Defend Your Drains is a Dallas Water Utilities outreach & education program to keep our sewers free of wipes, paper towels & other damaging wastes.
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06/04/2026
Swing by your local Dallas Public Library and pick up your FREE grease bags!
Protecting our community starts right at home. Visit www.defendyourdrains.com for helpful tips and resources on keeping our drains clean and clog‑free.
That grease in your pan might look like a liquid now, but once it hits your pipes, it turns into a solid once cooled down.
05/28/2026
Proper disposal of medicine isn't just about a clean cabinet, it's about protecting our environment and the community.
Go to bit.ly/WalgreensMedDisposal to find the nearest medicine disposal kiosk.
05/26/2026
What can you do instead:
Cool it: Let the grease solidify or the oil cool.
Can it: Scrape it into a sealable container.
Trash or Recycle it: Put it in the trash can or bring it to one of our recycling locations!
05/20/2026
By recycling your cooking oil, you aren’t just saving your pipes, you’re helping create clean energy.
📍Find a drop-off location near you: www.defendyourdrains.com
05/19/2026
Let's work together to protect our environment and our pipes!
Learn more at: www.defendyourdrains.com
05/15/2026
Cool it down: Let your used oil reach room temperature.
Seal it up: Pour it into a sturdy, leak proof & chemical free container.
Drop it off: Bring it to our designated Recycling Cages and we’ll handle the rest!
📍Go to www.defendyourdrains.com to find the nearest cage to you.
05/13/2026
Avoid a plumbing nightmare! Your drains aren't built for trash. Keep them healthy and clog free by using the trash can, not the toilet.
Visit www.defendyourdrains.com to see how the process works.
05/11/2026
We’d love to recycle your cooking oil. Visit www.defendyourdrains.com to find your closest drop-off location.
05/09/2026
We are currently at the Dallas Trash Off, collecting some cooking oil. This event also takes bulk trash, furniture, tires, electronic, BOPA, and documents.
Where to find it:
J. L. Long Middel School
116 Reiger Avenue, Dallas, TX 75214
May 9th 7am-11am