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The Real Problem
- Studies show that 98% of
Baby Wipes
- materials that clog
Paper Towels
- equipment at wastewater
Feminine Hygiene Products
- treatment plants are
Cleaning Wipes
- non-flushable such as:
Other Trash Not Designated to be Flushed
Keep Your Home Healthy By Knowing What Not to Flush
To help consumers keep their homes healthy and their plumbing systems safe and running smoothly, the wipes industry has developed new, stronger labeling guidelines that call for prominent positioning of the “Do Not Flush” symbol on the product packaging for non-flushable wipes.
Increasing Public Awareness About Smart Flushing Habits Will Lead to Real, Lasting Changes
When you flush products that were NOT designed to be flushed, you are flushing your money down the toilet. On average, it costs about $300-$450 to repair the damage to your home plumbing system caused by clogs. And if it requires a whole house repipe, the average cost can range from $4,000-$15,000.
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Straight A’s for Responsible Flushers
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LIGHTS… CAMERA… FLUSH SMART!
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This July 1st, Flush Smart Day earned 5 stars on Hollywood’s rating scale. Instituted in 2022 with the enactment of California’s Wet Wipes Labeling Law, Flush Smart Day celebrates the progress of the #FlushSmart consumer…

Clog Monster makes his Hollywood debut: 5 ways you can help defeat him
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Want to avoid costly clogs? 5 tips on how to flush smart every day
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(BPT) July 1 is Flush Smart Day, a nationwide initiative to educate and encourage everyone to practice smart flushing habits all year long. All too often, products that weren’t designed to be flushed down the…