Defend Your Drains

Defend Your Drains Defend Your Drains is a Dallas Water Utilities outreach & education program to keep our sewers free of wipes, paper towels & other damaging wastes.

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Scrape it. Wipe it. Trash it.🗑️Washing fats, oils, and grease down the drain leads to major plumbing blockages. Keep you...
09/02/2026

Scrape it. Wipe it. Trash it.🗑️
Washing fats, oils, and grease down the drain leads to major plumbing blockages.
Keep your drains clear by wiping cool pans into the garbage before washing! Visit www.defendyourdrains.com for more tips and resources.

Hair is a major drain clogger, but keeping your pipes clear is easier than you think! Try these quick tips to prevent bl...
08/31/2026

Hair is a major drain clogger, but keeping your pipes clear is easier than you think! Try these quick tips to prevent blockages: 🚿✨
• Install mesh strainers on bathroom drains
• Brush your hair before showering
• Regularly clean your drain with a plastic zip tool
Small habits save big on plumbing bills! 🛠️

08/28/2026

Do you have leftover paint collecting dust? 🎨 You can drop it off at the Home Chemical Collection Center! Check the link to see what other household items you can bring to help clear out the clutter.
https://bit.ly/HouseholdHazardousWasteDallas

08/26/2026

Hand wipes?
Baby wipes?
Toilet wipes?
ALL wipes belong in the trash! 🗑️
Visit www.DefendYourDrains.com for more tips and resources.

Greasy dishes can be a pain! 🍽️ Avoid rinsing them with hot water. Hot water pushes grease deeper into your pipes, where...
08/25/2026

Greasy dishes can be a pain! 🍽️ Avoid rinsing them with hot water. Hot water pushes grease deeper into your pipes, where it cools, hardens, and traps food.

Wipe greasy plates and pans with a paper towel before washing them! 🧻

08/19/2026

Floss might seem like a thin string, but it doesn't break down! Inside your pipes, it acts like a net, catching debris and causing major blockages. Throw used floss in the trash instead! 🗑️

Cleaning products come with recommended usage amounts for a reason! Always follow the label instructions. Using too much...
08/17/2026

Cleaning products come with recommended usage amounts for a reason! Always follow the label instructions. Using too much can damage your pipes and lead to costly water leaks down the road.

Paper towels are built to hold together when wet, which means they can quickly block plumbing lines and trigger expensiv...
08/17/2026

Paper towels are built to hold together when wet, which means they can quickly block plumbing lines and trigger expensive backups in your pipes! Keep them out of the toilet. Toss paper towels in the trash instead! 🗑️

08/13/2026

We always say to protect your drains, but did you know it prevents sewage overflows that harm the environment?🌎
Dispose of waste safely, and remember, your backyard isn't a trash can either! 🚯
💡Learn more at www.DefendYourDrains.com

08/05/2026

Fats, oils, and Grease (FOG) turn solid inside cold pipes. FOG builds up over time, trapping food and causing pipe blockages or raw sewage backups into your home or street.
What to do instead: Cool it, wipe it, then trash it.
More tips & info: www.defendyourdrains.com

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