My name is Kerry Kardell and I am “The Fishman”. My love for aquariums and their inhabitants started over three decades ago when my father purchased for me my first aquarium from my local fish store. I was hooked “pardon the pun” and from then on no weekend was complete until we had made a trip to the local aquarium store to check things out. As a matter of fact, I frequented it so much that in 1982 they gave me a job. Now being that I was very young, my day consisted mostly of learning about everything, but my interest was mostly in keeping saltwater systems, “which at the time were still pretty archaic, with regular use of undergravel and external hanging systems”. The rest of my day was spent doing grunt work, like bagging natural gravel in five and ten pound bags, and cleaning feeder flats and corner filters, “30 to be exact,” on a daily basis. But for me, as a young man, working in that environment was essential in setting the ground work for a life long career.
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Cyndi P.

12/29/2016

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I was introduced to kerry when he was in Burbank. He owned Scales n Tails.....not only is he an AwEsOmE Fishman.....reptiles r also his forte!!!! This guy is truly amazing. Thanx kerry for who and what u r. Your the BeSt...

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myron....

12/01/2011

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We have a saltwater tank for m...

We have a saltwater tank for many years. Thanks to Kerry now we really know what a true aquarium service really is. All other guys should learn from Kerry. He provides very professional, reliable and honest service. He helps the fish tank "headaches" go away.

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vahan_g

11/29/2011

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I’ve had a saltwater reef ta...

I’ve had a saltwater reef tank in my office for over four years. Before Kerry took over two years ago, my old so called specialist had used the wrong filtration system, so my coral and fish kept on dying. Now that Kerry has taken over, my tank actually looks and functions as a reef tank. Kerry always walks in my office on time and with a smile. He’s very knowledgeable, courteous and professional. I’m very happy with his work and highly recommend him. He is THE FISHMAN.



Vahan, Reseda, CA

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keb123

10/14/2010

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The aquarium has never looked better!

I have had a saltwater aquarium for around 12 years. During that time I have had numerous specialists taking care of it but it has never looked better than it has in the last year since THE FISHMAN has taken care of it. He has an impressive knowledge about the chemistry required to keep both the corals and the fish alive, and which organisms will thrive together. I no longer feel that my tank is a death sentence for the creatures in it. THE FISHMAN is organized, his prices are fair, and he is a welcome person in my house. In addition, I trust him completely with access to my house when I am not here.

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scottdina70

11/06/2009

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The right guy for the job

Kerry (The Fishman) has been doing the maintenance on my office tank for over a year and I can say that he is the best! Kerry is also a great guy to shoot the breeze with. He always has good things to say. I know that he is also a very good family man.

So, if you need a real down to earth guy to do the maintenance on your take please give Kerry a call.



Thanks Kerry! You Rock!

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eharris91604

11/03/2009

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The Fishman IS the MAN

Kerry is efficient, VERY knowledgeable & dependable. I was just about to give up on our pond & koi fish until Kerry came along - THANK YOU



EH, Studio City

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hidezine

09/06/2009

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The Fishman

Kerry is the best! Kerry stepped in and saved my fish!! I was under contract with another service that wasn't staying on top of my pond. I was told that everything was fine as the pond turned green and the fish began to show signs of stress. Kerry was very diplomatic as he explained the status of my pond and what the next step would be to bring it back to a clear healthy environment. He cares about your pond and fish as if it was his own. I invested a lot of time and money creating this beautiful garden and now I have someone who sees this as I do and not just another account. Kerry is prompt and he does what he says he will do every time, not just in the beginning of his service contract like so many others. I couldn’t be happier with his work. I highly recommend his service. He is a great guy with a great attitude!

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ca91304

02/12/2009

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Kerry, You Rock!!!

Kerry has been taking care of my fish for over 30 years...I have watched him grow up from a shy, crazy

kid to a very responsible, smart, caring man...He knows everything you would ever want to know about fish..

he just saved my fish from "hole in the head Disease" a couple of days ago..through the years, he is always

on time, we enjoy catching up with our families, since we grew up together...It is wonderful to see such a happy,

loving, honest Family man...there are not alot around anymore...

I would highly recommend him...he is always right and cares about the fish...he is dedicated...

Thanks Kerry, for all the faithful years!!!

Gail VanDyke

West Hills

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tmb321

02/10/2009

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You are the BEST!!

Kerry has been servicing our fish tanks and pond for years and he is great. He is always there to take care of our needs. And if I am not sure about something he is always willing to stop by the office to take care of it. Don���t know what we would do without you Kerry! Thanks for all the hard work!!

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reinhold

12/13/2008

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PROFESSIONAL

Quality, Knowledge, Perfection… The Fishman has always been there to help answer any questions or to show you how to clean your Fish tank the right way. Need accessories or fishes? No problem The Fishman gives the best quality and at reasonable prices. I recommend the Fishman to anyone who is new to the Hobby or a veteran.

