unwanted noise from traffic or neighbors, and turns your outdoor area into a personal retreat. With options ranging from small garden waterfalls to larger cascading streams, we can design a feature that matches your lifestyle and enhances the value of your home.
After a year of gathering supplies and totally screwing up my own waterfall I decided to seek professional help. I called LWI. Dan came out, estimated the job and two work days later my new waterfall, patio and pond were done. Fair price and amazing personality.
Joe Traynere
Dan upgraded our small pond to what it is today and we are loving it! He totally redesigned it with his own creativity. He helps us maintain it, clean it, and just recently, added a new feature. Dan loves his job and it shows in the design and care of his clients!
Sharon Sampson
I cannot speak highly enough about our experience working with LWI Designs. Dan really knows what he’s doing and is so great to work with. We gave him some general ideas of what we were looking for and then he took it from there.
Wesley DeHoyos
What Our Clients Say About Their Water Features
Clients Feedback
See how homeowners turned their outdoor spaces into lasting retreats wth our custom ponds and water features.
See the Beauty of Custom Water Features in Action
Featured Projects
From tranquil koi ponds to dramatic waterfalls, each project is designed to fit the property and the homeowner’s lifestyle. Explore a few of our recent builds and full gallery for more inspiration.