Best Plumbing Practices

SAFE PLUMBING GUIDE

DO NOT PLACE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN THE TOILET OR DRAIN:

!!!!  ONLY TOILET PAPER ALLOWED IN WESTCLIFF PLUMBING SYSTEM  !!!!

DISPOSAL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS INTO OUR WASTE DISPOSAL PIPING IS CREATING UNNECESSARY PLUMBING EXPENSES AND INCONVENIENCE FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS

NO:

· PAPER TOWELS, WIPES

· FEMININE PRODUCTS

· RAGS

· CLOTH DIAPERS

· ANY DIAPER

· NO SOLID OBJECTS

LEAKS

If you see a leak, or notice signs of a leak:

1.  Notify HOA 865-588-9808 westcliffcondo@gmail.com, Tenants – also notify your landlord or management company.

2.  Option 1 Call Tony Bolton (865)-363-7776

3.  Option 2 Call Fred Harvey (865) 947-3733.

4.  Option 3 – Call any plumber of your choice if Tony or Fred is not available.

CONTAIN THE WATER!

·  Use buckets. There are buckets placed around the building in stairwells and storage areas and trash rooms. If yu cannot find a bucket use a plastic storage bin or a trash receptacle.

·  Use towels to soak up the water and prevent from spilling to more areas, and to avoid unnecessary water damage. Wring out the towels and place again and again until plumber arrives.

GUIDE: What to do after water leak.

Immediate action is essential. Contain water with buckets, plastic bins or tubs. If using buckets is not feasible or space does not allow, use towels or any old cloth to wipe the water and soak it up in one place. Don’t let the water flow freely.

What to do:

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.
• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after the removal of lamps and tabletop items.
• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Turn the air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.
• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.
• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.
• Gather loose items from floors.

What not to do:

• Don’t leave wet fabrics in place. Hang leather goods.
• Don’t leave books, magazines, or other colored items on wet carpets or floors.
• Don’t use your household vacuum to remove water.
• Don’t use television or other household appliances.
• Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.
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Call Westcliff Office and ask for: Buckets, Dehumidifier, and Dryers 

Office Tel:  865-588-9808  westcliffcondo@gmail.comall

Tony Bolton -  Westcliff  Maintenance  865-363-7776

PREVENT SEWER OWERFLOW

Fats, Oil and Grease safe disposal:

THIS IS CREATING UNNECESSARY PLUMBING EXPENSES AND INCONVENIENCE FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS

Don’t dump fats, oils, or grease (FOG) down the drain!

Pour grease into a covered, disposable container, and put it into the trash. Soak up remaining fats, oils, and grease with paper towels, and dispose of with your trash.

The Problem With FOG

FOG is a leading cause of sewer overflows. When FOG cools inside pipes, it can cause clogs. These clogs may lead to backups in either your home’s pipes or system.

Where Does FOG Come From?

FOG results from food preparation, and its main sources are: • Cooking oil • Sauces• Butter and margarine • Food scraps• Lard • Dairy products

Here are some simple tips on how to prevent sewer overflows.

• Do not pour cooking oil, greasy food, dairy products, or salad dressing down the drain.
• Use strainers in the sink drains to catch food scraps and other solids.
• Do not use hot water and soap to try to wash grease down the drain. It will eventually cool and harden in your sewer lateral or municipal sewer line.
• Pour cooled grease into a disposable container, cover with a tight fitting lid and place in your freezer. Once contents are frozen, toss in the garbage.
• Mix cooking oils with absorbent material such as coffee grounds or cat litter. Place in tight lidded container and dispose of it in garbage.
• Wipe or scrape food particles from pots, pans and dishes into the trash can prior to placing them in the sink for washing.
• Wipe excess fats and grease from pans with a dry paper towel and toss it in the garbage.