Unsure of how well a pool is maintained? You can test the water yourself. Swimmers can test the chemical levels of a pool before they swim by using testing kits purchased from home improvement or pool chemical stores.
Test strips:
This chart shows different pH levels and their associated color when using a test strip. Image courtesy of Dammar Indsutry Ltd.
- Test strips are chemically treated to react by producing a certain color upon dipping in the water.
- The testing kits come with instructions for collecting water or simply dipping a strip in the pool.
- Certain duration of time is needed for the strips to react with the chemical in the water before an indicative color is obtained.
- Match the color of the strip alongside the scale provided with the kit.
Where to find testing kits in Ingham County:
Dietz Pool West„
3930 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI„
(517) 886-9494
Nosal Flamingo Pools Inc„
2024 Bradwell Ct, Lansing, MI„
517) 272-1257
Delta Swimming Pool Supplies„
3463 Millwood Rd, Lansing, MI„
(517) 321-8740
Roman’s Pool Supplies & Services„
2620 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI„
(517) 545-4555
Aquarius Pools & Games„
6070 S MLK Jr Blvd, Lansing, MI„
(517) 882-2620„
Total Pool Supply„ –
6107 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI„
517) 552-6088
Lifestyles-Hotspring Spas„
14465 S US Highway 27, Dewitt, MI„
(517) 371-1950
Dietz Pools Spas and Cigars„
954 E Grand River Rd, Williamston, MI„ (517) 655-4381
Classic Pool & Spa„
12455 S US Highway 27, Dewitt, MI„
517) 669-3046
Pietila Pools„
2549 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI„
(517) 548-3782