Frequently Asked Questions
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FOGS - Residents
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FOGS - Residents
The dumping or pouring of oil or grease by any user, into any sewer drain connected or not connected to a grease interceptor or grease removal device is highly discouraged. Grease clogs up drain lines in your home, causing backups and property damage. These issues can mean expensive plumbing repair bills and costly harm to your home.
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FOGS - Residents
In your home, pour grease into a tin can, wait for it to harden when cool, and throw it away with your trash.
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FOGS - Residents
An interceptor is not required for a building used solely for residential purposes so long as there exists no common food preparation facility or as long as the wastewater flow from the building does not contain grease, flammable substances, sand or other harmful ingredients in amounts or concentrations which regularly exceed limits established by City code.
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FOGS - Residents
Clean sewer drain lines mean savings in operating costs for you, by eliminating FOGS that can collect inside pipes to form blockages.