Scott Aerator De-Icers

Scott Aerator de-icers — protecting your dock and pond all winter

A pond de-icer keeps an open area of water around your dock and shoreline through the winter months, protecting your dock from ice expansion damage and maintaining a breathing hole for fish and aquatic life. Scott Aerator builds their de-icers with the same stainless steel construction and quality standards as their fountain lineup — designed for continuous operation through the most demanding winter conditions.

Scott Aerator de-icers are thermostatically controlled, which means they activate automatically when water temperature approaches freezing and shut off when it warms — running only when needed and extending motor life significantly compared to units that run continuously regardless of conditions.

How Scott Aerator de-icers work

Unlike aerators that push air from the bottom up, de-icers work by drawing warmer water from below the surface and circulating it to prevent ice formation at the surface. This targeted circulation keeps a reliable open area around the dock without aerating the entire pond — energy-efficient and effective for dock protection specifically.

Choosing the right Scott Aerator de-icer

The right model depends primarily on your dock size, pond size, and the severity of your winter climate:

• Milder winter climates with moderate freezing: smaller models handle dock protection well
• Colder climates with extended hard freezes: step up to a higher-output model for reliable open water
• Larger dock structures or commercial properties: multiple units positioned along the dock perimeter

If you're unsure which model fits your situation, call us at 888-825-6214. We're happy to recommend the right unit based on your dock size and local winter conditions.

Scott Aerator warranty

All Scott Aerator de-icers carry the same unconditional 5-year motor warranty as their fountain lineup — the strongest warranty in the category. If the motor fails for any reason within five years, it's replaced.

For general pond de-icer options from all brands including Kasco Marine and Powerhouse, see our full de-icers collection. For questions about winterizing your pond beyond de-icing, call us at 888-825-6214.