Spring cleaning for a reef?

sump cleaning(detritus build up)
pumps (2x nero 3, return pump, skimmer pump)

i am one of those that doesn't like doing those things, so i always end up doing it every 6mo or so..
 
I usually try to clean my sump, pumps, and anything else that I've been neglectful of in maintenance.
i forgot to include the fans to my lights(2x AI Hydra, 1 AI prime fuge)
 
I typically do my "spring" cleaning in the fall... because I don't do a whole lot to my system during the nice months. But I have recently cleaned all of my pumps (about twice per year) so I guess that counts.

Guess I should probably do a sand vacuum...
 
Using an ancient diatom filter I stir up the entire substrate down to my Undergravel filter where I can reach, blow out the pores in rock (where I can reach) and suck out everything with that filter.

 
I cleaned my glass last night does that count? Ha! Really though I need to do some equipment cleaning bad!
 
I plan on pulling my entire skimmer from the sump for a deep cleaning with the hose on the next warm sunny day…. Not today tho
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i crack my knuckles, put this on: , i get a turkey baster & once the song reaches 1:17 i start basting like my life depends on it, until 1:35 which is when i start killing all the little demon bugs & vermetid snails in my tank.
 

IF YOU HAD TO TAKE A REEFING EXAM, WOULD YOU PASS?

  • Yes!

    Votes: 32 45.7%
  • Not yet, but I have one that I want to buy in mind!

    Votes: 9 12.9%
  • No.

    Votes: 26 37.1%
  • Other (please explain).

    Votes: 3 4.3%
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