“Flushable Wipes” are NOT Flushable

Flushable Wipes and Septic Systems:

A Costly Problem

If your home has a septic system, think twice before flushing “flushable” wipes.

The Problem with Flushable Wipes

Many wipes are labeled:

• “Flushable”
• “Septic Safe”
• “Sewer Safe”

But unlike toilet paper, these wipes do not break down properly inside septic tanks or sewer systems.

Flushable wipes can:

• Clog septic tanks
• Plug filters and pipes
• Increase septic maintenance costs
• Shorten the life of your septic system

Even homes connected to city sewer systems can create problems for local municipal sewer equipment and increase costs for everyone.

The Best Solution

If your household uses wipes, Do not flush them!