How Often do you Test

[laxzach]

I am just wondering how often you test your water. I know water can change faster in nano tanks and I am downsizing my 70gal to a 20. If you reply please post how often and what size tank.

 

[azreefgirl]

I have a size 29 Biocube (23 gal) and I test once a week before I do my water change.

 

[kmc]

I also have a 29 gal biocube and I usually check once a week myself and then when I go to the LFS to get water I let them check it just to confirm that it is ok.

 

[mkzimms]

12 gal aquapod.
every other day for ammonia, nitrates, and pH... then once a week for calcium, phosphates, nitrites.
sometimes i just wake up at 3am and start testing because i'm paranoid. :help:

 

[nygel]

never

 

[jacksonpt]

12g Aquapod. I've had the tank for about 6mos now and I've tested my tank water twice and my RO/DI water twice. Once your tank is set and you know it's "routine" you won't have to test nearly as often.

 

[praisethel]

I'm thinking of downsizing, too. Are you happy with your decision to go smaller? I keep looking at those new 29 gallon JBJ units with the halides, fans, and everything integrated......sounds dreamy.

 

[nygel]

29 gallons hold 23 gallons, figured that should be noted.

 

[praisethel]

I'm thinking of downsizing, too. Are you happy with your decision to go smaller? I keep looking at those new 29 gallon JBJ units with the halides, fans, and everything integrated......sounds dreamy.

 

[laxzach]

I havent downsized yet but I have always noticed that smaller tanks look extremely full and that is what I want. I will be building the stand for my 20 this weekend and then start the cycling

 

[catawaba]

24g nano. check weekly before water change. (20%)