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Message: [QUOTE="Mmathis, post: 313515, member: 3238"] [USER=8725]@LorraineT[/USER] Most of us on GPF prefer to use the liquid "drop" tests [like API] as they tend to be more accurate than the strips. And it's important to watch the exp. date [I get a new kit every year]. One thing to keep in mind about pH is that it's less important WHAT your pH reading is and more important that it stays consistent. IOW, don't worry about trying to keep your pH to a certain number. Also, if you're using the API kit, there is a "high range" bottle, and a "low range" bottle, so be sure you're using the same one each time. This is just speculation here, but if your pond is "cycling," it might be at the "nitrate" stage, which is normal. As with the high ammonia, water changes will eliminate the excess nitrates. [/QUOTE]