septic tank?

Question

we are moving into a house w/ a septic take with an aerator we were just wondering if it is alright to flush tampons down the toilet? we don't want any problems down the line. thanks

Answer 1

Don't do that. Even if a product (such as baby wipes) says it is safe to flush it - don't! If you do flush the tampons, the man that comes to pump out the septic tank will scold you. I was SO embarrassed. After that experience I learned my lesson. I lived there another 13 years and never had to have the tank pumped out again.

Answer 2

It's not a good idea to flush tampons if you have a septic tank.

Answer 3

NEVER flush tampons or condoms down the toilet if you have a septic system.

Don't pour grease or oil down the drain either.

Answer 4

you should NEVER flush tampons, paper towels and other bulky items into a septic, they can plug up the leach lines and cause septic failure resulting in sewage backing up into your home or yard
www.montana.edu/wwwpb/pubs/mt9401.html

Answer 5

Depends on the tampon. Most should septic tank safe. You should check the packaging if your unsure. Most things of that nature shouldn't bother it, i.e. used paper, wipes, etc. If your concerned then just trash it, better safe than sorry.

Answer 6

This is a bad idea they will pile up in the tank and when you get it pumped out they all will be there.

You also run the risk of them ending up in the drain field which would cost a fortune to fix.

Answer 7

I wouldn't advise it. We were told this the first time we had ours pumped out.

Answer 8

tampons not a good ideal

Answer 9

No, it is best to put them in the trash can.