Your Certified Partner for 12 Years of Aquatic Management & Decorative Water Feature Excellence in New York
About Us
Serving - Rochester, Buffalo, Corning (NY) & Surrounding Areas of Western & Central New York
About Us
Our Story/Mission
A-TIP Control, Inc. and Serenity Waterscapes were founded on a simple, powerful mission: to deliver the most expert, sustainable, and reliable aquatic management solutions in New York. We exist to protect and enhance your water resources, from the smallest backyard pond to the largest municipal lake. Our core commitment is to the environmental health and functional beauty of every property we serve.
Our combined operations, overseen by Key Personnel like COO Lucas Schmidt, cover the full spectrum of water features. A-TIP Control focuses on the technical, commercial-scale demands of lake management and aquatic ecosystem services. Our sister division, Serenity Waterscapes, is dedicated to the artistry and maintenance of residential water features, specializing in custom pond installation and decorative garden fountains.
This dual-focused approach allows us to deliver specialized care, whether you are a golf course manager needing comprehensive water analysis or a homeowner wanting a beautiful, low-maintenance backyard oasis.
We proudly trace our roots back 12 Years in business, and our operators bring decades of practical experience managing every type of property: from complex golf courses and large lake associations to wetland mitigation sites and private residences. This depth of experience means we’ve seen every problem and have a proven solution tailored to the unique climate of Western NY and Upstate NY.
We are a tight-knit team of 6 Employees who are passionate about water. Every member of our staff is dedicated to the craft, bringing technical precision and personal commitment to your project. Our dedication is simple: we focus on delivering the best results possible for your property, ensuring your water feature is healthy, safe, and perpetually beautiful.
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Expertise & Credentials
Trust is earned through proven expertise and certification. Our comprehensive credentials ensure we meet the highest industry standards for technical skill and regulatory compliance:
Expertise & Credentials:
- 12 Years in business serving Western and Upstate NY.
- Certified Aquatic Specialist for advanced ecosystem management.
- Sepro Preferred Applicator for industry-leading aquatic products.
- Airmax Ecosystems Dealer for superior aeration and diffusion systems.
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Contact Our Experts
Ready to work with a dedicated team that combines years of technical expertise with a passion for beautiful water features? Let us put our certifications and experience to work for you.
Contact us today for a consultation. Call us directly at +1 585-335-9299 or click below:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Company
1. How does your Certified Aquatic Specialist designation benefit my water feature?
Our Certified Aquatic Specialist designation means our team has undergone rigorous training in water chemistry, fish health, and complex ecosystem dynamics. This expertise allows us to provide solutions that go beyond simple maintenance, addressing the root causes of issues like chronic algae and poor water quality to ensure a long-term, sustainable solution.
2. What makes your aquatic management team unique in the Western NY area?
Our team is unique due to our dual-company structure. We offer the high-level scientific and regulatory expertise of A-TIP Control for lake management, combined with the aesthetic, design-focused approach of Serenity Waterscapes for residential pond installation. This means you get a single, highly specialized resource for every aquatic need across Western NY.
3. Who will be managing the day-to-day work on my property?
All work on your property is overseen by one of our team of 6 Employees, ensuring consistent quality and attention to detail. We pride ourselves on clear communication and accountability, and key personnel like Lucas Schmidt, COO, ensure that our field teams operate with maximum efficiency and professionalism.
4. What does being a Sepro Preferred Applicator mean for my property?
Being a Sepro Preferred Applicator means we have achieved a high level of training and partnership with a leading manufacturer of aquatic management products. This status ensures that we have direct access to the latest, most effective, and safest EPA-registered herbicides and algaecides, allowing us to deliver targeted treatments with guaranteed results.
5. Why is the Airmax Ecosystems Dealer designation important for aeration?
As an Airmax Ecosystems Dealer, we are certified partners with a top manufacturer of aeration and water quality systems. This means we have specialized knowledge in correctly sizing, installing, and servicing their high-efficiency aeration systems and diffusion equipment, ensuring you receive a superior product that maximizes dissolved oxygen levels and water circulation.
6. What kind of experience do your operators have with large-scale projects?
Our team brings decades of practical experience managing highly complex, large-scale aquatic assets. This includes extensive work with golf course water features, large homeowners’ association lakes, wetland mitigation sites, and municipal water bodies, giving us proven authority that goes well beyond standard residential pond care.
7. How does the dual focus of A-TIP Control and Serenity Waterscapes benefit the customer?
The dual-company structure means you benefit from specialized care. A-TIP Control provides technical, certified services like lake management and regulatory compliance, while Serenity Waterscapes handles the creative design and residential installation of beautiful water features. You receive comprehensive, seamless service regardless of the size or scope of your project.
8. How does your 12 Years in business translate to better service for my pond?
Our 12 Years in business represents a deep institutional knowledge of the specific challenges facing water features in the Upstate NY climate, from harsh winters to summer algae blooms. This longevity ensures we have tested, proven solutions for every problem and guarantees our stability and reliability as your long-term aquatic management partner.
9. Is your expertise tailored to the unique climate of Western NY and Upstate NY?
Absolutely. Our long history of service across Western NY and Upstate NY means all our treatment and installation methods are adapted for the region’s specific soil, weather patterns, and native aquatic species. We know how to prepare water features for hard winters and manage the intense algae and weed growth cycles of the summer.
10. What is Lucas Schmidt’s role in ensuring the quality of work?
Lucas Schmidt, our COO, plays a critical role in overseeing operations. His involvement ensures that the high standards of technical precision, customer communication, and professionalism are consistently met by all 6 Employees in the field. He is key to maintaining the company’s commitment to delivering the best results possible for your property.
Locations
We Serve The Following Areas:
A-TIP Control, Inc. proudly serves clients throughout Western, Central, and Upstate New York, including the following main cities, towns, and counties:- Primary Service Town/City: Rochester, NY
- Primary Service County: Monroe County
- Secondary Service Cities: Buffalo, Corning, Syracuse
- Additional Service Counties: Livingston, Erie, Steuben
Additional Service Towns: Dansville, Arkport, Hornell, Bath, Horseheads, Elmira, Ithaca, Watkins Glen, Henrietta, Pittsford, Mendon, Honeoye Falls, Irondequoit, Webster, Ontario, Williamson, Penfield, Victor, Canandaigua, Bloomfield, Mt. Morris, Geneseo, Avon, Caledonia, Livonia, Conesus, Batavia, Warsaw, Arcade, East Aurora, Orchard Park, Hamburg, Williamsville, Grand Island


