Remember to think before you flush to avoid clogs

Nobody wants a clogged toilet or backed up sewer flooding their basement. That’s why it’s important for residents to think before they flush and remember to only flush items that are accepted in Durham Region’s water and sanitary sewer system.

Only the three P’s can be flushed: pee, poo and toilet paper. Even products marketed as “flushable”, such as flushable wipes, can cause backups. This is because these products don’t break down the same way toilet paper does, and it can cause serious clogs and costly damage due to backups and flooding.

Some other products that should not be flushed include:

• Disposable wipes
• Masks
• Medications
• Tampons and pads
• Cotton swabs
• And more!

By thinking before you flush, you can save the hassle of a cleanup or repair.

Do you know what to do if you experience flooding in your basement due to a clogged pipe? Check out our website to find out or learn more about the updated Sewer User Rate By-law at durham.ca/SewerBackup.