From Service Maintenance
GRF Service Maintenance has seen an increase in blocked pipes in the community.
Residents can help prevent stoppages:
• Never flush diapers, feminine hygiene products, paper towels or cleaning wipes down the toilet. The only things that should be flushed are the three Ps: poo, pee and toilet paper.
• Never pour fats, oil or grease into kitchen sinks. Grease adheres to the inside of sewer pipes. It can build up and block the pipe, causing an overflow. Fats, lard, oil, butter, food scraps, sauce and dairy products should be disposed of in the trash.
Tips for proper disposal
• Save cooking grease in an old coffee can or cardboard milk container. Once cooled, dispose of it in the trash.
• Throw coffee grounds away in the garbage or add them to your mulch pile.
• Use a screen or drain-grate to cover the drain’s opening and minimize To keep pipes clean, pour one cup of vinegar down the drain and let it sit for 30 minutes; then chase it down with very hot water. Vinegar is an efficient cleaner. It contains acetic acid, which acts as an excellent organic solvent in removing organic buildup of crud in pipes.
Sink strainers are available through the GRF Purchasing Dept. at the Copy and Supply Center in Building 5.
