10 Things You Should Never Pour Down Your Drain

Fruit stickers and jar stickers

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The Stealthy Threat of Adhesive Labels

These tiny stickers create disproportionately large plumbing problems. Their adhesive backing accumulates in pipes, capturing other debris and forming stubborn clogs.

The plastic-based materials resist decomposition, persisting in environments and threatening wildlife when they enter waterways. Always remove and trash these stickers before washing produce or containers.

This simple precaution protects both household plumbing and broader environmental health through responsible waste management.