Quote Originally Posted by Watermom
Especially since you don't live close to a pool store, you need the capability to test your own water reliably. (Actually, everyone does, regardless of where they live. Testing your own water is always better than relying on a pool store.) Consider buying the kit that most of us use from the sister site to this forum www.poolsolutions.com .

http://www.poolsolutions.com/cart/ps234.php
I was suggesting in an earlier post that he have his water tested for metals. Unfortunately, most test kits, including Ben's, don't test for iron and copper. That is why I suggested the pool store. He has the walmart kit.