Can I dispose of “disposable wipes” by flushing them down the toilet?
No. Most disposable wipes state on the packaging that the contents are not flushable and not to dispose of it in the toilet. These wipes accumulate in the sewer and often clog the pumps in the sewer system.

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1. Is it legal to connect a basement sump pump into my home's sanitary sewer pipe?
2. What do I do in the event of a sanitary sewer blockage or backup?
3. Can I put fats, oils, or greases down the drain?
4. Can I dispose of “disposable wipes” by flushing them down the toilet?
5. What should I do if I see water flowing onto the street from a round manhole cover in the road?
6. If I notice a missing, damaged, or noisy manhole cover (loose fitting) what do I do?
7. Will my home owners cover the costs involved in the event of a blockage or backup in my lateral pipe?