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NYSeptic.com | Murphy's Cesspool & Septic Service This resource provides guidance for septic system users before, during, and after winter weather. Understanding your septic system type, location, and components before winter weather occurs will make this guide more useful. Please visit NYSeptic.com to access educational resources for septic system users. Before the Winter   Always keep your septic system well maintained; a well-maintained septic system is better able to withstand the stresses of winter weather. If you live in an area that commonly experiences winter weather, take these steps to protect your septic system. Know and document all components of your septic system. Take photos of the connections and system components. These photos will be helpful if components are destroyed and you need to replace them or file insurance claims. Make sure your photos and/or documents include:  Septic tank location  Septic system records or drawings  Electrical components Check &a

How to Install a Septic System Septic systems, are used primarily in rural areas of the country where waste water treatment is not available. These systems fall into two general categories. 1. gravity fed/conventional and 2. alternative (pump) systems including aerobic treatment units (ATUs.) Alternative systems usually include electric pumps. This is a project recommended for a professional like Murphy's Cesspool & Septic Service with experience in the field due to the potential risk to environment by pollution of the watershed. Prepare & Design Your System The first step in any septic installation is to perform a site survey and do a percolation (soil) test on the area where the Septic Tank is going to be installed. The system then can be designed based on the findings of the survey and results of the soil test. After this, the appropriate permits and approvals can be applied for. Site survey findings that influence the design include things l

Links Cesspool Services Septic Tank Services Grease Trap FAQ Catch Basin Services Dry Well Services What is a Camera Inspection? Sewer & Drain Services How do Sewers Work? Environmental Service 269 Orchard Road, Patchogue, New York, 11772 At Murphy's we proudly service the Long Island New York area ensuring all environmental, cesspool, and septic services are met by our customer's standards, and industry guidelines. We are a Commercial, Residential, and Industrial sewer & drain company. Knowing a few simple things about your Long Island cesspool or septic system can save you a significant amount of money. Septic Do's & Don't Septic Do's... • Know the location of your septic system. • Have your septic tank (main receiver) inspected and pumped by a licensed company every 2 years. • Direct storm water run-off away from your septic tank. • Conserve water by using plumbing fixtures that save water. • Fix all plumbing fixture