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soccerkerr

10/15/2008

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Great Service

They have serviced my saltwater aquarium for years, and do a great job. I have had other people but they always started out good and then slacked off after a while, cutting corners to make it go faster. The Fishman always keeps my tank clean, never cuts corners, lets me know when things need to be replaced so we avoid problems, and always comes on the correct schedule. I highly recommend their service.

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ipc4605

09/03/2008

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We have happy fish

Kerry has been servicing our aquarium for years. We have had two other companies clean our aquarium. They couldn't keep it clean and the fish kept dying. With Kerry's touch, it is always clean, attractively arranged, and most importantly our fish are thriving. The few times we've had an emergency, he's been here immediately to solve the problem. Thankfully this doesn't happen often....I'm sure that is because he is proactive in his care. The aquarium sits in our reception area, and our visitors always comment on how nice it is. Kerry has a special knack. More importantly, he really cares about his customers and the aquariums.

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granny123

08/20/2008

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Gold-Medal

Kerry wins the gold-medal for taking care of fish tanks. He has serviced our fish tanks for a few years and I think he is great. He is very professional and neat. The Fishman and his wife are both so nice when you call, and if you leave a message they are very prompt to return the call. Kerry is prompt at delivering any product that you might need for your tank also. They are both great to answer any questions you might have. When the Fishman leaves our tanks look so bright and clean and our fish are happy campers. I highly recommend The Fishman.

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c.f.l.d

08/18/2008

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c.f.l.d

The fishman is does a great job taking care of our fish tank and handles all problems we have quickly. He is very friendly and is always happy to give advice and educate people on caring for the fish and taking care of the tank.

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emtrehab1125

08/14/2008

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SUPERB

WE ARE SO THANKFUL THAT WE FINALLY FOUND SOMEONE WHO CARES. THE FISHMAN IS A WONDEFUL INDIVIDUAL WHO IS VERY EXPERIENCED AND TRULY CARES ABOUT KEEPING US AND OUR FISH HAPPY. OUR FISH TANK HAS NEVER LOOKED BETTER. IT IS A BLESSING TO HAVE FOUND HIM WHEN WE DID!

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emtrehab1125

08/14/2008

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SUPERB SERVICE

HE QUALITY OF SERVICE WE HAVE BEEN PROVIDED BY THE "FISHMAN IS SUPERB. HE IS A VERY CARING AND KNOWLEDGEABLE PERSON WHO DOES "WHATEVER IT TAKES" TO MAINTAIN AND KEEP US AND OUR FISH HAPPY. IT IS A BLESSING WE FOUND HIM WHEN WE DID!

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rheaandrich

06/17/2008

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Thankful Customer

Kerry has been an encyclopedia of knowledge for the last ten years. Our 50 gallon coral reef tank has never looked so good and vibrant. Several years ago, Kerry also helped us build from scratch a beautiful, thriving pond complete with Japanese Koi. He is always there to promptly fix any inevitable problems that arise. When I was vacationing in San Francisco visiting family, my wife accidentally drained the pond while trying to clean it. Kerry, thankfully, was able to come to my house in the middle of the night and save me a trip home and addressed this potentially disastrous emergency. In closing, he is dependable, knowledgable, honest, and a truly creative professional in the field.

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fishman123456

04/04/2008

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The Fish Man is the Best

Kerry has been servicing the aquarium at my place of business for many years and it looks gorgeous. He really knows his stuff and I trust his advice completely. He is always on time, very neat and friendly. One Monday I came into work and discovered someone had unplugged my aquarium over the weekend. It was a disaster. I called Kerry in a panic and he was there within an hour. What service! He quickly got everything back to normal and I was very grateful. He truly loves his job and it shows. I would recommend Kerry to anyone who really loves their fish.

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tboomer

03/03/2008

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Why the Fishman Earned my Trust

I had my tank (125 gallons) for five years before I considered an aquarium service. I was used to servicing my own reef tank and was picky about who I wanted to trust. I had met the Fishman and was impressed with his knowledge. But although knowledge was key, having someone respect my home was also key. With the Fishman I've found someone with exceptional knowledge and experience, but best of all I've found someone that I can trust to be in my home whether I'm there or not. The great thing about the Fishman is coming home after he's been there and not being able to tell he's been there except for my shiny bright tank!! Okay, the great advice, fish and coral choice are invaluable too, but I love my shiny tank!

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paul73

02/02/2008

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There are lots of aquarium ser...

There are lots of aquarium services company's out there but finding someone with years of experience who actually knows what they're talking about and knows what's best for your aquarium isn't easy, well I found him. Three years ago Kerry (The Fish Man) moved my very large fish from Ventura county to Burbank and he has been servicing my tank ever since. I can honestly say Kerry does a excellent job he's always on time is respectful of my home and I can call him any time and he'll always answer my dopey fish questions. I've had tropical fish for almost thirty years and I never thought I would hire someone to maintain my aquarium until I met Kerry. I now have one less thing to worry about my fish are healthy and happy but most importantly my tank always looks great thanks to Kerry! If you are considering aquarium service I sincerely recommend Kerry (The Fish Man).

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