The next time you are doing the dishes, pay attention to what’s being washed down the drain. Letting waste flow down the kitchen sink (or any sink for that matter) can cause drain clogging and potentially lead to sewage spills that hurt the environment. Fat, Oil and Grease Fats, oils, and grease …
What Causes a Sewage Backup in the Basement
Sewage can end up backing up into the basement when the main sewer line or the home's drainpipes become clogged. Water that's under pressure, for instance, from a sewer back up, looks for the lowest, easiest point of escape. This is why wastewater backing up from the basement's sewer line typically …
Are Flushable Wipes Really Safe to Flush?
The popularity of personal wipes reached an all-time high in 2015 in the U.S. (according to Euromonitor International, a market research group) and it continues to grow. Several companies are labeling these products "flushable wipes" or claim that they are safe for septic use. The truth is, wipes, …