13 best water test kits

Product description

Water dissolves many minerals, chemicals and foreign substances, hence, can get contaminated. Contaminated drinking water can carry bacteria that can harm our bodies and make us ill.

Our drinking water test kit

is the perfect solution for a complete water 'check-up' before consumption, keeping you and your family safe. It is

easy to use, provides quick and accurate to results in 2 minutes.

Our water testing strip tests, detects and provides comprehensive and accurate results for the following 16 parameters:

• Total Hardness: 0-425PPM
• Free Chlorine: 0-10PPM
• Iron: 0-500PPM
• Copper: 0-10PPM
• Lead: 0-500PPM
• Nitrate: 0-500PPM
• Nitrite: 0-80PPM
• MPS: 0-20PPM
• Total Chlorine: 0-500PPM
• Fluoride: 0-100PPM
• Cyanuric Acid: 0-250PPM
• Ammonia Chloride: 0-500PPM
• Bromine: 0-20PPM
• Total Alkalinity: 0-240PPM
• Carbonate: 0-240PPM
• pH: 6-9

2 Additional and Important Reasons to test your water:

• Most water systems test for lead as a part of regular water quality monitoring, but they don't reflect conditions at your specific household faucet - Testing at this level is the only way to check for presence of any unsafe levels of lead
• If you are considering a home water treatment unit, testing is the only way to find out what is in your water and what you might want to remove

Package Includes:

• 100 x 16 Parameter Water Test Strips in 10 separate bags
• 1 x Testing Tube
• 1 x Testing Dropper
• 1 x Instruction Manual with Colour Chart
• 1 x Testing Record Chart with EPA/WHO Standards of Drinking Water
• 1 x Exclusive Ebook for You to Better Understand the Water You Use

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• COMPLETE WATER TEST KIT – Everything you need to test your water; tests for 16 parameters, ensures lead free and pH safe drinking water; testing tube and dropper included in every kit for easy sample collection
• SEPARATE PACKAGE – 100 testing strips packed in 10 sealable bags with dry agent to ensure long shelf life and reliable results. Strips in an open package need to be used within 90 days while in an unopened package can last up to two years. You don't need to rush using all 100 strips within 90 days because we bag our strips separately.
• MULTIPLE USES - Test every water source around your home, including drinking, well and tap water, pool & spa, hot tub and aquarium
• RELIABLE AND FAST RESULTS - CE certified for proven, reliable and quick results in 2 minutes – easy to use and great for school projects
• ENJOY THE PEACE OF MIND – Detects low levels of impurities and foreign substances and keeps your family safe

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this test for Ferric or Ferrous iron
Answer:	Yes, the strip can test for Ferrous iron.
Question:	For the manufacturer - is one single drop from the dropper directly onto the test pad (one for each) a sufficient amount of water to test the levels
Answer:	Yes, one drop for each pad is sufficient. Please rinse the dropper 2-3 times with the testing water before using (just suck the water in and squeeze it out). This is to clean/prepare the dropper. The other thing is, we use special coat on each testing pad to avoid water running from pad to pad, and you can see the water drop is contained within each pad. If you find it is not easy to read the colour with excess water, you can gently shake off the excess water on the strip, AFTER waiting for 30 seconds so the colours have fully developed. If you need further support, send us a message or email, we can send you some demonstration videos or pictures.
Question:	How do I get the ebook? Is there a link
Answer:	Hi, if you purchased our test kit before 8/Mar/2020, we have sent the eBook through Amazon message system. If you ordered after 8/Mar/2020, there is a card included in the package with instruction of how to get the eBook. If you don't get your eBook by either of ways mentioned, please send us an email or contact us through Amazon message. Best regards, Anna from SJ Wave
Question:	Does the free chlorine testing pad on this tester react to chlorine dioxide
Answer:	Yes. Our test kit can test the free chlorine if you use the chlorine dioxide to treat your water.

Product features

Water dissolves many minerals, chemicals and foreign substances, hence, can get contaminated. Contaminated drinking water can carry bacteria that can harm our bodies and make us ill. Our 16 in 1 water test kit is the perfect solution for a complete water 'check-up' before consumption, keeping you and your family safe. It is easy to use, provides quick and accurate to results in 1 minute.

Everything You Need to Test Your Water

Every package includes:

• 100 x 16 Parameter Water Test Strips in 10 separate bags
• 1 x Testing Tube
• 1 x Testing Dropper
• 1 x Instruction Manual with Colour Chart
• 1 x Testing Record Chart with EPA/WHO Standards of Drinking Water
• 1 x Exclusive Ebook for You to Better Understand the Water You Use

Suitable for Various Water Sources

Our water test kit is designed for quick and easy visual screening on different sources of water, which is a great way for regularly monitoring your water condition.

It can be used for various water sources including:

• Drinking water
• Well water
• Pool & Spa
• Aquarium

Reliable Results

We care about our product quality so you can use with confidence.

Every batch of production is carefully inspected/tested before reaching to customers.

Longer Shelf Life

Every 10 strips are packed in a sealable bag for up to 2 years shelf life.

No need to rush using all 100 strips in 90 days*.

(*When one package opens, all strips inside need to be used within 90 days)

Easy Steps & Quick Results

Super easy instructions and quick results.

EPA/WHO recommended drinking water range is outlined in the colour chart for easy reading and comparing.

Peace of Mind

Enjoy peace of mind with knowing your water is safe to use.

