Neglected cesspools eventually reach capacity and overflow, causing sewage backups through your drains, toilets, and potentially into your West Hills home’s living areas. The solid waste layer builds up until there’s no room for new waste, forcing contaminated water back through your plumbing system.
Failed cesspools contaminate surrounding soil and groundwater, which is especially serious in Suffolk County where all drinking water comes from underground aquifers. Environmental violations result in significant fines, mandatory system replacement costs, and potential legal liability for groundwater contamination.
Emergency repairs or complete system replacement can cost $15,000-$30,000 or more, compared to routine maintenance costing a few hundred dollars annually. We’ve seen West Hills homeowners face massive repair bills, property damage, and health department violations that could have been prevented with regular pumping service.