Flushable wipes appear convenient but can harm plumbing and sewage systems. Investigations reveal that flushable wipes are not biodegradable or truly sewer safe. Although they might not block toilets, they contribute to problems in pipes and treatment facilities. A study highlighted that wipes incur an additional $441 million yearly in costs for U.S. clean water utilities. Plumbers warn that flushable wipes often lead to major plumbing issues for homeowners, making them a top cause of residential plumbing difficulties despite their marketed flushability.
"Environmentally, though these flushable wipes do break down into smaller pieces when flushed, it still adds more 'things' to the water that not only your wastewater treatment facilities have to clean out, but also your drinking water treatment plants."
"Flushable or not, wipes are one of the top culprits behind residential plumbing headaches. While they might vanish from sight, they can cause major blockages downstream."
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