Carolina Reef Co. is your trusted local aquarium specialist serving the Charlotte area. We’re passionate about the hobby and dedicated to ensuring your aquatic ecosystem thrives. From routine cleaning to maintaining delicate coral and fish health, we handle the hard work so you can simply sit back and enjoy the view. 🐠
Whether you’re a beginner setting up your first tank or a seasoned hobbyist with a complex reef, we provide professional, reliable care tailored to your needs.
Our Services Include:
🐠Professional cleaning and algae removal
🐠Regular water testing and parameter balancing
🐠Scheduled water changes
🐠Coral health monitoring and fish care
🐠New tank consultations and setup
🐠Equipment check-ups and maintenance
We make aquarium ownership easy and stress-free. Message us today for a custom quote and let’s get your tank looking its absolute best!
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 30 times
Background checked
1 employee
1 year in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Service type
Treat disease
Test water
Replace
Clean
Water type
Freshwater
Saltwater
Animal type
Fish
Live rock
Reptile
Crustacean
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
Exceptional 5.0
12 reviews
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Lizette M.
Jun 10, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I have two tank a 75 and a 125. It became too much for me to keep up with. So I found Dane. I sent him a text he responded wright away. We set up an appointment and he showed up on time. To make a long story short my tanks are clean and clear. I will be having him to come out monthly to service my tanks.
Details: Clean • Freshwater • Fish
Aquarium Services
Sandy C.
Jul 2, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Dane did a great job on my aquarium and I look forward to working with him!
Details: Clean • Test water • Freshwater • Fish
Aquarium Services
Ellen w.
Jul 22, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Dane did a thorough job, cleaning my fountain and educated me on things that I could do to keep it more clean in the future. I would highly recommend him. He will be my fountain man going forward!
Details: Outdoors • Fountain • No repairs needed only maintenance • Water is dirty/has algae • Owner
Water Feature Repair and Maintenance
Jennifer W.
Jul 15, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I hired Dane to clean my dad’s pond and trim a plant that was out of control in the pond. Dane did an excellent job! He did a thorough job, ensured both filters were cleaned out and trimmed back the plant. He was great at explaining things and also helping me understand keeping the water clear and clean. I will be using Dane going forward to help maintain my dad’s pond.
Water Feature Repair and Maintenance
Bobbie W.
Apr 13, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I was having a hard time keeping with my son’s turtle, Toby, and his aquatic home. Dane responded and helped the next day. Sooo thankful!! Will definitely be using his services again.
Details: Clean • Freshwater • Reptile
Aquarium Services
Credentials
Background Check
Dane Von Dyck
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing depends on tank size and condition. I offer first-time customer discounts and provide clear, upfront pricing before starting any work. I also offer ongoing maintenance plans for customers who want to keep their tanks consistently clean and healthy.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I start by understanding the tank size, setup, and any issues the customer is experiencing. From there, I assess the condition of the tank and provide a clear plan for cleaning and stabilization. After the service, I make sure everything is running properly and can recommend a maintenance plan to keep the tank in great condition.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My experience comes from hands-on aquarium maintenance, water quality management, and ongoing research into fish health and tank ecosystems. I’ve worked with a wide range of setups and continuously stay up to date on best practices for maintaining healthy aquariums.