• It's Never Been More Important: With stay-at-home orders, you must ensure that your home resources are safe for the whole family to consume. Even with water filters or water purifiers, you should screen your water monthly to be 100% sure of its safety.
• Complete, Easy-to-Use Test Kit: This test kit contains everything you need to screen your drinking water for harmful contaminants: tests for lead, pesticides, bacteria, nitrates/nitrites, chlorine, and more! Easy instructions – great science project!
• The World's Most Sensitive Lead Test: Our Rapid Lead Test has been validated in an EPA-certified laboratory to detect lead in drinking water at miniscule levels - no other water test kit can claim that.
• 25-Year Trusted Brand: The Watersafe brand has been keeping American families safe for close to 25 years. The product is Made in the USA to EPA standards, and we guarantee satisfaction or your money back!
• Comforting – detects chemicals that are colorless and odorless
• Screen Regularly for Peace of Mind: The EPA recommends testing your water once per year, but that wouldn't have saved the children in Flint, Michigan. We recommend you check your water with Watersafe Test Kits once per month for peace of mind.

User questions & answers

Question:	what is the range for testing iron
Answer:	The test range is between 0.0 and 5.0 ppm
Question:	can this test spring water
Answer:	Hi, I think you should be able to test your Spring water with it. It's not as accruate as a lab test. We used it to test tthhe water and make sure it was ok for our livestock.
Question:	What are the indicators/results to suggest the well water is : (1) safe to drink, (2) safe to shower in/wash hands, (3) safe on washing clothes
Answer:	We followed all the instructions and test indicators with ease of instructions. I don't remember what all the test were but it covered most of what was the most important of chemicals and bacteria. All the test came back safe for 0 nitrates, bacteria harmful to drink, etc. I would feel safe to shower/wash hands and to wash clothes in. We only used it to drink and wash our hands as it was put up at a lake. I would recommend that water not be stored and changed daily as we left the test water alone for 4 days further than it asked for and it did grow organisms as the chlorine is not there to kill them. However, drinking it fresh daily we never became sick and the water was perfect!! I am going to send a sample off to the state level for curiosity but I feel safe drinking what we draw from the well. I hope this helps.
Question:	How many times can I repeat the test? Is it one time use only
Answer:	This test kit can only be used once.

Product features

The Water Quality Test Even Government and Water Municipalities Recommend You Use. Regularly.

This isn’t just for peace of mind, this is your physical health and well-being. Time and time again, water systems we have come to trust allow polluted water to flow freely into homes causing disease and chronic health problems. Since children and pets are the most sensitive to contaminants, with sometimes devastating results, this can heighten the need for testing. Testing gives you the power of knowledge, and it costs only 24.95.

Environment

Aging water systems, contaminated runoff that introduces human and animal waste, and industrial chemicals are just three of the actors influencing drinking water quality—and the impact is growing greater every day. Chemical spills, toxic substances, people living more densely; the depth of the problem is yet to be fully realized.

Government

These days, most government officials agree that it’s nearly impossible to completely avoid contaminated drinking water. The biggest questions are which chemicals, and to what degree. The fact that both information and management of these systems are controlled by people in politics is a disturbing factor.

Well Water, Too

Rural areas that receive their water from wells contain some of the most contaminated water sources. Microorganisms and toxic chemicals seep into water supplies. People are advised to use a well water testing kit regularly, as new contaminants invade groundwater with little to no oversight or enforcement.

Pittsburgh Downplays the Threat of Lead-Contaminated Drinking Water.

In 2017, the Water and Sewer Authority in Pittsburgh issued a warning for residents to boil their drinking water first, even for brushing teeth and washing dishes. City officials are accused of misleading residents as to the risk.

Flint Michigan’s Drinking Water Harms Children.

In 2018, when 57 of 86 Detroit public schools tested positive for elevated levels of lead, the government confirmed that children could suffer permanent brain damage, which often results in learning disabilities and violent behavior.

Lead-Contamination in Milwaukee’s Drinking Water Since 2015 Continues.

From 2015 to 2017 the children of families living in Milwaukee were testing positive for elevated levels of lead. Even after the health commissioner resigned for failing to notify the community of the risk, the “serious failure” persists.

• ✔ACCURATE AND RELIABLE: To achieve high accuracy, equipped with premium quality titanium alloy probe, and reliable Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) ensures reading always be accurate at various temperatures.
• ✔MULTIFUNCTIONAL AND UPGRADED: Professional TDS, EC and Temperature Pen 3 in 1. Upgraded with big backlit LCD for easier reading, and auto-lock function for easier use.
• ✔EASY AND INSTANTLY: Just turn TDS meter on and stir water gently, then stabilized readings will be auto-locked on LCD in seconds, and the tds ppm meter will shut off automatically if without operation over 2 minutes.
• ✔MULTIPURPOSE TDS TESTER: Test the purity of drinking water to ensure it's healthy, monitor if Reverse Osmosis (RO)/DI System works properly, whether filter need replaced, maintenance aquarium, hydroponics(test nutrients), pool and spa, etc.
• ✔3 YEARS WARRANTY. And we offer 90 days Money Back Guarantee if not totally happy with the digital TDS water tester meter.

User questions & answers

Question:	Can I use this ppm meter for hydroponics
Answer:	Yes . This is one of the intended uses :) Just please note it's for TDS (Total Dissolved Solids), not for pH. In hydroponics applications, a ppm meter such as this one is used to determine your nutrient count.
Question:	how can i test if the unit is accurate could i use distilled which i assume should be zero, thanks tom
Answer:	Thanks for your question. This TDS meter is pre-calibrated in factory, no need calibrate again by customer, we do this to prevent as many calibration related mistakes as possible, and it's easier to use. To maintain the accuracy, it's better to rinse the probe with distilled water after each use. For your mentioned distilled water, it should read 0 ppm theoretically, but in actual application, if you can't keep test condition very clean, it may read 0-2ppm usually.
Question:	Can this also check for ph
Answer:	It Does not. It measure TDS , EC and Temperature 3 in 1. PH Meter is another tester.
Question:	What kind of battery does it have
Answer:	1 x 3V button battery CR2032 , it's included in the water tester. Sincerely hope you enjoy the products we sell on Amazon!

