Robin,
My best answer is .......probably. Depends on how big the pump is and how
small ( and how quiet ) the waterfall is. These pumps are , for the most
part, pretty quiet. The pump I have, a Sequence, is in a pump pit directly
under a ground level deck. The sound of the waterfall all but covers up the
sound of the pump, although if I am on the deck and specifically listen for
it, I can hear the pump making a soft humming sound, not at all obnoxious
though. Hope this helps.
Paul




"PoconoRobin" powlusr at ptd dot net wrote in message
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I'm a little concerned about the noise from the pump, since it will be
right next to my quiet patio. I know our above ground pool pump is
extremely noisy and can be heard inside the house with all the windows
shut. Will the sound of a small waterfall cover up the noise from this
pump?
--
Robin
The Poconos, PA


"Paul in Redland" wrote in message
...
Robin,
The only thing I would reconsider is the pump. The one you've selected is
an
electricity hog. Payback in less electricity used vs higher initial cost
of
a more efficient pump could be LESS than one year. After that, it's just
money saved. In general, submersible pumps are less efficient and have a
shorter lifespan than non-submersible ones and will NEVER leak oil into
the
pond. Sequence pumps made by MDM, (
http://www.mdminc.com/Sequence_Standard.htm ) are one of several brands
of
very efficient pumps. I have a MDM pump that has run for 8 years
non-stop,
except for when I clean the leaf trap out.
Just my $0.02, and of course, all the usual disclaimers apply.
Have fun with your new hobby,
Paul