The test strips check the hardness, the pH, and the chlorine in seconds. Reading them at the right time gives the accurate result.
The dip
Dip the strip into the running water for the full count. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In Eagle Mountain, the moving water is the correct draw.
The time
Wait the exact seconds listed on the bottle before the read. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In Eagle Mountain, the timing is the accuracy.
The light
Read the colors in the good daylight, not the dim corner. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In Eagle Mountain, the light shows the true shade.
The chart
Match the pad to the color chart on the bottle for each test. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In Eagle Mountain, the chart is the key.
The freshness
Close the bottle tightly so the strips stay dry and fresh. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In Eagle Mountain, the moisture ruins the strips.
The expiry
Check the expiration date before you trust the result. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines In Eagle Mountain, the old strips mislead.
The call
Need a lab-grade test? Call 888-217-3585 and Eagle Mountain Home Plumbing Co will match you with an Eagle Mountain pro for the water check.
Plumbing in Eagle Mountain: what to know
In Eagle Mountain, hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and freezing winters stress exposed lines. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Utah County — from Saratoga Springs, Lehi and Bluffdale to ZIP codes like 84005, 84013, 84045 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Eagle Mountain?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Eagle Mountain Home Plumbing Co will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Eagle Mountain.