
18 Forbidden Things Minnesotans Should Never Flush
We’ve all been there - thinking the toilet is a one-stop shop for getting rid of random stuff. But trust me, flushing the wrong things can lead to some pretty gnarly consequences.
Think clogged drains, busted pipes, and environmental chaos. Not exactly a dream scenario, right?
From "flushable" wipes (spoiler: they’re not) to food scraps and even hair, these items can turn your plumbing into a nightmare and wreak havoc on Minnesota’s wastewater systems.
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To keep your home’s plumbing running like a champ and do your part for the environment, here are 18 things you should never, ever flush.
Your plumbing - and the environment - will thank you!
18 Forbidden Things Minnesotans Should Never Flush
Gallery Credit: Ryan Antoinette Valenzuela

So, did you know there were so many things you couldn't flush? I have definitely flushed several of these not realizing how much damage they could cause. Yikes!
Next time you're tempted to toss something questionable in the toilet, think twice - your pipes, your community, and even the fish in our lakes will be better off for it!
A good rule of thumb moving forward? If it’s not toilet paper or something that comes from your body, it probably doesn’t belong in your toilet!
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