Block Plumbing / Sewer Overflow

Blocked Plumbing / sewer overflows:

pwelogo smMost household plumbing lines are small, and connect directly to pipes that are only slightly larger. FOG and foreign materials can easily block the sewage flow. A blocked sewer can be a worse problem than just inconvenient and unpleasant. A blocked sewer can cause an overflow that sends pollution to our bayous and Galveston Bay.

 

Common enemies to our sewer system:
  • Cooking grease & oil
  • Meat fats
  • Shortening, butter & margarine
  • Coffee grounds and filters
  • Paper towels
  • Baby Diapers
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Hair
  • Chewing gum
  • Plastics