10 things absolutely should not be drained down the drain pipe

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We often neglect or accidentally throw something down the drain pipe without anticipating the aftermath. This not only takes time and effort, but also consumes a sum of money to clear the sewer pipe if unfortunately blocked. To avoid this situation, remember to never throw 10 things down here on the drain pipe!

1. Rice and shrimp noodles

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Rice and shrimp noodles are water absorbent, so when they stay under water pipes they will swell. Moreover, the decomposition time of rice and noodles in the water is very long, so it will block the water pipe if it falls down.

2. Eggshell

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Many people often think that small pieces of eggshell when falling will not block the drainage pipe. In fact it is a very wrong thought. When many small pieces of egg shells accumulate for a long time, they can also form a hard block to block water pipes.

3. Wheat flour

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Wheat flour and water combined together will form sticky paste like lakes. This mixture also binds to other wastes forming a big switch in the pipe.

4. Oral medicine

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Many people believe that oral medicine can dissolve in water itself, so throw it into the water pipe. In fact, oral medications are not only insoluble in water but also contaminate water. Water filters can eliminate microorganisms but cannot remove the components of contaminated drugs in the water.

5. Hair

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Hair is one of the common reasons why bathroom plumbing is clogged, especially when you have long hair. When the hair falls into a drainage pipe, it gets stuck inside and binds into a big bun like a net. This net helps stain garbage. So next time be sure to throw it in the trash and try to comb your hair before taking a shower. This will reduce the amount of hair in the sewer.

6. Labels from bottles

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Even if it's a very small label, you shouldn't throw it down the drain hose. Because labels have glue on the back, when they fall, they stick to the inner wall of the pipe. And it takes a long time to decompose.

7. Construction waste

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When construction waste is dropped into the drainage pipe even if it is the smallest or sandy soil, it can form the dunes. Therefore, never throw anything related to construction waste into the plumbing to avoid leading to a serious situation.

8. Condoms

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It seemed harmless but condoms were made from rubber, the material was not biodegradable. They have very good elasticity and clogged pipes. Moreover, sandy soil and other waste can also get into condoms accidentally clogging drainage pipes.

9. Cigarette filter

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Cigarette filter is made from man-made fibers. It absorbs water and will expand. Moreover, the filter never decomposes. In the cigarette filter contains harmful substances such as nicotine, which will contaminate the water source.

10. Tampons

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Everyone knows that tampon tampons are designed to absorb moisture, so they can increase their size considerably and lead to serious congestion. Therefore, absolutely do not throw them down the drain hose.

Have you ever threw any of these things down the drain pipe? Let us know in the comment section below!

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