Quote Originally Posted by CarlD
Again, I do not rely on strips--I try to use drop-testing everyday, but like all of us, between work, home, family, kids I am sometimes forced to take quicker, less-optimal measures. I may not have 2 minutes to test--only 30 seconds to make sure I don't have a problem.
I use test strips for the exact reason above....when I want to quickly make sure there is at least some chlorine in the pool...usually as I'm running out the door. If the strip has any purple, I know I'm ok for the time being...and will make sure to run a "drop" test as soon as I can. Works great for me...I've yet to have an algae bloom (knock on wood).