culvert rehabilitation MaDe Flushing the paper creates backups and the options for clearing those clogs are not as readily available as they are here. Actually, many plumbers would encourage the same practice, even now, if you are prone to backups in your system, whether septic or on sanitary sewer lines. The rationale for not having the separate baskets for used paper in the U.S. stems from the concern with cleanliness and the possibility of spreading disease if the baskets are not well cleaned and frequent disposal isn’t provided. I would imagine the practice ceased in the U.S. when we perfected our sewer systems so they could accommodate the paper. I hope this provides the answer you were seeking. “So, what’s the total of APWA Accredited agencies now?” Thanks for asking! We have reached 89 agencies with the recent additions of Fishers, IN; Virginia Beach, VA; and Edmond, OK. We look forward to adding several more in the coming year. If your agency is interested in hosting an onsite training for your staff as you prepare for the program, please contact me and we’ll help make it happen.
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