Product features

Super accurate, reliable and easy to use TDS, EC &Temp water tester reader, with backlit and auto-lock function.

This advanced digital ppm meter pen with Advanced Microprocessor Technology, combines TDS Meter(Total Dissolved Solids), EC Meter(Electrical Conductivity) and Temperature meter all in one ergonomically designed pen.

Widely be used for all Water Quality Testing, Water Purification Applications, Aquaculture, Hydroponics, Pool & Colloidal Silver, Water Treatment and more.

It’s a must have handy tool for every household, testing for tap water, filtered water, distilled water, bottled water, well water, refrigerated water, etc.

Features:

• Automatic Temperature Compensation(ATC)
• Equipped with backlit LCD for easy reading. If TDS≤40, the backlit color is green, If TDS>40, the backlit color is red.
• Auto-Lock Function: From test beginning, the reading can be stabilized in seconds, and locked automatically for easy read and record.
• Hold Function: Before reading locked automatically, the reading can be locked manually if press “HOLD”.
• Factory Calibrated: No need calibration by user.
• Auto-Off in 2 Minutes to conserve battery.
• A colorful TDS chart on the back to explains ppm readings.
• Includes a protective carrying case with belt clip, easy to carry.

Product description

Most water problems are invisible to the eye. Quickly measure and modify the six aquarium levels that are most important to the health of your freshwater fish with the API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT. To stay healthy and thrive, fish need properly balanced levels of ammonia, pH, high range pH, nitrite and nitrate. These levels can change rapidly and create harmful conditions when fish waste, uneaten food or other organic matter accumulate, or when untreated water is added. If left uncorrected, all of these can be harmful or even fatal to fish, with consequences such as reduction of oxygen, increase in stress and higher risk of disease. The API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures these six parameters with scientific accuracy and provides professional results. It comes with four glass test tubes, a holding tray, test tube rack and computer calibrated, laminated color card. Just fill the test tubes, add the test drops and compare results to the color card. Then follow the recommendations on the card if action is required. With API Aquarium products, it’s easy to keep a beautiful saltwater, freshwater or reef aquarium. For over 50 years, API has been creating innovative, research-driven solutions that make it easier to care for your fish and aquarium. API Aquarium Treatment Supplies are designed to work in conjunction with each other to provide best results to control algae, promote healthy bacterial growth and help control and cure fish diseases and conditions such as ich and fin rot. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. With API, you can spend more time admiring your fish, and less time scrubbing your tank. Make sure to use all products as directed in order to ensure the best results.

• Contains one API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT 800-Test Freshwater Aquarium Water Master Test Kit, including 7 bottles of testing solutions, 1 color card and 4 glass tubes with cap
• Helps monitor water quality and prevent invisible water problems that can be harmful to fish and cause fish loss
• Accurately monitors 5 most vital water parameters levels in freshwater aquariums: pH, high range pH, ammonia, nitrite, nitrate
• Designed for use in freshwater aquariums only
• Use for weekly monitoring and when water or fish problems appear

User questions & answers

Question:	Can any of these tests be used for both saltwater and freshwater? I noticed a lot of the individually packaged tests say they can be used for both
Answer:	Api ammonia, nitrite and nitrate test kits can be used for both salt and fresh water aquariums, the liquid solutions are the same for salt and fresh. BUT the color cards that you use to compare your test to are slightly different. I have both fresh water and marine. The first time I bought these kits, I bought for saltwater and freshwater and never threw away the color cards. Now it doesn't matter if I get freshwater or saltwater test kits because I have both freshwater and saltwater cards.
Question:	Would this kit be a good one for my planted aquarium
Answer:	Yes, this is a good general water testing kit, unless you have plants that are very sensitive to water hardness. This kit does NOT include a water-hardness tester.
Question:	I'm a newbie. I have a betta in 10G tank and I'm told that I need to test the water always.Not sure if I should get this or get cheaper ones instead
Answer:	Frankly, with a 10G tank you should just be doing weekly water changes of at least 25-30%. You can't really "let things go" with a tank that size and it's unlikely that you would have ammonia spikes with such frequent water changes. I have a little 5.5 gallon with a couple of albino cory cats and I use a test strip every once in a blue moon, but the water is always fine because I do weekly changes. Am looking at this kit for my 125 gallon tank, but would bother for a tiny tank.
Question:	How many tests can be run with this kit
Answer:	About 120. Problem is that if you use the full set of products daily you will quickly run out of the ammonia test and the Nitrates tests (each with 2 bottles) because they take 8-10 drops each, compared to the Ph test which only takes 3 drops. I mainly test ammonia and nitrites so I've had to buy separate ammonia kits twice now because I ran out of fluid, while my high range ph bottle is nearly full. Also - Prime, AmGuard and other products convert Ammonia into harmless Ammonium however, it will still read as ammonia on your API kit - so it's basically lying to you. There are kits that will show you active ammonia and harmless ammonium and my API kit reads 8.0 ammonia but the other kit reads it as all harmless ammonium and zero active ammonia. You have do dose your tank with Prime every 48 hours or less to keep the ammonium from converting back to killer ammonia. This will keep happening until your tank finally converts the ammonium to nitrites. My 2 of my 4 well-cycled tanks somehow lost their cycling so that's not happening for those tanks yet.

