Your Drain Pipe's Worst Enemy
There are a number of items that get flushed or washed down the drain that simply
do not belong in your sewer pipes. Being informed about what objects and products can
cause damage can help you protect and maintain the lifespan of your sewer system.
Here are some items that do not belong in your pipes:
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Cat Litter: While some companies try to advertise litter than can be flushed, the reality
is that these items can cause problems for your pipes.
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Feminine Hygiene Products: Because feminine products do not dissolve in water, they are prone to jamming
up pipes. Again, these are sometimes marketed as safe to flush, but experts
generally advise against it.
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Certain Food Waste: Soft and small food items are generally okay to wash down through your
garbage disposal. However, there are a few items that frequently cause
clogs. These include: egg shells, coffee grounds, pasta, and rice.
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Grease & Fat: Oil and grease have the ability to harden and coat pipes and cause severe
clogging problems over time. A large portion of sewer problems can be
directly attributed to grease.
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Paper & Cotton Products: Anything more durable than toilet paper is not advisable to flush down
the drain. This includes paper towels as well as cotton balls.
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Baby Wipes: Here is yet another product that is commonly marketed as "flushable".
Plumbers, especially metropolitan sewer workers, know better. If baby
wipes can clog city-sized sewer mains, think what these can do to your
home's pipes!
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Does My Sewer Line Need to be Cleaned?
Sewer line cleaning is something that is usually performed on an as-needed
basis. Newer and better maintained sewers usually will not need it, while
older and more abused systems require it.
Our experts provide comprehensive sewer cleaning services in Seattle for
any of the following situations:
- Your drains are clogging consistently
- You smell sewage near drains, in the basement, or in the yard
- You hear gurgling sounds in your pipes
- There is water coming out of the basement drain
- Your drains are backing up
- Your foundation shows signs of damage or excess moisture
Find Out What Makes Us a Go-To Choice for Drain Problems
Our team of Seattle drain cleaning professionals are highly trained and
dedicated to solving a specific set of problems. Because our team focuses
on issues specific just to drain and sewer pipes, we have the expertise
to solve your problem with speed, care, and precision. But don't take
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