Not Sure What Your Aquarium Needs?

EXPERT AQUARIUM HELP IN CHICAGO

Get experienced help with aquarium setup, water quality, equipment, livestock and troubleshooting from Big Fish Aquarium.

Whether you’re starting a new tank or trying to solve a problem with an existing freshwater, saltwater or reef aquarium, we’ll help you determine the right next step.

What We Can Help With

Aquarium Setup & Planning

Help choosing the right tank, equipment, livestock and setup for your goals.

Water Quality Problems

Guidance for cloudy water, unstable parameters and other water-quality concerns.

Equipment Troubleshooting

Help with filtration, pumps, heaters, lighting and other aquarium equipment.

Fish, Coral & Plant Concerns

Expert guidance when something in your aquarium doesn’t look or behave normally.

PERSONALIZED AQUARIUM GUIDANCE

gET ANSWERS BEFORE YOU GUESS.

Aquarium problems can have more than one cause. Instead of replacing equipment or changing treatments without a clear reason, start with an experienced review of your system.

Big Fish Aquarium can help evaluate your aquarium setup, equipment, water conditions and livestock so you have a clearer plan for what to do next.

STARTING A NEW AQUARIUM?

Build Your Aquarium With a Better Plan

Not every consultation starts with a problem.

If you’re planning a freshwater, saltwater or reef aquarium, we can help you think through tank size, filtration, lighting, livestock compatibility and other important setup decisions before you buy.

NEED SOMEONE TO COME TO YOU?

Home Aquarium Support

Some aquarium issues are easier to evaluate in person. Big Fish Aquarium also offers in-home aquarium services for local customers who need aquarium checkups, equipment checks, vacation care or hands-on support.

Have an Aquarium Question? Start Here.

Tell us what’s happening with your aquarium and what you’ve already tried. We’ll help you determine whether consultation, maintenance, home service or another solution makes the most sense.