Five Things to Never Flush Down the Toilet
Orange County leader in residential home service, Best Service, encourages everyone to avoid flushing common items down the toilet
Nov 15, 2017, 06:35 ET
YORBA LINDA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Best Service, a leading residential electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning company serving Orange County has timely plumbing advice for all homeowners.
Sewer and septic systems are designed for a very specific purpose. Adding modern convenience items to the system can cause serious plumbing problems, which in turn, can become a serious money problem for homeowners and rental property owners. To avoid expensive repairs, never send the following five things down the toilet:
- Anything made from cotton: Cotton balls and swabs will not dissolve in water and will clog pipes.
- Dental floss: Floss isn't biodegradable and can contribute to pipe clogs.
- Disposable cleaning wipes and sponges: Wipes and sponges don't break down like toilet paper. Not even those marketed as flushable are acceptable for flushing down the drain.
- Feminine hygiene products and disposable diapers: These highly absorbent products are designed to soak up liquid and will not dissolve in water.
- Hair: Hair doesn't break down in water, it floats and gets stuck as it moves through the system.
"The toilet is something we all use daily," said Brian Vardiman, owner of Best Service. "It has one purpose and should never be used as a general disposal for things that belong in the garbage. Some may be surprised to learn that items marketed as flushable aren't. Disposable wipes can collect in pipes and cause a system backup. Sewer systems can process two things – toilet paper and human waste."
Best Service has been providing services to Orange County and surrounding areas for 15 years. The mission of the company is to help people live in greater safety and comfort. They do this consistently providing superior customer service, coupled with the highest quality repairs and workmanship.
About Best Service
Located in Yorba Linda, California, Best Service has been providing services to Orange County and the surrounding areas since the 2003. Offering unparalleled experience to homeowners and small businesses, the Best Service mission is to build long-lasting relationships with its customers. All of its Orange County electricians, plumbers and heating and air experts are licensed, professionally trained and extensively experienced. Available 24/7 for repairs, Best Service has helped homeowners maintain a comfortable living experience year-round. For more information on Best Service, visit www.callbest.net or call 714-400-BEST (714-400-2378).
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