Maryland American Water Wants Customers to Pause and Think Before Pouring Fats, Oils and Grease Down the Kitchen Sink
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Maryland American Water (AWK) is encouraging customers to keep fats, oils and grease out of kitchen drains during holiday cleanup. These materials can cool and accumulate inside pipes, causing clogs and sewer backups. The company recommends collecting cooled grease in sealable containers, wiping cookware before washing and keeping food scraps out of drains. Hot water and dish soap do not eliminate grease buildup.
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As families prepare for holiday gatherings, the company reminds customers that proper kitchen cleanup can help prevent costly clogs and sewer backups
From cooking Thanksgiving dinner to cleaning up after festive gatherings, holiday meals can produce large amounts of fats, oils and grease (FOGs). When poured down the drain, these materials can cool, solidify and accumulate inside pipes, creating blockages that may lead to costly plumbing repairs and wastewater system issues.
"Holiday gatherings bring people together, and the last thing anyone wants is a plumbing problem interrupting the celebration," said Laura Runkle, President of Maryland American Water. "Keeping fats, oils and grease out of drains is a simple way customers and the general public can protect their pipes and help keep our local wastewater systems running smoothly. A little extra care during holiday cleanup can make a long-term difference for our customers and communities."
Simple Ways to Protect Your Pipes This Holiday Season
Maryland American Water encourages customers to keep these tips in mind while cooking and cleaning up:
- Keep grease out of the drain. Allow FOGs to cool, then collect them in a sealable container for proper disposal rather than pouring them down the sink.
- Wipe before you wash. Use a paper towel to remove excess grease from pots, pans and dishes before rinsing or placing them in the dishwasher.
- Scrape food scraps into the trash. Keep leftover food, sauces and other solids out of the drain, even when using a garbage disposal.
- Use sink strainers. Catch food particles before they enter the plumbing system and dispose of them in the trash.
- Remember that hot water isn't a fix. Running hot water or using dish soap does not eliminate grease buildup. FOG can cool and accumulate farther down the pipes.
These small changes can help homeowners avoid unexpected plumbing problems while reducing the risk of blockages in local wastewater infrastructure.
For a quick visual guide, American Water has created a short video featuring easy, practical tips for keeping fats, oils and grease out of household drains. Watch the video here.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in
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About Maryland American Water
Maryland American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, provides safe, clean, reliable and affordable water services to approximately 32,000 people. For more information, visit www.amwater.com/mdaw/ and join Maryland American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
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