Cesspool & Septic Service, Nassau County & Suffolk County, Long Island, NY

The modern septic system has been around for well over 100 years now, ever since the invention of the septic tank , which received a patent in England around 1900. The cesspool is a much older waste disposal technique. It is antique, dating back to ancient Rome and most likely to ancient Babylonia when the first pipes were invented. Both systems are used for waste management when a connection to a centralized municipal sewer service isn’t practical or available. About 25% of North America relies on the septic tank for private sewage disposal, replacing the outdated cesspool in most cases, but there are still some cesspools in operation.  Both methods share the primary goal of separating the three types of organic waste found in a sewage disposal system. These are: Scum – Less dense than water, floating as the top layer. Scum is bio-degradable. Effluent – The wastewater itself, which is the only layer to be distributed to the surrounding ground soil for natural absorption. Sludge –

Murphy's Cesspool & Septic Service Summer Septic System Maintenance    Summer is the perfect time for vacations, backyard barbecues, and relaxing by the pool.  The summer is not the time you want to be worrying about your septic tank system.  You may frequently entertain guests in your home yard and have more people using your toilets, shower, dishwasher, washing machine.  If this is the case,  you may be unknowingly putting a strain on your septic tank system. This could lead to septic tank overflow, a saturated disposal area, unpleasant odors and/or water pollution. Keep these tips from Murphy's Cesspool & Septic in mind as you enjoy a healthy and safe summer.

Municipalities require commercial kitchens to house a grease trap on their premises. Fats, oils, greases and solids (FOGS) are produced by cooking and a portion winds up in the kitchen drain. The grease trap prevents the FOGS from clogging the city sewer system. Restaurants, delicatessens, and other food businesses can be heavily fined if a lack of grease trap cleanings cause a blockage in the municipal sewer lines. How does a grease trap work? A grease trap is just that—an entrapment for grease. When residual FOGS are emptied into the commercial kitchen sink, the grease trap allows the water to sink to the bottom and drain into the city’s water supply. The floating grease remains at the top, where it can be accessed and removed. Why are grease traps mandated? Environmental regulations mandate that a grease trap be installed in food establishments to prevent greases from causing sanitary sewer backups or overflows. Municipal regulations also outline how often gr

How to Properly Clean Cesspools Contact Murphy's Cesspool & Septic Service  for professional advice on how frequently your cesspool needs to be pumped, or cleaned. They can give you reasonable advice based on the capacity of your septic system and the amount of use it gets. Green grass, wet ground over your cesspool , or a pervasive septic odor can be indications that your cesspool needs immediate attention. Water conservation habits, such as installing low-flow toilets and shower heads, limiting time in the shower, and even shutting off the sink while brushing your teeth, can extend the time between cesspool cleanings. The more water you use, through the bathroom, kitchen, and laundry, the more frequently your cesspool will need to be cleaned. In addition, limiting your water use can save you money by extending the life of your cesspool . In most cases, if the cesspool fails, you will be legally required to replace it with a septic tank, which is much more expensi