But too much may have health consequences. Regular tap water has a pH level of around 7.5. Alkaline water has a pH of 8 to 9. The higher the number, the more alkaline (basic). The lower the number ...

There’s an autumn chill in the air, which means it’s time to close the pool for the winter. And while in-ground pools and many above-ground ones don’t need to be drained, they should be ...