Flushing things down the toilet might seem like an easy way to get rid of waste, but it's not without consequences. Toilets are designed for human waste and toilet paper, but not much else.

Flushing things down the toilet might seem like a convenient way to get rid of unwanted items, but it can lead to plumbing nightmares. When you treat your toilet like a trash can, you're inviting ...

We all know by now that wet wipes should never be flushed down the toilet. But experts have revealed 11 other surprising items that could wreak havoc on your pipes. While many people trim their nails ...

Do you leave the toilet seat up when you flush? A simple question – maybe one you’ve never really thought about before, or maybe it’s your biggest peeve when others do it. Whatever your answer, it’s a ...

The Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper is issuing a warning not to flush goldfish after a giant goldfish was found in the Niagara River, which is located along the US/Canada border. The group posted a photo ...

Both septic and sewer systems can be sensitive to the things that are flushed into it, and when it comes to flushable wipes, ...

Mistakes like overtightening, overusing drain cleaners, and flushing trash lead to bigger plumbing issues. Ignoring small leaks or slow drains can waste water and turn into bigger, pricier problems.