Aquarium Maintenance in Central Florida

Maintaining a healthy, vibrant aquarium has never been easier. At Top Shelf Aquatics, our expert team offers tailored maintenance packages designed to keep your saltwater or freshwater aquarium pristine and thriving. With over a decade of experience, we ensure clean tanks, balanced water chemistry, and a stress-free experience for you. Whether you’re a hobbyist or have a commercial display, we’ve got you covered.

Professional Aquarium Maintenance Services

Servicing Aquariums of All Sizes

Is maintaining your aquarium becoming overwhelming? Or do you want to have a piece of the ocean in your home? As expert providers of aquarium maintenance proudly serving Greater Orlando, Orange and Lake Counties, and neighboring Central Florida communities, we understand that keeping your underwater ecosystem healthy requires time, knowledge, and dedication. That's why our certified aquarium maintenance professionals offer comprehensive fish tank maintenance services designed to keep your aquatic paradise pristine and thriving.

With over 10+ years of professional aquarium maintenance experience, we handle everything from routine cleaning to complex system maintenance, letting you simply enjoy your beautiful aquatic display.

Types of Customers We Serve

  • Residential

    Keep your home aquarium looking its best. We handle everything from routine cleaning to water quality checks, so your fish stay healthy, and your tank looks clear and beautiful—whether it’s a simple freshwater tank or a more complex saltwater setup.

  • Commerical

    Make your aquarium an impressive part of your business. We take care of regular maintenance, ensuring clean, well-balanced water and healthy fish and coral so your tank is always pristine for clients or guests.

  • Luxury

    For custom, high-end aquariums, we offer specialized care that keeps even the most intricate setups running smoothly. We focus on every detail, from water chemistry to keeping your tank looking immaculate, so your aquarium remains a true standout feature in your home.

Overall Maintenance Tasks

    • Full water testing performed each visit
    • Inside and outside glass cleaning
    • Removing salt creep
    • Emptying/ cleaning protein skimmer
    • Removing excess algae from coral inserts
    • 1-2x water changes per month
    • Filling ATO reservoir to replace evaporation
    • Changing carbon/phosphate media (bio-pellet media if needed)
    • Replacing filter roller fleece
    • Filling automatic feeder
    • Servicing powerheads/lights (handling all equpiment warrenties if needed)
    • Monitoring of Apex controller
    • Replacing UV sterilizer bulbs (if needed)
    • Medicating aquarium (if needed)
    • Keeping up with any doser additives (if needed)
    • Observing fish for signs of stress or negative behavior
    • Adjust lighting
    • Water will be pumped from the technician's vehicle or brought in with Brut trash cans.

Saltwater: Bi-weekly or Monthly 20-30% water changes using the best Aquarium Salts and 0 TDS RODI Water. Water is included in your monthly price, roughly 150-200 Gallons/month (value of $1.85/gallon-value of $277.50-$370/month).

Freshwater: RODI freshwater or Top Off (approximately 70-100 gallons per month). RODI water is included in your monthly service (value of $1.00/gallon-value of/month).

Livestock Guarantee: Any new livestock that is purchased and added by Top Shelf Aquatics is guaranteed for 14 days (longest guarantee in Industry) for our Weekly Clinets to ensure proper fit and acclimation to aquarium. This guarantee only applies to approved items and customers that are taking our advice. Our guarantee is extended to 30 days with bi-weekly service.

  • Premium Weekly Maintenance Package
    (52 Visits/Year)

    Our all-inclusive weekly aquarium maintenance service provides complete peace of mind for busy aquarium owners. This comprehensive package includes:

    • Professional water quality testing and adjustment
    • Complete system inspection and cleaning
    • Filter maintenance and media replacement
    • Substrate vacuuming and debris removal
    • Algae control and glass cleaning
    • Equipment check and optimization
    • Detailed water chemistry reports
    • Everything except daily feeding
  • Essential Bi-Weekly Maintenance Package (26 Visits/Year)

    Perfect for hands-on aquarium enthusiasts who want professional support while maintaining *involvement in their aquarium's care. This package includes:

    • Bi-weekly professional maintenance visits
    • Professional water quality testing and adjustment
    • Essential system cleaning
    • Equipment checks
    • Guidance for between-visit maintenance
    • Custom care instructions for your specific setup

      * = Note: For optimal aquarium health, you will have to recommend supplementing our bi-weekly service with basic maintenance between visits. We'll provide detailed instructions and support to help you maintain perfect conditions.

Maintenance Done For You

As a part of both maintenance packages, if you decide you want to add new fish or coral to your aquarium or need to pick up additional supplies, you can do so from the comfort of your home. At your request, we’ll deliver new fish, corals, media, chemicals and/or equipment at your next scheduled maintenance appointment.

  • Decade of Expert Experience


    With over 10 years of specialized aquarium maintenance experience, we've successfully maintained everything from intimate nano tanks to expansive commercial installations. Our deep expertise ensures your aquatic system receives the highest level of professional care.

  • Convenient Home/Office Service + Exclusive Benefits 

    Experience the ultimate convenience in aquarium care. As a Top Shelf Aquatics maintenance client, you'll enjoy:

    • Doorstep delivery of new fish, coral, and supplies during maintenance visits
    • Exclusive discounts on our extensive inventory of premium aquarium products
    • Special pricing on livestock and equipment
    • Priority access to new arrivals
    • Expert guidance on stocking and equipment upgrades
  • Licensed, Insured, and Professional


    Rest easy knowing your aquarium is in qualified hands:

    • Fully licensed and insured business
    • Certified aquarium maintenance professionals
    • Comprehensive coverage for your protection
    • Regular staff training and certification updates

Types of Ecosystems We Maintain 

  • Reef Aquariums

    • Expert care for sensitive coral ecosystems
    • Specialized lighting maintenance
    • Advanced water chemistry management
    • Coral nutrition and supplementation
    • Professional fragging services available
  • Fish-Only Marine Systems

    • Customized water parameter management
    • Species-specific care protocols
    • Expert fish health monitoring
    • Proper filtration maintenance
    • Population management guidance
  • Freshwater Aquariums

    • Planted tank maintenance
    • Community tank care
    • Discus and other sensitive species
    • Custom biotope creation
    • Live plant care and trimming
  • Specialty Systems

    • Predator tanks
    • Species-specific setups
    • Mixed reef environments
    • Custom biotopes
    • Breeding systems

Aquarium Maintenance Across Central Florida

  • Greater Orlando Metro Area

    • Winter Park
    • Downtown Orlando
    • Thornton Park
    • Delaney Park
    • Baldwin Park
    • Maitland
    • Dr. Phillips
    • Windermere
    • Islesworth
    • MetroWest
    • Winter Garden
  • Northeast Orlando & UCF Area

    • Waterford Lakes — UCF
    • Avalon Park
    • Winter Springs
    • Oviedo
    • Casselberry
  • North Central Florida

    • Lake Mary
    • Sanford
    • Altamonte Springs
    • Apopka
  • Lake County Communities

    • Mount Dora
    • Eustis
    • Tavares
    • Leesburg
    • Clermont
  • South Orlando Region

    • Hunter's Creek
    • South Orlando
    • Kissimmee
  • Extended Service Areas

    • Spring Hill & Tampa
    • New Smyrna Beach
    • Orange County (All Areas)
    • Lake County (All Areas)