We’ve all been there. You’re cleaning out the bathroom, emptying your pockets, or trying to make life just a little more convenient, and in the moment, the toilet seems like the easiest place to flush something down and forget about it.
🚽 Flush it and it’s gone forever, right? Wrong. At Go 2 Plumbing and Heating, we’ve seen what really happens when the wrong things go down the drain. And trust us, when it comes to plumbing, out of sight does not mean out of trouble.
Unlike your typical 9–5 Edmonton plumber, we’re available 24/7, which means we get called when things go seriously wrong, like raw sewage backing up into your shower at 2 AM. And often, those disasters start with something as simple as a flushed wipe or paper towel.
So today, we’re setting the record straight. This isn’t just about protecting your pipes. It’s about saving your home, your wallet, and your peace of mind. Let’s dive in.
Flush This: The Usual Suspects (That Absolutely Don’t Belong)
1. “Flushable” Wipes
Despite what the label says, these are not safe for your plumbing system. Unlike toilet paper, they don’t break down quickly, and in most cases, they don’t break down at all.
Result? A thick, sticky clog that can trap grease, hair, and other debris until your entire system backs up.
Moe Hasan and the team at Go 2 Plumbing and Heating regularly get called out to clear blocked lines caused by “flushable” wipes, sometimes requiring full sewer line cleanouts.
2. Paper Towels & Tissues
They may seem harmless, but these are designed to absorb moisture, not dissolve in it. Once flushed, they can expand and create serious obstructions in your plumbing.
3. Feminine Hygiene Products
Tampons, pads, and applicators belong in the trash, not your toilet. These items are made to swell with moisture and can instantly block pipes.
4. Hair
It might seem tiny, but over time hair binds with soap scum, grease, and other gunk to create long, ropey clogs. Wrap it in tissue and toss it in the trash instead.
5. Grease, Oil & Food Waste
You wouldn’t pour bacon grease down your kitchen sink (we hope). So don’t do it in the toilet. Grease hardens as it cools, forming sticky, concrete like deposits in your pipes.
6. Dental Floss
This stringy offender acts like a net in your sewer system, catching debris and creating tangled messes that are a nightmare to remove.
7. Medications
Flushing pills may seem like a good way to dispose of them, but they contaminate the water supply. Use a pharmacy’s safe disposal bin instead.
8. Cat Litter
Even if it says “flushable,” don’t risk it. Litter is heavy and clumpy, and that’s a disaster waiting to happen in your plumbing system.
✅ Flush That: What’s Actually Safe to Send Down the Toilet
There are only three things that belong in your toilet:
- Human waste
- Toilet paper
- More toilet paper
That’s it. Nothing more. The golden rule?
“If it didn’t come from you or the roll, don’t let it bowl.”
What Happens When You Flush the Wrong Thing
Let’s break down the lifecycle of a bad flush:
- Immediate damage: The item may snag on the pipe lining, especially if your system has existing mineral buildup or tree root intrusion.
- Progressive build-up: Over time, more debris gets caught on the item, snowballing into a total blockage.
- Sewer backup: The pressure builds up behind the clog until your pipes start to reverse flow into your sinks, tubs, and toilets. 🤢
- Pipe damage: Blockages stress your plumbing system, leading to cracked pipes or burst joints.
And if your sewer line is involved? You’re looking at thousands of dollars in excavation and repair costs.
The Go 2 Solution: Prevention, Protection & 24/7 Peace of Mind
At Go 2 Plumbing and Heating, we offer more than emergency service, we deliver smart plumbing solutions designed to protect your home or business for the long term.
Whether you need:
- A drain snaked or cleared after an accidental flush
- A full sewer line replacement
- Installation of a tankless water heater
- Routine faucet repair or plumbing upgrades
- Or just advice on better bathroom habits
We’re your one stop shop for residential and commercial plumbing in Edmonton and the surrounding areas.
And because clogs don’t wait for business hours, our team is available 24/7 day or night, weekend or holiday. No waiting, no water damage, no stress.
Fun Fact: The Fatberg Phenomenon
Ever heard of a fatberg? It’s a congealed mass of non-biodegradable material, often the size of a bus, discovered in city sewer systems. These monsters are made of wipes, grease, and other improperly flushed materials, and they’ve caused multi-million-dollar municipal emergencies around the world.
Even in Edmonton, blockages caused by bad flushing habits cost taxpayers hundreds of thousands each year. But you can do your part to stop the madness, starting with your toilet.
Why Edmonton Homeowners Trust Go 2 Plumbing & Heating
Go 2 Plumbing and Heating, led by Moe Hasan, is located right here in the heart of the city at:
📍 9544 143 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5E 2H3
Our customers know they can count on us for:
✅ 24-hour emergency plumbing service
✅ Honest pricing & detailed quotes
✅ Professional, certified technicians
✅ On-time arrivals and clean workspaces
✅ Full-service plumbing & heating expertise
We don’t just fix problems, we help you prevent them, too.
Don’t Wait for the Backup
If you’re dealing with a slow flush, weird toilet gurgles, or just want peace of mind that your plumbing system is in top shape, we’re here to help.
Contact Go 2 Plumbing and Heating today for your complimentary estimate: customized to your needs and timeline:
👉 Request a quote here
📞 Or call us at 780-850-8817
One Final Flush…
Your toilet is not a trash can. What you flush today could flood your home tomorrow.
Trust Go 2 Plumbing and Heating, Edmonton’s 24/7 plumbing partner to keep your pipes clear, your home safe, and your bathroom exactly how it should be: clean, dry, and drama-free.