Product features

Testing the Waters

In order for fish to thrive, water must be similar to that which could be found in their natural environment. Poor water quality can cause fish stress, illness and even loss. Most common water quality parameters are Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, and pH. All may vary over time and all are invisible to the eye which is why it is important to test weekly. Testing aquarium water weekly will aid in keeping your most important water parameters within the proper range for your aquarium. Choose from a wide range of API testing options, such as our popular FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT or 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS, for accurate water evaluation. Regular testing will help you easily determine your aquarium conditions.

Your API Test Options

Choose the test method that works best for you. Whether you’re a bit pressed for time, or you prefer to measure your parameters on a more in-depth scale, or you only need to test one or two specific parameters, API has what you need!

Dip and Read

Just dip a 5-in-1 TEST STRIP in your aquarium, swirl twice, and compare to our color chart for fast and accurate results.

The Scientific Approach

For more detailed analysis, use the FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT, POND MASTER TEST KIT, SALTWATER MASTER TEST KIT, or REEF MASTER TEST KIT for precise readings of parameters.

Pick One (or Two)

Need to check your phosphate levels? What about ammonia? API offers specific test kits to test many different parameters, from general hardness and copper to pH and nitrate. Grab the one you need for a streamlined approach to testing.

Making a Better Underwater World

At API, we understand the rewards and relaxation of fish keeping because we have a passion for fish too. For over 50 years API has developed premium solutions with proven and effective results for your family and nutritionally superior food, because we're dedicated to making a better underwater world.

• ✅ ENSURE YOUR WELL WATER SAFETY FOR PEACE OF MIND - Wells can easily become contaminated - putting you and your family at risk of illness, plumbing problems, and other issues. This is why it’s often recommended to test four (or more!) times per year.
• ✅ MADE IN THE USA IN LINE WITH OFFICIAL EPA STANDARDS - If you use a private well, your water is not regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. With this test though, you can check for the most common contaminants according to federal law EPA limits.
• ✅ SIMPLE ENOUGH FOR ANYONE TO USE AND READ - The step-by-step directions are clearly laid out, making it easy to get accurate results. Simply compare your results to the included color-coded card to check the levels of each contaminant.
• ✅ TEST AT HOME IN AS LITTLE AS A FEW MINUTES - No need to pay for expensive and lengthy lab tests, every test in this kit can be completed at home. You can find out the results for almost all of the contaminants in under 5 minutes.
• ✅ DEDICATED TEAM OF EXPERTS - You can always count on our team of EPA experts, with more than 30 years of expertise in the water quality industry. We are single-mindedly devoted to helping you with any questions you may have about the test kit or water quality testing in general.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there a seperate test for each element
Answer:	Most of the tests require single test strips. pH, hardness and alkalinity are on a single test strip.
Question:	Turned yellow & horrible disgusting smell coming from bottle that was tightly screwed
Answer:	Correction! IF you kept the bottle for LONGER than 48 hours it will eventually turn yellow. IF the bottle remained purple up to 48 hours, the water is not contaminated. A yellow color, along with odor IS possible if you keep the jar LONGER than 48 hours. This is caused by the break-down of the nutrients in the jar. It does not indicate coliform if you keep the bottle longer than 48 hours.
Question:	Does this test for salmonela? Our well may be fouled after a recent flood
Answer:	No. The bacteria test only detects coliform bacteria. Only a lab can test for Salmonella.
Question:	Does this test for lead
Answer:	No. But this test kit does include a lead test. Here is the Amazon link. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5K7LR3/?tag=jameslaytonco-20

Product features

FIND OUT WHAT’S IN YOUR WELL WATER IN MINUTES

You don’t need a science degree or a lab to test your water source with this kit. The included tests are simple enough for anyone to use at home, and most of the results will be ready within a few minutes.

Simply compare the obtained results to the color-coded card to check the levels for the major contaminants.

We’ll also email you a free user guide to help you make sense of the results and work out how to keep your water clean.

COMPREHENSIVE RESULTS FOR 8 WELL WATER PARAMETERS

Test for 8 different contaminants and important water parameters, which are linked to serious illness, plumbing problems (such as pipe corrosion), hardness and limescale buildup, awful tasting, smelling or looking water, and more.

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

• 1 x Bacteria / Coliform Test
• 2 x Nitrate & Nitrite
• 2 x Manganese
• 2 x Hydrogen Sulfide
• 2 x 3-Way Test (Total Alkalinity, Total Hardness, pH)

MADE IN THE USA ACCORDING TO EPA LIMITS

Getting water from a private well shouldn’t mean sacrificing your health. Private water sources aren’t federally-regulated, but can still be easily tested without the help of a professional.

We make every test kit in the USA and calibrate it to official EPA standards, making the results easy to compare and act upon accordingly.

Although testing once per year can be enough for deep wells, it's recommended to test seasonally (or sometimes more) to ensure the safety of your water.

