email:   Spencer@waterwheelplace.com  Spencer Boyd   (706)207-1080 Look at this page,    get some ideas,    then go to the Water Wheel Styles page to help you decide which water wheel design works best for you along with any accessories you may want.      Generally mounting a water wheel is a simple operation with most water wheels being ready to add water to within 20 minutes of unpacking your water wheel and setting on your (or mine, yes I can supply the stand too) stand. My budget priced two foot basic water wheels are here.      Well made @ a fair price the basic waterwheels are a budget priced alternative to  the larger custom wheels. To the left are 2 Flared Spoke design water wheels.     The larger one is a 6 feet tall water wheel with 12 spokes per side and has adjustable steel hubs.     The smaller 30 inch waterwheel has all wood hubs and is currently spinning in Alabama.        A water wheel in your garden pond adds a vertical element, motion, and a unique touch that makes your water feature stand out.     Looking to make hydroelectric power with a water wheel?    I build power wheels using computer derived formulas to maximize their power potential. New hydroelectric generation package available.      Last picture on this page.

To the right is a Rustic style water wheel being installed using a single side mounting system with no support on one side of the wheel. From large to small, wide or narrow, ornamental or power producing, I can build a durable low maintence water wheel to fits your needs.  Check out the water wheel video on the tabs to the left.                   All of my water wheels are available as an undershot (pushed by the water running underneath) wheels to be run in a stream.

The waterwheel to the left is pushed by the water flowing under it (undershot) and is a popular location for weddings.     I installed it 3 years ago and dropped by last month to see how it was running and the customer was still very happy with it.    I generally use inland and western red cedar or cypress for their beauty and natural resistance to decay although other woods are available.        I also use double plated screws and bolts in predrilled/camphered holes and Lexal before staining and sealing to assure years of trouble free beauty. Since every waterwheel is a little different you will need to contact me with some ideas about what you are looking for so I can give you a firm quote.       Spencer Boyd       (706)207-1080       Spencer@waterwheelplace.com

To the right is a Rustic style water wheel which has been mounted in a spectacular water garden in Utah sure to grab the attention of any potential customers who may drive by.      Made from rough cut Cedar with black bolt construction my Rustic style water wheels make a strong impression with their massive construction simular to waterwheels from old mills.     You can see the optional wheel brakes mounted to the axle allowing this customer to run almost 1000 gallons per minute over the wheel while maintaining a slow steady speed with a lot of water splash. You tell me what you want and I will build it for you.

Anouther Best of Show winner- this one @ the trade show in UT.       Congratulations to Rock Placing Company of Spokane WA.      Four out of the last five water wheels I've built for companies that build trade show displays have won Best of Show awards.     If you look closely at the top of the picture you can see the ceiling and skylights from this indoor exibit which was sold to a person who attended the show. You can also buy water wheel plans from me.

My water wheels can be mounted with supports on either side or using a single side mount (additional charge) like the one on an old mill house to the right.     While not a traditional mounting method single sided mounting shows your wheel better and minimizes pinch points (important if a child could stick his arm between the spinning spokes).       The 2nd picture on this page (man with the garden hose) is also a single side mount.        With a smaller water wheel single side mounting is fairly simple but with wheels over 5 feet diamater (getting heavier) the bearing supports can get very large. I'm the only person in N. America who offers this option,     Heck I'm the only guy who builds waterwheels this well designed and tested over 10 years and counting. I run 4 test wheels in my ponds and check on older wheels I've built to help me learn what works and what doesn't, it's a learning process to help assure that you receive the best designed and built water wheels possible.

To the left is the ultimate in ornamental water wheels for a koi pond.     This functional Inner-Spoke style water wheel has split spokes and optional steel hubs.       Mounted on a basic stand kit (adjustable pump included) this 5 foot wheel with optional adjustable metal hubs will be installed in a "waterless" pond in Idaho.     This design is so beautiful several museums have ordered them for their art collections.

This customer has really built a nice pond into his driveway turnaround using simple lines and heavy timbers to make a water feature that blends in with the raised area with the tree behind and the water splash can be heard from the house.      The Flared Spoke style water wheel is mounted on one of my basic stands which are designed to sit directly in your pond and includes a built in wheel brake. Spencer Boyd   (706)207-1080       Spencer@waterwheelplace.com

I have run my water wheels at my home and local businesses for years and have learned what works and what doesn't over time so not only are designed to look good  but I know they will last for many years with only 1-2 hours maintence per year (depending on wheel size). About a third of the wheels I make are to replace waterwheels built by craftsman who make water wheels that leak like a seive from day 1, rust (all metal wheels - even expensive powercoated water wheels rust (check out this page), or fall apart due to poor wood selection so why buy from someone who claims to make a good product when you may need to buy a well made low maintence replacement built by me in a few years often @ a lower price. To the left is a flared spoke water wheel being mounted on a deluxe stand for shipment to FL  (call for pricing).      See this wheel in action here. You can see a Basic Stand here.

Have a stream and want to make a little electricity with your water wheel?     I build gearing platforms and durable low maintance hydroelectric generator setups or can supply the parts for you to build your own.      Designed for low drag (to maximize efficiency) my generator platforms are made from plasma cut 1/4" steel with gearing ratios from 6-1  to  as high as 175- 1 in several torque ratings for easy matching to your hydro source.To learn more go to my hydroelectric page.                         Spencer (706)207-1080       Search Engine Optimization and SEO Tools

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