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Avatar for PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
4.8(
270
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called and got a friendly greeting. 
The service call came right on time and did a nice job.
i didn't have a problem but I had never had the cesspool pumped in 22 years.
OK, it was a brand new cesspool 22 years ago and my first house so I am really clueless.
I am told to pump it every 5 years so I guess I was over due. 
Not having a clue I only had an idea of what the cost was through the phone call I had made to the company. 
I was told $485 but was charged extra for aeration , chemicals and a tube going to the over flow tank. 
In total it was $750 with my Angie's List 10% off. 
Not to bad considering I never had it done before. 
Ray & Paul were very good at what they do, professional and got me up to speed on what was going on. 
I recommend using them! 

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Great South Bay Environmental
Great South Bay Environmental
4.8(
87
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Septic Tank - Clean or Pump Out

Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"MIKE,THE OWNER,did my job. MIKE WAS great and did a perfect job.I would highly recomend this company to anyone who needs their septic system serviced.Very professional work at a reasonable price."
PUMP SERVICE
FROZEN STORM DRAIN PUMP
LOCATED CESSPOOL COVER
DRAIN CLEANING
Tank Under pool this happens a lot .

+21

Response time20 mins
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Cesspool Pros, LLC
4.4(
84
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - RepairSeptic Tank - Clean or Pump Out+1 more

Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value The crew at Cesspool Pros was phenomenal! The boss, Joe S., answered all my questions and came to my home and walked the property with me and explained how everything would work a good two weeks before the project started. I had an older block cesspool and overflow tank and the pipe between them was collapsed and no longer working. After contacting several companies, I knew after speaking with Joe that he was the most knowledgeable and advised me the best way to correct the problem was to replace the system with a modern one rather than do a riskier pipe repair that likely would not have held long and been dangerous to do. I have a very deep septic line coming from my house, at least 9-10 feet down from the house, and even lower from the cesspool to the overflow tank. After meeting and speaking with Joe, we set a date and his crew arrived on time and spared some landscaping so it could be re-planted while excavating the property. His company has all its own equipment and they were a great team working together on the site. I stayed home to observe the process and they answered all my questions while doing the job! The install went very smooth and it is truly an interesting and awesome process to observe. They demolished the old cesspool while installing the new septic tank and then abandoned and filled the old overflow tank as per code. They then installed a new overflow system further down the property. They measured and marked all the necessary locations should any future work be required as well. They also then put all the dug up ground back down and graded the property so it could be re-seeded! Today, Joe the owner, personally dropped off the official Suffolk Board of Health paperwork to my house! All in all, I highly recommend Cesspool Pros for any septic system work! They were competitively priced, punctual, responsible, professional, and above all, they are great at what they do! Do no hesitate at all to use them!"
New install Nice and safe
Deep for better drainage
Easy access for servicing years later
Pipe work we also repair some sprinkler lines if e
Nice clean service trucks

+2

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Joe's Sewer & Drain
5.0(
6
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Septic System - Install or ReplaceSeptic System - Install or Replace - For BusinessSeptic System - Repair+3 more

Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Credit card accepted

"Joe and his crew were on time and just simply awesome/amazing. They went above and beyond what I was expecting - Joe and his crew are now my go to cesspool pumping and cleaning company - highly recommended to everyone and you will see what I mean. Thanks again Joe for a job well done. By the way - tons of value I received for my money."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Dynamic Drainage
Dynamic Drainage
5.0(
34
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Septic System - Repair

Serving Riverhead, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TJ was honest, personable, and above all else helpful. It was a pleasure to have his services and would absolutely hire and recommend Dynamic Drainage to anyone with plumbing needs or concerns."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Most septic tanks need to be emptied every 3 to 5 years, but it’s a good idea to monitor the fill levels of your septic tank all the time. You can do this by installing a pressure level sensor to detect the internal tank pressure, or by having a septic tank company perform an annual inspection to let you know when you’ll need to pump the tank.

Your septic tank naturally contains the good bacteria it needs, so you typically don't have to add more as the system produces them on its own. However, if you wish to replenish the bacteria, you can use natural methods. For example, you can add three rotten tomatoes to your garbage disposal or flush 1/4 ounce of active yeast down the toilet every three months. While store-bought septic enzymes and chemicals are available, many additives are unnecessary and may even harm your system. The most effective way to maintain a healthy bacterial balance is to avoid using chemical drain cleaners, which can kill the beneficial bacteria in your tank.

You can cover a septic tank riser with dirt, but it’s not always the best idea. If you have a plastic riser and you bury it, you can easily lose track of it since you won’t be able to find it with a metal detector. Make sure to clearly note where your rise is in your yard so that you’re able to access it easily the next time you or a septic pro needs it. Don’t bury the cover too deep or you could place too much stress on it and make it too difficult to access in the future.

The dimensions of a 500-gallon concrete septic tank can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but the tank is large enough to handle the wastewater of a small home with up to one bedroom. Keep in mind that some states have a minimum septic tank size, and this often starts at 750 gallons. A 500-gallon septic tank may be too small to meet local regulations.

Most deep wells can be expected to last somewhere between 30 and 50 years. This assumes that the well and all of its components are properly maintained on a regular basis. During this time, it is unlikely that modern deep wells will run dry over the course of their typical lifespan. That is one of the biggest benefits of digging a deeper well. 

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