Beware the Fatberg! Take Care of Texas, September 26, 2022
“I don’t understand why my pipes are clogged. My mother always poured grease down the drain and ran hot water behind it. Why is this a problem now?” We have all said this but here we are having to call a plumber because the sewage is backing up into our house. The article linked above is packed full of information, different than what your mother did, to help you avoid those nasty plumbing backups.
Yes, even those “flushable” wipes that you have grown accustomed to using are a big culprit. They do not break down like toilet paper. They are flushable but they cause problems further down the line.
This article will give you a better understanding of the real issues related to our clogged pipes. Some of the items listed as culprits will surprise you or prompt you to think twice before flushing them yourselves.
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