About
Aqua Creations in Lakewood, New Jersey, is a full-service custom aquarium company that designs, builds, installs, and maintains saltwater and freshwater tanks — and they do it with a level of craftsmanship that clients describe as transformative. One customer had Jay and the team extend a wall in their condo to accommodate a salt water tank, then match the cabinetry exactly to the kitchen. " These aren't off-the-shelf setups — they're bespoke installations built to fit a client's space, taste, and lifestyle.
Led by Jay, Aaron (affectionately called "the Fish Doctor" by at least one reviewer), and Sol, the Aqua Creations team handles everything from concept through ongoing monthly maintenance. Multiple clients report five-plus years of consistent, reliable service visits, with technicians described as neat, punctual, and deeply knowledgeable. They service koi ponds as well, extending their reach beyond interior aquariums.
For those eyeing a reef aquarium, one customer who met with several companies said no one matched Aqua Creations in any category — technology, design, aquaculture, or pricing. What stands out most across the reviews is the team's patience and attention to detail. One client recounts the crew spending hours positioning every stone in their tank until it was perfect.
Another highlights Aaron's responsiveness — always answering the phone, always available with an answer. The company draws clients from well beyond Lakewood, with one reviewer traveling from Doylestown, Pennsylvania, calling it the best professional home aquarium service near Philadelphia and South Jersey. Aqua Creations isn't a retail fish shop — it's a design and maintenance operation that delivers custom saltwater and freshwater aquariums as living installations.
If you're planning a reef tank, a planted freshwater display, or koi pond service in the greater New Jersey area, they bring the rare combination of creative design, technical precision, and long-term reliability that this hobby demands.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Custom-built aquariums with cabinetry matched to existing home interiors
- Long-term monthly maintenance relationships spanning 5+ years
- Full design-to-installation service for saltwater reef and freshwater tanks
- Koi pond servicing available
- Serves clients across New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia area
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Jay, Aaron, Erin, and the entire Aqua team have been an absolute pleasure to work with. They were hands-on with the design, thought outside the box, delivered on time with fabrication and installation, offered great pricing on the tank and maintenance, and continue to provide incredible customer service. Highly recommend!”
— Elie Reiner5.0a day ago“Great product it's working fantastic! They did what they said they would do custom Fishtank was done and delivered in time.”
— Christopher Wolk5.0Edited 3 months ago“I love how much the Fish Doctor knows fish! gorgeous aquarium! would definitely recommend!”
— yehuda flohr5.02 years ago“Best professional home aquarium any where close to the Philadelphia and south New Jersey areas. I highly recommend Aqua Creations. Don Jordan, Doylestown, PA.”
— Don Jordan5.02 years ago“Aqua creations has the friendliest and most patient staff. They spent hours setting up and positioning every stone in my tank until I absolutely loved it. The customer service and patience is endless as I care for the fish we have. Thanks Aaron and crew for your service”
— gittie orimland5.02 years ago“Aqua has been a great vendor for us. Great service and quality all around. Thank you Aqua Creations”
— Mark Friedman5.02 years ago“They built, installed and maintain our custom fishtank beautifully for over 5 years. Their service people are neat, punctual and really know what they are doing. Whenever I have a question, they are readily available and always have the answer.”
— Raquel Marte5.02 years ago“Great company, friendly to work with . They service my koi pond. Happy fish Happy life”
— David Rosenberg5.02 years ago“these guys are amazing, they took my dream of owning a salt water tank from a dream to a reality, from Design to finish, and monthly maintenance, ARON is amazing, always answers the phone, their team is very professional , HIGLHY RECCOMENDED”
— Abe Farkas5.02 years ago“The best people in the business, they exceeded my expectations!”
— Tires On Wheels5.02 years ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (732) 730-7060 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Aqua Creations I Custom Aquariums and Maintenance.