Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, basically. Nearly all wipes labeled as “flushable” are now truly flushable thanks to our class action lawsuit against wipes manufacturers and retailers! 

ALL "Flushable" wipes will truly be flushable by late 2025, and these remaining brands are very close to the flushability standard now.

Simply look at the label on the package:

• If it says "Flushable," then it is flushable. 
• If it says "Do Not Flush," then do not flush.

No. Wastewater treatment plants aren’t designed to remove pharmaceuticals, so flushing introduces them directly into the environment - the Charleston Harbor in our case.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends disposing of expired medications in the trash. To prevent tampering, take the medicine out of its original container and mix with coffee grounds or kitty litter in a plastic bag or other container.

Grease hardens as it cools. Even when mixed with hot water, the grease will separate out and settle in plumbing systems and sewer lines. Over time, grease accumulation can severely reduce the capacity of a pipe or block it completely, sometimes resulting in sewer back-ups or overflows.

Dispose of fats, oils, and grease by pouring it into a container and putting it in the trash.

Visit the Wastewater-Collection-and-Treatment page for a video and overview of the treatment process.

“Activated sludge” is a mass of microorganisms that digest organic material in wastewater. The microorganisms clean the wastewater by digesting organic materials and other contaminants. Wastewater remains in aeration basins for about three hours to allow time for the microorganisms to grow and consume the bacteria.