Carl Petite owns Columbia Water Gardens in California. Known for innovative solutions, he collaborates with other contractors nationwide as well as runs a full service construction and maintenance business. With numerous industry awards, Carl has a passion for teaching, problem solving and community. Check out his YouTube channel that is filled with helpful videos and presently over 24,000 subscribers.

The Eliminator Pond: Engineering the Ultimate Recreational Swim Pond

By Carl Petite / August 31, 2026 / 1 Comment

When a project begins as a simple pondless waterfall and evolves into a massive, 350,000-gallon recreational swim pond, you know you are in for an extraordinary ride. But nothing quite prepared our team for the sheer scale, logistical hurdles and technical challenges that lay ahead. From managing subterranean groundwater and transporting 250 tons of rock […]

More Than a Splash Pad: Designing Water for Safety, Sensory Needs and Joy

By Carl Petite / June 20, 2026 / 0 Comments

Every single consultation we go on as professionals is a shot at solving someone’s problems. In this heartwarming project, we were challenged to unwrap a complex set of needs and bring the joy of water to an autistic adult named Brian and his mother, Linda. I recently had the honor of working on a project […]

Contractor’s Corner Exclusive | Channeling Co-opetition

By Carl Petite / March 6, 2017 / 2 Comments

Before I get started, I want to congratulate the folks at Pondliner for hosting such an amazing event this year at the Water Garden Expo. Although I was unable to attend the WGE this year, I looked at pictures shared by friends on Facebook, and I saw something truly special — unity. I saw industry […]

How to Succeed in Business by Being You!

By Carl Petite / September 1, 2013 / 0 Comments

Harnessing the power of YouTube, Carl Petite transformed his business by selling an entirely new product: himself. Learn how “The Pond Product Review Guy” went from a few low-quality videos to a thriving Internet presence with thousands of views — and how you too can watch your sales skyrocket just by being you!

Starting a Business in a Down Economy

By Carl Petite / November 1, 2010 / 0 Comments

Learn how it is possible to start a new pond business in a down economy. Carl Petitie will share his seven keys to success; like having a good foundation to build upon.

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