Disposable wipes are undeniably a helpful product that countless people use on a daily basis. While they’re often advertised as “flushable,” they can actually cause major issues for Wisconsin homeowners, leading to the need for emergency repair services.

While disposable wipes were first used primarily for babies, more brands expanded their marketing efforts toward the adult market. Now, disposable wipes are used for a huge range of purposes. Since there isn’t a diaper garbage in every bathroom, more wipes have been flushed down the toilet for quick, easy disposal.

As it turns out, the disposal isn’t so easy. Disposable wipes don’t break down as easily as toilet paper or paper towels, making them a nightmare for some plumbing or septic systems. The wipes can catch on rough sections of your piping, and once they do, they’ll continue to gather buildup. Other objects and materials flushed down the toilet can catch on the clogged wipe, quickly causing a major backup. When this happens, emergency repair is often needed.

How big of a problem can the disposable wipes cause? New York City recently spent more than $18 million fixing equipment problems stemming from the disposal of wipes. While it would take a large home to rack up an emergency repair bill of this magnitude, wipe-related damage can be expensive.

When it comes to disposable wipes, you should have a “no flush” rule. One wipe here and there may seem harmless, but it can quickly add up and cause major plumbing and septic headaches. Steve’s Plumbing & Heating will save your Wisconsin Rapids, WI, home from a wipe-related disaster or a wide range of other plumbing and septic problems. With 24-emergency repair service and a crew of experienced team members, your problem will be solved quickly and professionally. For more information, call (715) 421-1800 or visit the website.