project into a sewer lateral in your yard or directly down a manhole . While it saves them a little money , it ends up costing LWD and potentially our customers a whole lot more .
Proper disposal involves dewatering the concrete slurry and taking the hardened concrete remnants to a landfill or recycling facility for reuse as aggregate . Contractors can rent proper disposal equipment for less than one thousand dollars . Fixing one blocked pipe costs LWD , and ultimately our ratepayers , thousands of dollars in man-hours , equipment , fuel , and materials .
From the Sinks to the Streets !
Laterals connect your home to the sewer system . Even though you ’ re responsible for their care , we want to be sure you don ’ t ever have a backup in your house . If your lateral is damaged , we offer up to a 50 % match ( maximum of $ 3,000 ) for repairs through the LWD Lateral Grants program . Apply now at www . lwwd . org under the Customers Tab !
Below : Pile of hardened pool plaster and a tangle of roots cleared from LWD ’ s sewer lines over the last 6 months .
No Wipes Down the Pipes
Please help combat this problem and prevent potential spills or a backup into your home by ensuring your pool contractor properly disposes of their construction waste .
We ’ re excited to report that our Field Services team continues to see a significant reduction in the number of wet wipes in our system . However , we can ’ t rest easy until we eliminate ALL wet wipes from the sewer system ! They get caught up in the pumps , in screens and wet wells at our pump stations , and on roots , cracks , or other obstructions in lateral lines and our pipelines . They can also accumulate Fats , Oils , and Grease ( FOG ), and other debris that is improperly poured down the drain . Any of this could cause a spill . So if you like clean beaches , low and consistent rates , and clean neighborhoods , please remember to do your part and use a trash can !
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