WATER PROBLEMS

Water Problems

Pick the water issue that best matches what you're seeing. Each page explains what it is, why it happens, and what to do next.

Ammonia

Any reading is a problem. Act fast: aeration + water change + detox.

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pH swings

Night vs morning pH changes often mean low KH/alkalinity.

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Nitrite

Often appears after filter disturbance or cycling issues.

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Low KH / alkalinity

Low KH causes unstable pH and stressed fish.

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Chlorine / chloramine

Common after water changes if dechlor isn’t adequate.

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Cloudy water

Usually suspended fines, bacteria bloom, or disturbed biofilm.

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