Love Your Coffee? Love Your Pipes, Too!
A fresh cup of coffee is the perfect way to start the day—but don’t let dairy and coffee grounds clog your pipes!
Dairy products contain fats and proteins that don’t break down easily in water. When poured down the drain, they mix with other debris and can create a sticky residue along the pipe walls. Over time, this buildup thickens, trapping food particles, soap scum, and other waste, which can eventually lead to blockages.
Coffee grounds also don’t dissolve in water—they clump together and settle in drains, forming a gritty, stubborn layer. When combined with dairy products, the result is a sticky, sludge-like buildup that traps even more debris. Over time, this mixture hardens, restricting water flow and leading to serious blockages in your plumbing and the sewer system.
These buildups don’t just cause slow drains—they can lead to sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), where wastewater backs up into homes, schools, streets, and waterways.
Keep your pipes clear and your community safe by following these simple tips:
- Toss It – Dispose of dairy solids and coffee grounds in the trash.
- Compost It – Coffee grounds are great for composting!
- Protect Your Pipes – Keep dairy and grounds out of the drain to help prevent costly clogs and SSOs.
Remember: Put fats, oils, and grease in the trash, NEVER down the drain!
Enjoy your coffee and keep your plumbing—and the environment—worry-free!
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