Aqua Workz

EVERY fish I bought here had camallanus worms show up within a few days of purchase… tried to treat with fenbendazole but had to kill them all. The guys that work there try to sell you fish that are NOT compatible with the fish you tell them you already have and they have no idea what size they get up to. Never going there again.

Ive been here twice now. First time was just to look. I feel like I’m pretty knowledgeable about fish keeping. I had one question and had to wait 20 minutes for someone to help me. There was only one guy on the floor and he was helping somebody else and he said someone else would be there shorty. The other guy sure took his sweet time. I didnt know what one fish was (I was looking for something that was colorful and would stay small) and he treated me like a moron. I understand that a lot of people dont know how to properly take care of their fish but you can’t treat people like that. Its great to educate people but being an asshat will just upset your customers. I won’t be coming back.

Went in to buy new fish and new parts for my old tank, get it looking good and functioning again. Came out a much wiser person knowing that I was not ready for the new fish after talking to the store owner. He critiqued my upgrading of my filter system (s) and actually saved me $ 135.00 by not having me install an over exuberant (not needed) filter system. He thoroughly explained how my existing filter systems worked and advised me that the ones I have in place now were going to work just fine. I will set my tank up, give it time acclimate, then go back to Aqua Workz for my new fish.

They did not stock the cichlid I came for because people return it.
If people know to ask for it then they either know what they came for or they should be told/​educated about it.
Yes th Red Devil cichlid is aggressive. I had my last one 12 years with other fish and they all lived together harmoniously.
The Red Devil will kill all other fish IF the tank is not fully stocked with fish of the same cichlid region. Or it can be alone.
The store did stock a large variety of aquarium supplies.

Was very impressed with this fish store. Although it looks a little sketchy from the outside, inside is any fish keeping dream! Lots of tanks, equipment, substrate by the lb, etc. Beautiful display tanks, too!
I mostly looked at freshwater fish, but they all seemed relatively healthy and well taken care of. They even carry some rare fish like discus, and it seemed if there were any sick fish they would quarantine the tank. (Yes, that’s a good thing!) Plants and frags GALORE! The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Reasonable prices.
The only downside is the small parking lot, which was a hassle since we were there on a busy weekend.
Overall, great place and I do plan on visiting here again!

I got tell you, this is my first time visit the aquarium. They got everything I need, also people willing to help you with anything.

Ernesto is the fish whisperer. We have come to reply on his support and help when we have an ill fish. Several times he has helped us with a sick goldfish and his advice on medicine and food choices saved our fish. We also buy fish from here they are always healthy and great additions. He is so nice and knowledgable. I will never go anywhere else. They have so many fish take the kids on an aquarium field trip and say hi to Ernesto.

I had done business with O St Aquarium for years, generally buying filter media/​hardware, and selling my Discus stock when I have availability. With O St combining with Aqua Workz, I sold 25 Neolamprolugus Cylindricus to AW several months back for credit, and picked up four T-​5 bulbs. Today (11÷17÷15), I called in to ask if AW was interested in free Silver Angels, as I’m overstocked and need to make room. I was immediately hung up on. Not a way to run a business, and no wonder LFSs always go under. And I’m in the market for a 210 gallon tank to expand my hatchery; guess who won’t be getting my business moving forward.

I miss the convenience of O Street, but these guys have helped me with my reef tank so much that it justifies the prices. Great support, healthy fish & Frags,

I stopped by the store to check on their fancy goldfish stock. They had more then most places. I plan on going back for a lion head now that my tank has been cycled. While there we picked up a 55 gallon fish tank with gravel, filter and stand. They loaded it all into our truck and a nice gentleman spoke a lot about fancy goldfish while we waited. I hope to make the trip to Sacramento soon.

found this place while starting out a few new freshwater and saltwater tanks & absolutely love the staff! so many helpful employees always ready to inform you on any topics.

This aquarium shop gave me a positive feeling the moment I walked in. It’s open and spacious with a large variety of fish supplies. The entrance begins with a nice selection of aquariums for sale, then as I moved forward to the checkout counter, I was greeted by the employees who offered help, answered my questions, and gave knowledgeable advice. Fortunately for me, I must have come on a good day which was contrary to what some of the other disgruntled reviewers had written.
There was a lot to see and study, due to the large number of products they had available, all devoted to the care and maintenance of this interesting hobby. Prices were comparatively average to other shops I’ve visited and was expected. One side of the store carries all your necessities from fish food, pumps, decorations, gravel, cleaning equipment, test kits, and repair kits. Then, as I ventured further into the store, the beckoning soft lights of the display aquariums quickly drew my attention. Aisles upon aisles of fish tanks offering fresh and salt water specimens in so many interesting and beautiful varieties that often attract us fish lovers! I was impressed to find some species that I particularly have a fondness for that got me thinking hard about what new tank mates will harmoniously live with my current (and well loved inhabitant).
Aquarium maintenance can be expensive, it can be frustrating, even heart breaking to loose a beloved fish. But on the positive side, aquariums are a source of interest, entertainment, education and it even has a calming effect. I’ve gotten attached to my fish pets and sometimes I think they get attached to me! I feel pretty confident that Aqua Workz shows pride in their fish care and I look forward to patronizing this place again very soon!