• CHECK YOUR WATER SOFTENER! Quickly and easily test to see if your water softener is working as efficiently as expected or if it was set up properly. Also keep tabs on your water conditioning and reverse osmosis systems
• EXTREMELY FAST & EASY TO USE, WITH EASY TO READ COLORS. Instant reliable results with simple and clear instructions. Simply dip and compare with large color chart on bottle.
• 150 STRIPS MEANS 150 TESTS - Each water hardness test strip provides accurate and fast results for all water sources including home faucets & taps, well water, water softeners, dishwashers, showers, fresh and salt water pools, spas, hot tubs, drinking water, aquariums and many more
• BONUS FREE APP AND DETAILED EBOOK INCLUDED, our total hardness water test strips comes with a great app and e-book explaining what your results mean and everything you need to know about the hardness of your water
• IMPROVE YOUR WATER SUPPLY. Do you have soft or hard water? The right levels can mean cloth diapers and towels come out of the laundry soft and comfortable and many other benefits. Also a must for RV’ers with portable water softeners

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this test iron
Answer:	Hi, No this test kit only tests for water total hardness (calcium carbonate). If you would like a water test for iron we offer a 9 in 1 test and a 15 in 1 test. Please search JNW Direct water test in the search bar. Thanks! Kind regards, Nathan, JNW Direct.
Question:	Will this test for calcium in your tap water
Answer:	Yes in a way ! It provides total Hardness rating for calcium carobonates in the water! Mainly used to establish recycle patterns for your water softener! It doesn't provide any Iron levels which would be handy!
Question:	The pictures are cute, but where is this product manufactured
Answer:	There is nothing on the container to indicate where this product is manufactured. I suggest you go to their website "JNWDirect.com" where they have an email contact.
Question:	Is this the same test as the one on the 9 test kit
Answer:	Hi, yes this is but this is a more cost effective way for people who just want to test their water softener, pool water, etc to see how soft or hard their water is. If you want more tests we recommend the 9 in 1. Best, Nathan.

Product features

Step 1: Remove a Strip from the Bottle

Step 2: Dip Strip in Water for 2 Seconds

Step 3: Remove Excess Water, Place on Tissue Horizontally & Wait 15 Seconds

Step 4: Compare Results Against Color Chart. See App & Ebook for More Info!

Product description

The H2O OK Plus complete water analysis kit is the most complete way to ensure your drinking water is safe and free of 13 water conditions and contaminates including bacteria, pesticides and lead, for a TOTAL of 23 tests. This kit gives the user instant results at home. Includes 1-test for lead; 1 test for coliform bacteria and pesticides. Detailed instructions to test for iron bacteria and hydrogen sulfide.

• Includes 2 tests each for total chlorine, total hardness, iron, pH, total alkalinity, copper, iron bacteria, nitrates, nitrites and hydrogen sulfide. Includes one test each for lead, total coliform bacteria and pesticides
• Easy to use with illustrated instructions in English and Spanish
• Backed by years of research
• Use on any potable water source, including wells and streams
• DYI, provides instant results
• No costly mail-in tests

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this be used to test pool water
Answer:	We used it on our tap water to see if our sink/shower water was normal. I would think that the chlorine would affect it if you have a standard pool. Not sure about salt water pools though. Below is a link that may help depending where you livehttps://www.portlandoregon.gov/water/article/622113
Question:	what makes water smell fishy
Answer:	A fishy smell can be caused by naturally occurring organic material in the earth like Barium or Cadmium metals. Chloramine is a compound of chlorine and ammonia used to disinfect public water sources. Unfortunately, it can cause an unwanted fishy odor in your water.
Question:	what is the method of testing for the hydrogen sulfide in the water sample? I read that it was simply to smell your water
Answer:	Laboratory tests for both iron bacteria and hydrogen sulfide can be expensive and are not DIY tests. The smell/observation tests included in the LabTech Plus kit that have the user both smell and observe the water samples are a true screening tests. Most people do not know what is causing the 'rotten egg' smell in their water supply. Although both Iron Bacteria and Hydrogen Sulfide can both cause the undesirable smell, the remediation is very different.
Question:	How many uses does the deluxe kit provide? I wish to check my water unfiltered and filtered. Can I get at least these 2 uses from it
Answer:	The H2O OK Plus Complete Water Analysis Kit contains 2 tests each for Total Chlorine, Total Hardness, Iron, pH Level, Total Alkalinity, Copper, Iron Bacteria, Nitrates, Nitrites, and Hydrogen Sulfide. The kit also contains 1 test each for Lead, Total Coliform Bacteria, and Pesticides.

Product features

How safe is your family water supply?

Most people at one time or another question the safety of the water supply that they rely upon every day in their homes. Whether you live in the country with your own well or use city supplied water, unwanted chemicals and other contaminates can be present in your water supply.

Contaminants

Contaminants can be present in home water because of faulty plumbing, chemicals and fertilizers leaching into groundwater supplies, run-off from agricultural processes, drug contamination, flooding and chemical water treatment processes. In areas where hydrofracking is utilized, groundwater contamination is also a major homeowner concern.

Animal Health

Contaminated water can make your pets sick. Many of the human health conditions caused by unwanted water conditions also affect your pets. For example excessive levels of chlorine in your pet’s drinking water may cause increased risk of cancer. Some conditions cause dry skin and even impaired alertness. Test your water to be sure you are not harming your pets.

Nobody puts baby in untested water

If you’re concerned about your pet’s health, what about your family’s? Would you bathe your child in untested water? Isn’t it worth knowing for sure that your water supply is safe and secure for your family’s well-being? Of course it is.

LABTECH H2O OK Plus Complete Water Analysis Kit - 13 Tests

Includes tests for:

Lead, Total Coliform Bacteria, Pesticides, Total Chlorine,

Total Hardness, Iron, pH (acidity), Total Alkalinity, Copper,

Iron Bacteria, Nitrates, Nitrites and

Hydrogen Sulfide

Easy to follow illustrated Instructions

-Instructions in both English & Spanish

-2 tests each for the 10 most common contaminates

-1 test each for: Lead, Total Coliform Bacteria and Pesticides

-Instant results for most tests

-Backed by years of research

-Everything included...just add your water

-Resealable package for easy storage

-Safe and Accurate

-DIY testing - nothing to send in

Clean, safe water is essential to good health

-Elevated chlorine levels are associated with increased cancer risk

-High alkalinity can cause dry skin and other problems

-Excessive copper levels have been reported to cause illness

-Increased concentrations of Nitrites interfere with the oxygen carrying capacity of blood

