Fat, Oil and Grease

There are some things that should never go down your toilets, sinks and drains. Protect your home and our wastewater system by keeping these items out of the system.

Fat, oil and grease (FOG)

Fat, oil, and grease are by-products of cooking at home and in businesses.

Pouring fat, oil, and grease down the drain can have a huge impact on the environment, and the drain systems in our region. Most commonly, it can cause build-ups and blockages in drains that can cause costly repairs to homeowners and business owners.

How to dispose of fat, oil, and grease (FOG) in your home

Contain it, don't drain it!

Never pour fat, oil or grease down the drain. By disposing of this properly, you’re helping to keep everyone's sewers clear.

• Pour oil and grease into an empty metal container or can. When it cools, throw it in the trash.
• Wipe out greasy pans with a paper towel before washing.
• Use a sink strainer to prevent food bits from going down the drain.
• Extend the life of cooking oil by straining or filtering it.
• Mix FOG with an absorbent material like cat litter or coffee grounds. Seal it in a container and throw it in the trash.

What else shouldn’t go down the drain?

Wipes, paper towel and facial tissue

• Flushable wipes: Watch out! Wipes that claim to be flushable aren’t! They retain their shape and strength, and don’t break down in pipes.
• Paper towel, facial tissue (Kleenex) and serviettes also don’t break down like toilet paper and will block your pipes.

Bag wipes, paper towel and any items used as toilet paper and put in your black bin.