What You Can Do at Home

It is easy to think that once something is washed down the drain it is gone for good. Unfortunately, that is not true.

There are many common hazardous wastes that you should dispose of properly. On the Hazardous Waste page you'll find hazardous items and the proper way to dispose of them.

Kitchen grease and oil will stick around and clog your plumbing and our sewers. What can a homeowner do to prevent kitchen grease blockages in their sewer?

• Don't pour grease or oil into any sink or toilet.

• Do pour grease or oil into a jar with a lid and put the sealed container into the trash for disposal.

• Do wipe greasy pots and dishes with paper towels before washing them in a dishwasher or at the sink.
  

Just by following these tips, you can prevent costly grease blockages in your own plumbing system and help Novato Sanitary District to reduce sewer system overflows, backups, and maintenance costs. Fats, oils, and greases aren't just bad for your arteries; they are bad for our collection system too.

For a free brochure on Fat-Free Sewers - How to Prevent Fats, Oils, and Greases from Damaging Your Home and the Environment, contact Laura Perucchi, 892-1694 extension 105, laurap@novatosan.com.