Been going here for about 4 yrs now and all I have to say is how Great the selection of fish is. Not too many places that can get these exotic fish and coral, plants and equipment. I have had nothing but great experiences with Aqua Workz. I don’t think that the people who put 1 star understand that this is a business, aquatic business at that… With the volume of people that come in and the amount of animals and plants, equipment ect. that come in daily, it’s very hard for an employee to take care of everyones needs. Especially when there is maintenance to do to the tanks. I understand that you want to be helped right away, but waiting your turn is part of life. Maybe you should do a little research before you come into the store, that way you know what your looking and asking for. I’ve built up a GREAT RELATIONSHIP WITH EVERYONE THERE. They know me by name and always have info for me on what I might like. Always get great customer service from whom ever I deal with. Way to go AQUA WORKZ!!!

This place is horrible. I bought a bunch of rummy nose at over price but its was my fault since i didn;t check around. What i am mad at is that they sold me a bunch of sick rummy nose with ich. Apparently the workers don’t talk to each other or something because there was a sign on the fish tank that said NFS but they sold those fish to me anyways.(Did not know what NFS stand for till i i return to talk to them.) Went home and the next day i see a bunch of ich on a lot of my fish and all the rummy nose. Went back and talk to one of the workers and he said that those fish wasn’t suppose to be sold because NFS stand for Not For Sale. So basically i had to spend more money to buy medicine for my the ich and it was hard because most of the medicine had cooper and i had shrimps in my tank. So stay away from this place unless you want a headache and extra problems for your fish.

Best Pet Store ever! great customer service! Arnesto & Joe are really great at helping you with whatever you need. Whether it’s a new fish or advice on your marine reef aquarium there always here to help. Not sure where the people went that gave this door a bad review can obviously they must have went somewhere else. I have tried a few pet stores in Sacramento and Aqua Workz is the is the BEST!!!

Stopped by to pick up some fish for my newly set up freshwater tank. Found this place on Unilocal and decided to check it out regardless of the lukewarm reviews. When you first walk in, the front of the shop is filled with a ton of tanks for sale. I didn’t look around much but the prices for the tanks seemed just OK. They have a large selection of everything. Plants, decorations, supplies, and of course fish. After reading some of these reviews, I came in expecting to see a bunch of neglected, sick fish but that wasn’t the case. The fish I did pick out seem to be healthy and are thriving in their new home. The prices on fish were pretty good compared to what I remember paying at Capitol Aquarium. When I was ready to buy, it didn’t take me long to find someone to bag the fish up for me.
I do have just two gripes though. First is that it’s so damn hot in there. It was maybe 55 degrees outside but low 80s inside. I can’t even imagine how hot that place gets in the summer. Second gripe is that when bagging up the fish, they didn’t drop any stress coat in and also did not double bag. Pretty much any other place I’ve ever bought fish from does this.
All in all, neither of those gripes are enough to detract me from going back. Good service, great selection.

Over prices fish not a great selection for it being 10,000 squat feed big disappointment I will not be making the trip down here again

Hit and miss here really, a lot of selection on things but the fish seem not so healthy half the time. Good amount of tanks to buy and lots of things for the tank so that’s a plus. I say clean up the tanks and it’ll be a easy 4 stars.

This place is awful. The staff has not been trained on how to properly catch and handle marine fish. The owner would rather wander around the store talking than helping anyone who wants to buy something. Got to love an owner who tells you to go find someone to help you at the counter, over in that corner, maybe try down that way, instead of just taking care of it himself. If I wanted to waste another ½ hour of my life looking for lost employees, or any employee willing to actually work, this would be the place to go.
If you want to be treated rudely, have your expensive fish chased around a tank, dropped on the floor, and generally mistreated, then this is the place for you!

Huge store with a large selection of merchandise. If you need something for your aquarium whether its saltwater or freshwater, you can find it here. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly so if you have any questions, feel free to ask.
Overall pricing is excellent for fishes and corals and they also sell saltwater by the gallon.