To Flush or Not to Flush? That Is the Question…
BY MET Plumbing LLC | January 29, 2018
Although toilets may appear to work like magic, flushing inappropriate items down the drain can have severe consequences. Negligence in this regard may lead to a blocked toilet, requiring a plumber’s assistance and causing harm to the water treatment facilities and the environment of the city. The rule of what can be flushed down the toilet is quite straightforward: only human waste and toilet paper are acceptable. Any other items must be disposed of in a trash can. Here is a compilation of common and rare items that should NOT be flushed down the toilet.
- Wipes: Although pre-moistened baby and adult wipes may seem flushable, they don’t break apart like toilet paper and can cause clogging in sewer systems.
- Medication: Flushing medication may harm water supplies and wildlife, as filtration and water treatment systems may not always remove them.
- Feminine Products: Tampons and pads can expand and cause blockages in plumbing, so it’s essential to dispose of them in the trash can.
- Cat Litter: The particles in kitty litter are designed to clump together, making it a perfect recipe for clogging.
- A Snake: It’s hard to believe, but live animals such as snakes should never be flushed down the toilet. In an incident in Australia, a man found a nearly ten-foot-long python in his toilet.
Of course, should any clogs arise, don’t hesitate to call MET Plumbing & Air Conditioning! You’ll be glad we met!