Local acrylic tank manufacturers

[ReefPharmer]

I'm in the process of getting bids on a semi large acrylic tank.

For future use of the populace, I want to combine a list of local manufacturers who do custom jobs. Please feel free to add to the list as I don't know most of the reputable companies around here . Please keep the flaming out of the thread so it doesn't get locked.

1. Advanced acrylics
2. Kara kreations in Simi valley
3. Advance Aqua tanks in LA

 

[m0nkie]

I got a quote from John at AA 2 weeks ago..

10ft x 3ft x 2ft = $4900

all clear acrylic with black background and 2 overflows.

 

[macdaddynick1]

That would be perfect , I got a quote from John too but for 40"x24x20 =$1600

 

[dodgerblew]

I got a quote from John at AA 2 weeks ago..

10ft x 3ft x 2ft = $4900

all clear acrylic with black background and 2 overflows.

You must have a big house!

 

[ReefPharmer]

You must have a big house!

Or plan to live in the stand

 

[iSeeMax101]

I got a quote from John at AA 2 weeks ago..

10ft x 3ft x 2ft = $4900

all clear acrylic with black background and 2 overflows.

We should see if he will give us a deal for 2 with these dims

 

[ReefPharmer]

Anyone know any other manufacturers in the area to compare to?

 

[House_64]

We should see if he will give us a deal for 2 with these dims

Save the headache fellas...... His customer service is horrendous once he gets the deposit.

 

[boostedvq]

54 x 40 x 22 peninsula, 3/4" acrylic with black back and external overflow + 6.5" eurobrace and 3 1.5" bulkheds: 1750

I've purchased from him in the past, and didn't have any issues whatsoever. He actually is trying to make my tank faster, but I told him to slow down a bit, since we were doing some light remodeling at home.

 

[CoralsAddiction]

1. Advanced acrylics
2. Kara kreations in Simi valley
3. Advance Aqua tanks in LA

I've dealt with AA direct and Advanced Aqua Tanks through LFS. Both were good. There was a small issue with one of the AA tanks but they took care of it and apologized for inconvenience. Price wise they are pretty similar but one can get a good deal with AA at a trade show like RAP, which is what I have done.

 

[m0nkie]

Save the headache fellas...... His customer service is horrendous once he gets the deposit.

AA is packed with work so I can see how the service gets lacking.. but John will gladly give you his cell phone and you can text him anytime for update and scheduling.. sometimes he text me at 1am or 5am to give updates..

 

[SchnitzelReef]

I've dealt with john from advanced acrylics a lot over the past 4 years, and not one time have I had a bad experience. Always great work, best prices, and always gets me my sump/tank on time. I would go with advanced acrylics

 

[pandimus]

Sounds like advanced acrylics is the one...

 

[chowberg]

Advanced Acrylics

Advanced Acrylics

I've bought two tanks and a sump from John (Advanced Acrylics). He doesn't always get back to you immediately but I feel like he delivers a good product at the right price. If I was to order another custom acrylic tank/sump I wouldn't hesitate to order from him again.

 

[bullitr]

I had good experience with advanced acrylics
If I ever build my dream tank I will use John again

His customer service is not great because he is busy ... Maybe time to get a secretary John [emoji16] but when that happen don't complain the prices goes up

 

[SchnitzelReef]

I had good experience with advanced acrylics
If I ever build my dream tank I will use John again

His customer service is not great because he is busy ... Maybe time to get a secretary John [emoji16] but when that happen don't complain the prices goes up

His wife started working at his new shop. She always answers the phone when I call. I think it's helping him a lot.

 

[CoralsAddiction]

His wife started working at his new shop. She always answers the phone when I call. I think it's helping him a lot.

Yes, Sherylinn has been helpful to his shop.

 

[wishntoboutside]

Cal Aquaria is always a good source for custom large acrylic tanks as they are located in Ontario as well.

 

[macdaddynick1]

Since we're already talking , I've dealt with John at AA and I didn't have the same experience as the most people on here. First time I called in for a quote on 40 x 20 x 20 , back trap overflow black back 1" rimless , he quoted 580, Then I decided to get the tank eurobraced, so i called in again 40 x 24 x20 , 3/4" eurobraced, polished corners, back trap overflow, we agreed on 890. Then I called back the 3rd time ready to place the order for the tank, I've made no changes to the dimensions , he asked me to email everything to him . As i did , he gives me the final total 1585 picked up. And I don't say that his tanks don't look great , I don't even mind if he gave me the quote of 1585 right of the bat but this was just annoying.

 

[boostedvq]

Here's a photo john just sent me of my completed tank. I haven't had any issues with communication.
That being said I'm sorry for those that have.