LABTECH H2O OK Drinking Water Analysis Kit - 10 tests

Includes tests for:

Total Chlorine, Total Hardness,

Iron, pH (acidity), Total Alkalinity,

Copper, Iron Bacteria, Nitrates,

Nitrites, Hydrogen Sulfide, Lead, Pesticides and Coliform Bacteria

Test your water supply today for your own health

The health of your family

and the health of your pets

• OUR PROMISE TO YOU. High quality Water Hardness Test Strips are very sensitive to the environment and changes to temperature. In the unlikely event your strips EVER stop working or turn gray please contact us and we'll send you a replacement bottle straight away. No ifs, no buts, just awesome customer service.
• IS YOUR WATER SOFTENER WORKING? If you have a water softener installed, check its effectiveness quickly by taking a water sample and testing with the strips.
• KEEP YOUR FISHES HAPPY. Some fishes need it soft, some need it hard, and some very hard. Maintain the amount of hardness in the water by testing regularly.
• MAXIMIZE THE LIFESPAN OF APPLIANCES AND SAVE MONEY. Hard water leaves mineral build up in pipes and hastens corrosion. Ensure that soft water runs in your system by testing often. 125 strips goes a very long way.
• CLEAN AND CLEAR GLASSES. Avoid hard water stains in your kitchenware by testing the water daily. Hard water also reduces the lather of soaps, making it less efficient.

User questions & answers

Question:	What minerals are tested
Answer:	It just test hardness.
Question:	do they test for chlorine
Answer:	No, they do not test for chlorine.
Question:	What is the parts per grain range? Would like more information in the pictures and write-up. Pics w/women holding strip & nothing on actual product
Answer:	Thank you for your feedback. General guidelines for classification of water Hardness are calculated mg/L: 0 to 60 mg/L (milligrams per liter) as calcium carbonate is classified as soft; 61 to 120 mg/L as moderately hard; 121 to 180 mg/L as hard; and more than 180 mg/L as very hard. Color Charts and instructions for use are provided on the box and bottle for easy color matching.
Question:	when do these expire and how long are strips good for once the bottle is open
Answer:	The Test Strips have an expiry of around 2 years and a usually good for at least 3 months after opening/breaking the foil seal. If kept in a dark place away from heat and light and moisture they may last longer.

• ✓ SAVE MONEY / TEST 100 TIMES! - Testing each element separately at a lab can cost hundreds of dollars, which prevents people from testing every six months. Use this test to stay updated on your water quality without spending hundreds! 100 Strips means 100 tests!
• ✓ SIMPLE AND ACCURATE - No need to be a professional. Get your results quickly and easily whether it’s your tap, well, filtered, or any other water source!
• ✓ COMPLETE TEST - Our test currently offers the widest array of parameters on the market. This 17 parameter kit covers all the main contaminants you need to worry about. Includes: Lead, Bacteria (E. Coli / Water Contamination), Fluoride, Iron, Copper, Mercury, Total chlorine, Nitrite, Nitrate, pH, Total Alkalinity, Hardness, Aluminum, Sulfate, Zinc, Free Chlorine, and Manganese!
• ✓ SUPPORTS CHARITY - 5% of all sales are donated to Water For Good, a non profit charity tackling water poverty in Central Africa. Test your water knowing you're making worldwide change! #CleanWaterWorldwide
• ✓ LIVE CUSTOMER SUPPORT - Our team of water quality experts offer very fast and effective responses through our 24/7 live chat, as well as our email! Our customers voice is very important to us, and thats why we make it so easy for them to contact us!

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this kit have instructions in English and Spanish
Answer:	It does not have a Spanish version, but we would be happy to have one of our experts translate for you. You can contact our customer support, and we will assist you!
Question:	Will the Flouride test show at levels below .7 parts per million
Answer:	Thank You for reaching out Katie. Per your question, the fluoride test does detect below .7 PPM, all the way up to 5. All parameters in the kit test within EPA standards.
Question:	Can I purchase the bacteria tests only
Answer:	Currently we don’t sell our bacteria tests separately. We plan to offer this in the future, but in the mean time you can either buy the full kit, or reach out to our support team. We are available 7 days a week and may be able to come to a resolution!
Question:	Does this kit test for molds
Answer:	This kit does not test for mold.

Product description

*Certified Laboratory Testing for: 4 In-Organics, 3 Physical Properties, 8 Toxic Metals and 1 DIY Total Coliform Bacteria Test

*Contains a set of water quality test vessels to allow you to test for 15 parameters.

*Fill the vessels with your water sample, provide the requested information, place all items into the Free Return Mailer as directed, drop the mailer into your mailbox.

*Once you set-up your account at Safe Home Test Kits dot com your test results will be available for you to view or download within 7-10 business days of when we receive your water sample. Number of days for test completion do not include the days your sample is in transit to our lab, nor the date of sample receipt, nor weekends or holidays.

*Once we receive your water sample, you will be notified by email of the date, when to expect your test results.

*If your test results are not available when promised, simply notify us in writing. Once this is confirmed, we send you another kit like the one you purchased,.. Free! It's that simple!

*Our certified laboratory testing provides the required accuracy to confirm if your water exceeds the Federal Maximum Contamination Limits set by the EPA for human consumption.

*Includes one Free Do-It-Yourself, Bacteria in Water Test: Conduct this test yourself, in the comfort of your own home for Total Coliform and E. coli.



*Over 4-Million water tests sold – worldwide. When you buy from Safe Home, you are purchasing the very best value in accuracy and dependability for your family’s drinking water safety.

