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Residential Best Management Practices
Prevent Stormwater Pollution at Home Using Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Remember, "Clean Water Starts With YOU!"
A few examples of household activities that may contribute to stormwater pollution are vehicle maintenance (e.g. vehicle leaks, oil change, etc.), vehicle washing (e.g., soap), pets (e.g., pet waste), pool backwashing/draining (e.g., chlorine, diatomaceous earth), and lawn maintenance (e.g. use of fertilizers/pesticides, yard waste). However, by using some simple BMPs, you too can help prevent stormwater pollution.
Things you can do to prevent stormwater pollution at home
- Use drip pans to collect automobile leaks and spills.
- Use your sanitary sewer cleanout when backwashing or draining your pool.
- Apply fertilizer/ pesticides sparingly and never apply when rain or wind are in the weather forecast.
- Dispose of household hazardous waste properly (local household hazardous waste event).
- Dispose of used automobile fluids at your local car repair center, automotive store or at a household hazardous waste collection event.
- And remember, Only Rain Sholuld Down the Storm Drain!
Brochures
Stormwater Pollution Prevention (English)
Stormwater Pollution Prevention (Spanish)
Videos
Dealing with Fertilizers and Lawn Chemicals
Backwashing Your Pool Correctly
Contact Us
For more information, please call the Stormwater Hotline at (602) 256-3190 or email us at ask.water@phoenix.gov.