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Message: [QUOTE="Miami Al, post: 472150, member: 16696"] There are two filtration system. System 1: 1 Bottom Drain -> Prefilter 1 -> Urn - that is currently running with near zero water loss. Therefore, I conclude the the Bottom Drain, Prefilter 1, and Urn are NOT problems. System 2: Skimmer -> Prefilter 2 -> 3 Bogs When System 2 is running, there is a LOT of water loss. A quick test of filling the bucket showed no leakage outside the water. It is now coated with marine sealant at each opening. There is no visible leakage in the skimmer, bucket, or around the bogs. I did have leaks early on with one of them. I emptied it out, coated it with roof sealant and covered with flashing. It now does not leak. I am going to test each piece separately. However, in my old pond, that just had pumps into front fed spitters, I had substantial water loss. Wind, sun, etc., is real. And it's really hot hear. I also had several times this summer I had to top off my pool a few days a week. This has been a weird summer here. This is my first time with bogs, the plants, the rock filtration, etc., and it's brand new with plants establishing. That's why I wanted to know from people what is possible with "non leaking" side of the equation. I know that I can lose an inch or two from evaporation. My concern was it starting to look like 6-10 inches a day. We will see as I address. Tomorrow I will reinsert this system and see if I can narrow it down. [/QUOTE]