*Testing is for informational purposes only and is not intended for regulated reporting.

• EXCLUSIVE BRAND of water test kits to earn the Good Housekeeping Seal. Named one of the Top-10 New Products at the National Hardware Show.
• MADE IN THE USA and supported by certified scientists with over 150 years of combined experience in testing drinking water.
• TESTING AT EPA CERTIFIED LAB guarantees accurate results. See attached image for a complete list of parameters to be tested. Testing for informational purposes only.
• LAB FEES & RETURN-SHIPPING are included. Detailed report available on any electronic device in 7-10 business days after we receive your water sample or your next kit, is Free!
• YOUR PURCHASE MAKES A DIFFERENCE in people’s lives. Safe Home donates a portion of every test kit sale to clean water initiatives around the globe. See video to learn more!

User questions & answers

Question:	What does this test kit cover? Will it show me how much fluoride is in our water source
Answer:	The Safe Home "SELECT" Drinking Water Test Kit provides analysis of 15 contaminants - 8 metals, 3 Physical Properties and 4 In-Organics (including Fluoride). Please visit our home website at EnviroTestKits.com and go to the Safe Home Water Quality Test Kits platform. Click on the picture of the SELECT test kit and scroll down to read the exact list of contaminants to be tested. Thank you for considering Safe Home Water Quality Test Kits, for your drinking water testing needs.
Question:	Does this test look for Haloaetic Acids in water? If not, is there one that does
Answer:	Hello Amazon Customer, Thank you for asking about our Safe Home SELECT Water Quality Kit with testing for 15 different parameters at our EPA-certified lab. HAA5's are a specific group of semi-volatile organics that require a very specific test kit. While we do perform testing for HAA5's for thousands of customers, they are not part of any test kit that we sell, on Amazon. Our ULTIMATE Water Quality Kit which is sold here on Amazon does test for more than 200 different parameters, including 150 volatile and semi-volatile organics (but does not test for HAA5's). You can click on any of our product listings on Amazon and go to the details page for the respective test kit and view a complete list of parameters to be tested. If you have additional questions, please feel free to call our toll-free number 888-932-6699 and we will be happy to assist you. Thank you again for considering, Safe Home Water Quality Test Kits.
Question:	Exactly what is tested in this kit? exactly what 15 contaminants? not interested in any other kits
Answer:	Hello TJF, Thank you for your interest in our Safe Home SELECT Drinking Water Test Kit, with testing for 15 contaminants at our EPA Certified Lab. Simply click on the image of the product in the Amazon listing. This will take you to the details page. On the details page and in the first bullet point, you may view a complete list of contaminants to be tested from this kit. Thank you again for your interest in Safe Home Drinking Water Test Kits, where we make a difference in people's lives through science.
Question:	Does this kit test for hexavalent chromium
Answer:	Our Safe Home "SELECT" Kit, tests for 15 total contaminants (including Total Chromium) but does not test for Hexavalent Chromium. However, our Safe Home "PREMIUM" Kit, tests for 50 contaminants and does include Hexavalent Chromium. Thank you for considering Safe Home Drinking Water Test Kits.

• ✅ A SIMPLE, ACCURATE AND LOW-COST WAY to screen your water for the presence of potentially harmful contaminants.
• ✅ MADE IN THE USA IN LINE WITH OFFICIAL EPA LIMITS - Compare your results with EPA-approved guidelines for drinking water quality. Don't rely on Chinese-made "bulk" strip kits, these are often merely wastewater tests with unapproved and unsafe Lead, Iron, and Copper readings.
• ✅ COMPREHENSIVE TESTING FOR PEACE OF MIND - Not only does this test kit detect even the smallest amounts of Lead and Copper, it also tests for Bacteria and other crucial water quality parameters. Having unbalanced levels of Chlorine, Hardness, pH, Alkalinity, Nitrate or Nitrite can indicate serious issues.
• ✅ NO SCIENCE DEGREE AND NO MAILING REQUIRED - This home water-testing kit is simple enough for anyone to use with zero expertise or equipment. Get your results quickly and easily - whether it’s from a tap, well, municipal, or spring. Just follow the included step-by-step instructions.
• ✅ HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS SAVED ON LAB TESTS - Let’s be honest, most of us don’t test every 6 months like recommended. Testing separately for every element at a laboratory would cost stupid amounts of money. This kit makes it possible to find out what’s in your water without breaking the bank.

User questions & answers

Question:	In the Bacteria Check it says to keep in a 70degree-90degree room. Will the test come out differently if not conducted in that temperature
Answer:	Needs to be warm for the bacteria
Question:	Does this test for arsenic in the water
Answer:	No. We have found arsenic test strips to be unreliable. There are many interferences with the dip strip method.We don't recommend them and won't offer them to our customers.
Question:	What is the range of the copper test
Answer:	The copper strip range is zero to 5.0 ppm.
Question:	How many test strips are in the kit
Answer:	Two 4-in-1 strips for pH, total alkalinity, total chlorine and total hardness. One lead test. One copper test. Two nitrite/nitrate strips.

Product features

About Health Metric

Making the complex simple. We do this by making it as easy as possible to protect your health from common hazards.

You can always count on our team of air and water quality experts to help you understand the risks and stay safe. Above all, we’re here to keep you happy and healthy.

