Your plumbing is essential for showering, washing dishes, and much more. Needless to say, it’s a system you don’t want to fail suddenly. To steer clear of emergency plumbing problems, be mindful of what’s safe to flush down your toilet.

Don’t Flush These 3 Items Down Your Toilet

1. Baby Wipes

Baby wipes (even the ones advertised as “flushable”) aren’t safe to flush. Wipes are much thicker than regular toilet paper, meaning they’re unable to break down and disintegrate in water. Eventually, flushed wipes will clog your plumbing system, leading to necessary repairs and a headache for the homeowner.

2. Kitty Litter

Likewise, loose kitty litter and waste can also cause plumbing problems when it’s repeatedly flushed down your toilet. Even if the litter advertising claims otherwise, most toilets do not hold enough water necessary to keep the heavy material moving through your pipes. Without proper water levels, the litter and dehydrated waste will settle in your plumbing, leading to clogs and issues with water purification.

3. Bleach

Lastly, never flush bleach down your toilet or use it to clean the bowl. The solution is far too harsh to be introduced into septic systems and sewer lines. Glazed toilets are designed to only require a simple swish of water with a toilet brush to stay clean. If your bowl has mineral stains, consider using white distilled vinegar instead of harsh chemicals.

If any of the items mentioned above were accidentally flushed down your pipes, you need the help of a professional plumber. Serving home and business owners throughout the Minneapolis area, Do It Right Plumbing Sewer & Drain Services is the group you can trust for your 24/7 emergency plumbing needs. Whether you have broken pipes, require drain cleaning, or need assistance with plumbing for a bathroom renovation, their skilled team can handle it efficiently. To schedule service with Do It Right Plumbing Sewer & Drain Services, give them a call at (612) 388-8524 or send them a message online.