pH is a measure of how acidic pond water is. Fish do not like fluctuating pH levels, and need to be kept within a specific pH range. The only way to determine the pH of the water is with a TetraPond pH kit.

Nitrite is produced from the breakdown of ammonia in the filter. Nitrite is highly toxic to fish, but is usually removed from the water by the bacteria which live inside the filter. However, in new ponds, or if the filter bacteria are damaged, the nitrite level may become toxic. The only way to know what the nitrite level is, is by testing the water with a TetraPond Nitrite kit. Regular testing, especially in new ponds, will prevent damage caused by nitrite poisoning.

Ammonia is excreted by fish directly into the water, and is also released from the breakdown of solid waste and uneaten food. Ammonia is highly toxic to fish, but is usually removed from the water by the bacteria which live inside the filter. However, in new ponds, or if the filter bacteria are damaged, the ammonia level may become toxic. The only way to know what the ammonia level is, is by testing the water with a TetraPond Ammonia kit. Regular testing, especially in new ponds, will prevent damage caused by ammonia poisoning.

The TetraPond Water Test Set offers an easy way to check the health of your pond. Ammonia and nitrite are natural waste products formed within the pond, that are toxic to fish, plants and other aquatic life. The only way to determine their concentration is to test the water, which is why the Water Test Set is an essential piece of kit for every pond owner. In addition, the kit measures the pH, or acidity, of the water, which is also important for maintaining health and condition in fish.

Ammonia is a dangerous nitrogen compound that can seriously harm pond fish. Fish respiration and the decay of organic matter (ex.: excess food and dead leaves) produces ammonia. In addition, runoff from surrounding areas may introduce compounds that can disrupt biological filtration and result in toxic ammonia levels in your pond.

pH in pond water greatly affects the health of fish and plants, ammonia toxicity, algae growth, and biological filtration. The Laguna pH Test Kit provides an accurate and easy way to measure the pH value in your pond water. This test determines whether water is acidic or alkaline, and adjustments can be made accordingly.

Carbonate Hardness (KH) levels need to be tested on a regular basis because they fluctuate over time and can result in unstable pH levels in your pond water. Low Carbonate Hardness will result in poor plant growth and potentially contribute to water quality problems.

Monitoring the nitrite level in your pond on a weekly basis will help prevent fish loss. Regular testing will reveal problems before your pond fish start to exhibit symptoms associated with stress and disease.

This all-in-one combo pack includes four essential test kits for measuring and analyzing the pH, Ammonia, Carbonate & General Hardness and Nitrite/Nitrate levels in your pond water.

Your pond needs to be tested regularly to help keep it in perfect health. Regular use of Laguna Quick Test Strips provides pond owners with the essential information. Each test strip measures pH, total hardness, total alkalinity, nitrite, and nitrate levels.