ali-s Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I've arranged to have the tank emptied next week. This will be my first experience of this procedure. So, will it be a smelly operation? should I keep the windows closed, buy a can of air freshener , pray the wind is blowing away from the Cottage and maybe go out for a few hours afterwards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 If it is anything like a portaloo being emptied, then I'd be inclined to be out and far away for the day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvonne Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 It is a bit smelly, but shouldn't be too bad - I really wouldn't worry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Speckled Hen Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I've arranged to have the tank emptied next week. This will be my first experience of this procedure. So, will it be a smelly operation? should I keep the windows closed, buy a can of air freshener , pray the wind is blowing away from the Cottage and maybe go out for a few hours afterwards? No No No No but do treat yourself to a nice lunch with friends The operative will use a snorkel and all will be well. Trust me.........I have a septic tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 (edited) Not too bad - but don't stand down wind..... Edited July 18, 2011 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gongladosh Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 *glad I have a sewer* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjp Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 worst part is when they empty the road tanker then you deffo don't want to be down wind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gongladosh Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I hope those guys get paid enough for the job they do... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margalot Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Our local septic tank company drives a tank which says: "You dump it We pump it" "No Jobbie too big" it make me laugh every time I see them go by Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beach chick Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 my mum and dad had one when they lived in Ireland. they built their own house, and were advised to throw a sheep's carcass into it at the beginning to make sure it got 'active' quickly enough no idea if they did or not... but we had one in a rented cottage for a while and it wasnt a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Some comedian was always going on about Septic tanks - Northern I think - Les Dawson?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali-s Posted July 20, 2011 Author Share Posted July 20, 2011 Our local septic tank company drives a tank which says: "You dump it We pump it" "No Jobbie too big" it make me laugh every time I see them go by I like that. Mum phoned last night to tell me her and Dad are coming on Sunday for a week. Now my Dad gags at the mention of the word poo, in fact any word to do with bodily functions . I think I will send them out for day on tank emptying day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
