10 Common Items You Should Never Pour Down Your Drain

Sanitary pads

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The Dangers of Disposing of Sanitary Pads and Condoms in Drains

Pads and similar absorbent items swell and retain fluids. They do not break apart in water and can lodge in bends, rapidly blocking flow.

Condoms stretch, seal, and fill with water or waste, acting like elastic plugs that are difficult to dislodge. Always wrap these products and place them in the trash. Proper disposal keeps household and municipal systems functioning.