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Replacement reagent bottles for Taylor, LaMotte, and Poolmaster test kits. Same-day delivery so a bottle that wore out on Monday doesn't cost you a week of accurate testing.

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Call (469) 455-1054 to confirm availability in Ponder.

Why pool test reagents & refills matters for Ponder pools

Liquid reagent kits are designed for refills — you don't rebuy the whole box every year. The fast-wearing reagents are the FAS-DPD chlorine titrant (R-0871) and the CYA reagent (R-0013); the rest last longer. Knowing which bottle is empty is the difference between a working kit and a paperweight. We carry the Taylor R-series numbers most service techs reach for, plus LaMotte and Poolmaster equivalents, all with current manufacture dates.

Ponder's water is predominantly from well systems serving individual properties, characterized by elevated mineral content (800-1100 ppm TDS) with high calcium and iron content typical of Denton County groundwater. Water hardness creates scaling and staining challenges requiring chelation agents and pH management. Some properties benefit from iron filters or water softeners, but pool maintenance still requires professional expertise to manage treatment protocols appropriately. The well water chemistry is the primary maintenance challenge in Ponder, making experienced well water service providers essential.

Pool Test Reagents & Refills questions from Ponder customers

Which reagent runs out fastest for Ponder pool owners?
R-0871 (FAS-DPD chlorine titrant) and R-0013 (CYA reagent). Ponder owners using trichlor tabs test CYA monthly, so the R-0013 wears in the 6-12 month range. The FAS-DPD bottle wears proportional to how many full FC tests you run; weekly testers replace it every 6-9 months.
Do you keep Taylor reagents in stock in Ponder?
Yes — we carry the full R-series in current-manufacture inventory at our Northlake store, and ship same-day to Ponder (76259). Single-bottle refills, never just the bundled six-pack you don't need.
What about LaMotte / Poolmaster reagents?
We stock LaMotte ColorQ refill packs and Poolmaster Pro reagent refills as alternatives. Functionally similar to Taylor R-series but specific to those kit families — make sure you match the kit you own.
Can I just use any DPD reagent in my Taylor kit?
For FC color-matching: yes, any DPD #1 powder works. For FAS-DPD titration (the precision drop-count method the K-2006 uses): no, you need the Taylor R-0871 specifically — substitutes will throw off the drop count. The R-0013 CYA reagent is also Taylor-specific because the turbidity test depends on the precise concentration.
How do I know which reagent number to buy?
Open your kit. Each bottle has its R-number printed on the label (R-0871, R-0013, R-0010-J, R-0014, etc.). Match the number when you reorder. If you have a K-2006, the most-replaced bottles are R-0871 (FAS-DPD) and R-0013 (CYA reagent).
Do reagents have an expiration date?
Yes — Taylor stamps a manufacture date on every bottle. We rotate inventory weekly so what you receive has 1-2+ years of shelf life remaining. If you receive a bottle with under 12 months of life, contact us and we'll replace it.

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