Product description

For 50 year, fishkeeping enthusiasts have looked to the Tetra name for products and solutions that add ease and beauty to their home. Whether you're an experienced hobbyist or just starting out, Tetra has everything you need–-from a large variety of quality fish food and innovative equipment to test kits and decor. Maintaining a healthy, safe aquarium environment for your fish is important, and regularly testing your water levels in the aquarium is critical to success. EasyStrips™ are a perfect solution. By quickly testing for all water quality issues in your aquarium water, EasyStrips provide accurate results with minimal effort, and have the most advanced technology in water testing because they're designed from the same medical and scientific laboratory technology. A healthy aquatic environment starts with clean water, so be sure to use EasyStrips to promote a vibrant aquarium. 6-in-1 EasyStrips are easy to use. Just a quick dip in your aquarium water, a 60- second wait, and you will find out your results. This amazing advancement gives you the most accurate results compared to other products that often indicate higher, inaccurate readings. Besides the most accurate results, 6-in-1 EasyStrips uses 3 pads that test for General water Hardness (GH), nitrates, nitrites, alkalinity (KH), and pH levels.

• COMPLETE TESTING Regularly testing your water levels is critical to the success of your aquarium
• 6 DIFFERENT TESTS WITH 1 STRIP Just one test monitors nitrates nitrites water hardness chlorine alkalinity and pH levels
• VERSATILE Can be used in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums
• CONVENIENT Just dip into water wait 60 seconds and read results
• USAGE Use weekly to monitor aquarium water after water changes or when adding new fish
• Age Range Description: All Life Stages

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this accurate in salt water too
Answer:	Yes these strips are for fresh and salt water.
Question:	What is the expiration date
Answer:	Hello derek r., the expiration date is stamped on the bottom of the bottle. These strips have a 3 year shelf life.
Question:	I just received this item and there is no color chart on the bottle to compare. Am i missing something
Answer:	Color chart is behind the back label. It is on the bottle. You will need to peel the label back from the bottom. This is a good product.
Question:	What is expiration date? I bought some before and it had only 1 month left
Answer:	The bottle it reads two numbers: 2020/12 December 2020?) I've read things about retailers putting a false ex-date on products just to move the product... with no concern about the end user. Can I trust this product? I've left API strips b/c they're def not accurate. API master kit is good.. but I prefer ACCURATE test strips. Anyone know if these are reliable?

Product features

Tetra EasyStrips 6-in-1 Aquarium Test Strips

Keep your tank healthy. Maintaining a healthy, safe aquarium environment for your fish is important, and regularly testing your water levels in the aquarium is critical to success. EasyStrips are a perfect solution. By quickly testing for all water quality issues in your aquarium water, EasyStrips provide accurate results with minimal effort, and have the most advanced technology in water testing because they're designed from the same medical and scientific laboratory technology. A healthy aquatic environment starts with clean water, so be sure to use EasyStrips to promote a vibrant aquarium.

6-in-1 EasyStrips

Tetra 6-in-1 EasyStrips are easy to use. Just a quick dip in your aquarium water, a 60- second wait, and you will find out your results. This amazing advancement gives you the most accurate results compared to other products that often indicate higher, inaccurate readings.

Besides the most accurate results, Tetra 6 in 1 EasyStrips uses 3 pads that test for General water Hardness (GH), nitrates, nitrites, alkalinity (KH), and pH levels.

Product description

*Safe Home Lead in Water Test Kits, provide you with testing for dissolved Lead that may be found in a City Water Supply or Well Water Supply.

*If Lead is detected through DIY Screening, we provide you with additional testing options.

*You may choose from any number of our Safe Home test kits here on Amazon, that offer confirmation testing for Lead (dissolved + solid = total Lead) through our EPA Certified Laboratory.



*Over 4-Million water tests sold – worldwide. When you buy from Safe Home, you are purchasing the very best value in accuracy and dependability for your family’s drinking water safety.

• EXCLUSIVE BRAND of water test kits to earn the Good Housekeeping Seal. Named one of the Top-10 New Products at the National Hardware Show.
• DESIGNED & SUPPORTED by certified scientists with over 150 years of combined experience in testing drinking water. Made in the USA!
• LEAD TESTING mechanisms are from patented technologies that indicate if dissolved Lead levels are above or below the USEPA Action Level of 0.015 ppm (15 ppb).
• RESULTS IN 10-MINUTES. Includes tri-lingual instructions. See product description below to learn more.
• YOUR PURCHASE MAKES A DIFFERENCE in people’s lives. Safe Home donates a portion of every test kit sale to clean water initiatives around the globe. See video to learn more!

User questions & answers

Question:	How many test strips are there
Answer:	Thank you for asking about our Safe Home DIY Lead in Drinking Water Test Kit. This test kit has the only technology capable of telling you if the concentration of Lead is above or below the USEPA's Action Level of 0.015 ppm. There is one test per package. If you have additional questions, please call our toll-free number 888-932-6699.
Question:	Is there only one test strip
Answer:	Hello LJW, Thank you asking about our Safe Home DIY LEAD in Drinking Water Test Kit. This is a "Single Pack" as indicated in the product listing and has one strip in the pack, for one test for Lead. If we can be of further assistance, please feel free to give us a call at our toll free number 888-932-6699 and ask for Safe Home Customer Services. Thank you again for asking about Safe Home Water Quality Test Kits.
Question:	So in the instructions, why is the illustration showing a full tube vs. one pipette? Please manufacturer, tell us what is correct
Answer:	Hello OTG, Thank you for your enquiry about our Safe Home DIY Lead in Drinking Water test kit. The instructions of "one pipette" is correct. However your question is understandable, considering the visual illustration on the package does not match the volume in the tube after applying one pipette full of water. We realized this months ago and came out with a second generation of packaging and instructions (now being sold globally, including Amazon). You apparently received one of the first-generation test kits that Amazon is still selling from their inventory. If you have additional questions, please call our toll-free number 888-932-6699 and we will be happy to assist you. We are in business to make a difference in people's lives, through science and with input like yours, we can make our products, better.