Got a Clog? Call Us

While IRWD maintains the community-wide sewer system, the sewer pipes within your own home or business and on your property out to the sewer main in the street are the responsibility of the property owner. If you find that your sewer pipes become clogged with grease or roots, it will require either do-it-yourself maintenance or assistance from a plumber to clear the blockage.

Before attempting to unblock clogged sewer lines, however, we ask that you call us at (949) 453-5300 so that we can be aware of the location where this work is taking place. Often times, grease or a root ball is cleared from a home's pipe system, only to move out into the street and cause a clog in IRWD's sewer system. Such a clog can result in a sewage spill from a manhole.

Commercial Customers

IRWD maintains the public sewer system serving your business and is required under state law to implement a comprehensive fats, oils and grease (FOG) control program to prevent the discharge of FOG into the sewer system.  FOG from restaurants or other food service establishments (FSEs) are a major cause of sewer line blockages and spills.  The sewer spills often enter the stormwater drain system and waterways and are a significant cause of pollution in our waterways and ocean.

As a commercial customer of IRWD, you can help protect the environment by preventing sewage spills. Never pour fats, oils or grease down a sink or other drain. Explore these links to learn more about your requirements and fort for FOG tips, tools and requirements for our commerical customers.