Cease the Grease
FOG (Fats, Oils & Grease) are a natural consequence of cooking and also occur naturally in many foods. FOG can be found in cooking oil and shortening, meat fats and juices, dairy products, just to name a few. FOG clogs occur when grease is washed into the plumbing system, usually through the kitchen sink, and gets stuck inside pipes once it cools and solidifies.
Even small amounts of FOG stick to sewer pipes and accumulate over time, restricting or blocking the flow of sewage. A sewer backup can overflow into streets and into homes, creating public health hazards and potentially damaging properties, the environment and local waterways.
FOG shouldn’t be thrown directly into the trash. Because Placer County uses the One Big Bin approach to trash and recycling, all waste—including recyclable materials—goes into a single bin. Adding FOG could contaminate recyclables. Save your pipes by properly disposing of FOG and using a sink strainer to catch food items.