is it safe to use #54 on my car?

[sneek]

I know #54 is a boat wash but i think it may be one of the only soaps that you can let run down the sewer in Calgary

TIA

-Pat

[Mike Pennington]

Yes, it is a pH balanced wash that will be safe on your vehicle.



Mike

[sneek]

dang just called the city and even boat washes are not allowed

"Prohibited materials

To protect the quality of storm water entering our rivers and to avoid obstructions, certain materials and contaminants are prohibited from entering the storm drainage system.

For example:

* soil, sediment or other solid matter (including yard waste such as leaves and grass clippings).
* cooking oils and grease
* gasoline, motor oil, transmission fl uid and antifreeze
* solvents and paints
* water from pools and hot tubs
* industrial waste
* soaps or detergents (including biodegradable products)
* pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers
* cement/concrete waste
* sawdust and construction materials
* any substance or combination of substances that emit an odour.

Can I still wash my car in the driveway or street?

The City recommends using a commercial car wash to clean your vehicle. Commercial car washes drain to the City’s wastewater treatment facility where the wastewater is cleaned and treated. If you do wash you car in the driveway or street, you cannot use soap. Use water only and ensure that dirt or oil from your car does not get washed down the storm drain."


thanks anyways Mike

[pcfxer]

Wash your car on your lawn. I'm quite aware of "stupid"/city regulations in Ottawa and have even had my company posted in the city for similar reasons.

Anyway, if you washed on the lawn, the water/soap doesn't directly enter the stormwater drain and is instead absorbed and eventually entering the water table.

Does this apply to residents? I know there are restrictions in Ottawa about commerical businesses.