Flushable Wipes Aren't That Flushable

"How convenient!" consumers think. "A soft and effective wipe that I can throw down my toilet just like toilet paper." The truth? These 'flushable' wipes that have been on the market for years are actually clogging up septic systems everywhere. 

As sales accelerate, so do the number of clogs in our world's sewer system. According to Bloomberg, "the hygiene fad costs governments millions of dollars a year." 

The moral of the story? Not everything that clears your toilet is truly flushable and not every product advertised as flushable actually is. Using greater precaution and thinking twice before putting things down the drain might save our city, with the largest U.S. sewer system, up to $18 million dollars over the next few years. 

Read more about these flush-defying wipes on Bloomberg. 

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11 Things You Should Never Put in Your Drain

Clogging up your drains can be easier than you think! We all have those moments where we watch some unwanted item slip in to our sink and think "That's alright, it won't be a big deal." The truth, however, is it may become a big deal sooner than later.

Homeowners spend more money unclogging their drains then necessary. Thanks to Huffington Post, we have a list of 11 items you should never put in your drain, to save you some frustration and money!

1. Fat
2. Grease and Oil
3. Orange Peels
4. Coffee Grinds
5. Eggshells
6. Tea Leaves
7. Semolina
8. Metamucil And Other Medications
9. Jello
10. Potato Peels
11. Rice

Make your life simpler and start breaking any bad habits today! Too late? Call New York Plumbing and Sewer Rooter to get your drains cleared.

Learn more on why these 11 items should never be found in your drain at huffingtonpost.com.

Why You Should Get Your Drains Cleaned Annually

A clean drain means fewer headaches for homeowners, but clean drains are actually rare in most homes. This may be because drains are the most frequent used plumbing device in any home. Another reason we suffer from clogged drains is our inability to be able to see what is actually happening inside the pipes. If you want to avoid constant backup issues and clogging, we advise getting your drains cleaned professionally at least one time a year.

Our highly trained professional plumbers provide sewer and drain cleaning services as well as other plumbing services. We specialize in clogged sewer lines, clogged drains to residential and commercial customers. If you have any sewer or drain emergency then call us and we'll be there within 30 minutes, 24 hours per day 365 days a year.

Call our office anytime at (718) 354-8013 or visit our website http://www.nyplumbingandsewerrooter.com/index.html for more information.