What causes sewage backups?
In home and office plumbing systems, the main cause is accumulation of grease, hair, and other solid materials. Also, many items which are too large for wastewater pipes to handle (such as disposable diapers and sanitary napkins) are often flushed down toilets. All of these items can cause major backups in the Town’s lines as well. The greatest cause of wastewater stoppages within the Town’s systems; however, is vandalism. Leaves, sticks, rocks, bricks, and trash have been found stuffed down manholes. • What can I do to help? Call the Public Works Department immediately if you notice any cases of vandalism to sewer lines or manholes. This way, the debris can be removed before it causes a backup. Avoid putting grease down your garbage disposal or any household drain. Not only could it accumulate in Town lines, it could also build up in your own system and might eventually require the services of a plumber. Never put disposable diapers or sanitary napkins down the toilet. These were not
